Leaf Coat Project
The problem: What can I create using lots of dead leaves.
Solution: A coat!
How did I come to this realization? Well, that’s for another posting. All I can say is that my mind works in strange ways. It did take several weeks to come up with the “how to” part.
So here we go!

Start with collecting a multitude of dead ash leaves.

Soak leaves in water to increase flexibility

Create a "leaf fabric" using a special sauce,leaves and an old window for a work surface.

The start of the shoulders, back view.

And the front. Leaf fabric is draped over wood support and white t-shirts.
That was the first day for the coat. Not much to look at but time will tell!
I’ll post more later-
Thanks for looking!
Do I sense an entry for the Howland Community Open?
Well, YES!
The good weather is hindering getting over the sleeve issue. I’m having to redesign them. Then there is the stand….