Precious Objects
Precious Objects is a series of work using and celebrating found objects. Having worked in museums at the start of my career, I find old objects fascinating, inspiring and precious. Many of the precious objects are tools or functional objects which already have integral narratives embedded within them; the makers of the tools, the makers who used them, those who kept, sold and bought them. See this work on madebyhandonline and in exhibitions.
Ruth Singer
Leicester, England
Gardening Pair, Paul LapsleyGarden fork and trowel, embellished with antique lace and linen, in glass dome.
Garden Rake, Paul LapsleyAntique rake embellished with linen threads and vintage pearls set into handle
Stitch Holder, Paul LapsleyKnitters stitch holder embellished with hand stitched threads
Treasure Box, Paul LapsleyAntique sewing tool box with embellished tools using silk threads and hand stitch techniques.
Pearly Shears, Paul LapsleyVintage shears with antique lace and pearls in woodworm holes.