Dove and Flames

I decided to mount the dove on the gold metallic fabric--here's an image of trying that out, along with the start of some flames made from overlapping organza and tulle.

And then added even more fire...

Tomorrow is piping and lining...

Some more designs for Carolyn's stole

Carolyn has had fun gathering feedback; her ideas have become clearer as a result. She had mentioned a favourite tie...pictured above...that she hoped I could incorporate. This got me thinking...could I start with this tie and let it guide the piecing? Below find a couple more sketches. Carolyn has also asked for an image of a dove with its wings outstretched at her left shoulder and centre back. If you look at the first image again, you'll see some printing on the white lining. Carolyn asked for a way for her friends to write prayers on the lining, so I cut out a lining a few months ago and sent it to her.