IC257 ~ Miyuki Sakai Sewing Illustration {11-06-10}

[SmilynStef]

Inspiration Challenge 257 ~ Miyuki Sakai Sewing Illustration

This week's SCS Inspiration Challenge was suggested by Colleen (Smoatsmom) � the amazing Sewing Illustration of Miyuki Sakai. She uses her sewing machine like a paintbrush and creates amazing art.

For those of you who say you get overwhelmed with having too many choices, I�ve uploaded three of my favorites � so just stick with one (or all) of those for your inspiration. The rest of you, remember to let us know which product from Miyuki Sakai that inspired you (I don�t think you can link to the actual pictures, so just let us know the Category). Click on the Category on the left, and then click on the thumbnail pictures on the right to see them full size.

Use the keyword: IC257 (no spaces or extra characters) when you upload your card, and make sure you put commas between your key words.

Smoatsmom sample ~ Peaceful Olive Branch

My sample ~ Write Your Own Story

IC257 Gallery

How to Play ~ View the attached images. You may be inspired to recreate the pieces ~ but that isn't necessary ... get your inspiration from the colors, layout, style or 'theme'. Just enjoy wherever your inspired creative journey takes you. Remember, if you are inspired by the creation of another artist, please do not use print-outs of the art in your creation or directly copy their work. Make the inspiration piece your own. Don't worry ~ no card is 'wrong' and there is no time limit for uploading your card for the challenge. There are no rules, so let your creative juices run wild ~ be *inspired* and go get stamping!

Don't forget about No Upload Sunday - Let's give the gallery moderators a day off and not upload on Sunday (unless, of course, you are a Fan Club member - yet another reason to spend a little money on your favorite site). Also, remember to link to your SCS gallery on this thread. Thank you for joining me on this inspiration journey.

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[tamijo]

cute stuff (is anyone else having trouble with seeing what's below cafe?)

[SmilynStef]

Seems to be working okay for me. Try re-loading the page.

[One4Joy]

oh my goodness, what goodness! Love this artist and there are so many things to find inspiration in!!! Can't wait to play...an empty house just me and our new kitty!

[markie's mom]

FABULOUS challenge...I had a bit of trouble scrolling on the website but found an awesome piece for inspiration!

Here's today's Submission

[jojot]

can't scroll....has anyone found a solution???

[stamp300]

For some reason, I can't scroll down neither. What's wrong?

[SmilynStef]

There should be no scrolling. You just need to click on the Categories on the left, and then click on the thumbnail pictures on the right to view them full size.

[allee's]

What remarkable work! Thanks for this wonderful challenge, Stephanie!

Here is my card:

Peace is in Faith

[sleepyinseattle]

Thanks Stef and Colleen!
Here is my card inspired by the Garden climbing vine in red.
IC257 Climbing Vine by sleepyinseattle - Cards and Paper Crafts at Splitcoaststampers

[jovialjudi]

Thanks Stephanie! Here is mine

[Biggan]

Thanks Stef for the inspiration! Here�s mine;

IC257 Embroidery by Biggan - Cards and Paper Crafts at Splitcoaststampers

TFL!
Birgit

[rainy]

Oh my gosh! What a fabulous art form!! Here is the card I made for the challenge. It was inspired by a red floral teapot in the Cafe section of her site.

[One4Joy]

I've loaded up my card...you'll find my inspiration in the people category...the lovely woman with the upswept hair! tattoo

[bfinlay]

Thanks Stef and Colleen, that website was so interesting!! Here's today's card: Red Rose

[pinkberry]

Very cool website...I had to change my zoom level to 50% to be able to see all the categories...the pics are a bit smaller...Hope that helps some...(the zoom level can be found at the very bottom on the right)

[hobbydujour]

Incredible site, Stef. Hard to believe this was all done with a sewing machine....what artistry and PATIENCE!! Thanks for finding these super sites EVERY Saturday. I know we all appreciate it.

BERRIES INSPIRED

[Vicky Gould]

Thanks, Stef.

Here's my

Grains of Wheat

[DawnL]

thanks Stef... can't click on anything either! I'll have to go from your suggestions

[mamaxsix]

Quote:

Originally Posted by jojot

can't scroll....has anyone found a solution???

I found that if I used the page down button the options on the left moved down. To "scroll" on the thumbnails I had to click on one image then I could use the down arrow to see all the thumbnails. HTH

[LeisaJane]

What an awe inspiring artist, Stef...wish I had time to play today!

[jdmommy]

Thanks Stef........interersting site. Here's my card:IC257 Santa's Glasses by jdmommy - Cards and Paper Crafts at Splitcoaststampers

[bfinlay]

Here's one more for today's challenge - thanks again! Yellow Sympathy

[Cook22]

I guess I really should have got my sewing machine out this week!
I didn't - or not yet, anyway. Back in a while to see the other inspired creations.
A Snail in the Grass

[SweetnSassyStamps]

I am in complete awe......what an amazing talent this woman has! I would totally hang her pieces in my studio . They are just amazing! Thanks for the inspiration, Stef. I am off to play .....although I have no idea how I will decide on just one piece ;)!

[Weekend Warrior]

Wonderful site...hard to believe she makes these gorgeous works of art with a sewing machine !!!

Here is my entry IC257 Fennel Flower by Weekend Warrior - Cards and Paper Crafts at Splitcoaststampers

Thanks for another fun challenge !!

[Clownmom]

Interesting inspiration site, Steph -- I had a bit of trouble navigating it, but I did finally work my way through. Here is my card --

Miyuki Sakai Sunflower

[amyfitz1]

I was inspired by the colors in the Olive Branch photo. Gorgeous!

Cute Christmas Trees
TFL!

[CAKath]

This is one of the most exciting sites you've chosen for us. I am totally amazed at this woman's magical art with a sewing machine. Considering I bought a machine just for cards and have been afraid to lift it out of the box, this really blows my mind! I have an action-packed day but look forward to creating something inspired by Miyuki Sakai. Thanks.

[stinkincute]

Thanks Stef! Here's mine...

Time for You

[mamaxsix]

Well, hours later here's mine...I think I bit off more than I could chew with this one! What an inspirational site. Can't believe those were stitched. Very Cool! Here's my take on her Christmas greenery Framed Christmas Bouquet by mamaxsix - Cards and Paper Crafts at Splitcoaststampers

[Hawkeye Stamper]

This was my inspiration. Here's my card.

Yellow 'Real Dill'

[stampingout]

Here is my card! TFL!

Birthday In Blue

[CathyRose]

This is a very cool inspiration. Miyuki Sakai's art is so amazing! I loved this challenge. I used the yellow fennel flowers from her garden collection for inspiration and of course I had to stitch on my card.


Here is my card

[PKPenn]

Yeah, I finally got my card made & posted!!! I couldn't get into the site, so I used one of the examples given in the link.

Here's my card
Winter Wishes Greetings

[lacyquilter]

Seems to be I forgot to link my card here. oops. Here it is: sending smiles.

[corysnana1]

Thanks for the great challenge and the amazing artist to use this week. Here's my card: IC257 - Coffee Inspiration by corysnana1 - Cards and Paper Crafts at Splitcoaststampers

[ckbythesea]

What an inspiring artist!

I got mine uploaded. The house is blissfully quiet this morning!

IC257 Very Vintage by ckbythesea - Cards and Paper Crafts at Splitcoaststampers

[Cards_By_America]

I was very late for mine, but here it is:
IC257 - Halloween Tree by Cards_By_America - Cards and Paper Crafts at Splitcoaststampers

[BobbiesGirl]

Thanks, Stef for a great challenge. This stuff was really cool. Here's mine.