Spring Fun Fair Trade Folk Art Patterned Applique Cushion Cover W. Rojas Yuri Created in wool chain stitch

Created in wool chain stitch embroidery on a handwoven cotton background

as she mounts the gems on stainless steel wire

enhanced through oxidization

Raffia and cotton

Each piece is uniquely hand-painted

Spring Fun Fair Trade Folk Art Patterned Applique Cushion Cover W. Rojas Yuri Created in wool chain stitchA burst of bright colors declares the arrival of spring as flowers blossom everywhere. Bunnies, ducks and a bright orange parrot join the revelry as three friends have fun flying kites. Leonor Quispe details the joyful composition with three dimensional figures as she crafts the cotton cushion cover with arpillera (appliqu) techniques. The cushion cover features a slit opening at the back. materials: 90% cotton, 10% acrylic Cushion(s) not included 20