The Fat Quarter Shop is excited to welcome Amy Schimler to the Jolly Jabber. Amy's latest fabric collection is Fly Away from Robert Kaufman.
Q:
What was the first seed that grew into the Fly Away collection?
A:
The original print was the large flying birds with clouds print – It was an illustration I did in Photoshop that I printed myself at first to see how it translated to fabric. I then proposed it to Robert Kaufman and developed a group of prints around it.
Q:
If your collection had a soundtrack what would be on the list?
A: Blackbird by the Beatles.
Q: What single print/SKU in the collection is your favorite?
A:
Aside from the birds I would have to say the butterflies, they are so happy.
Q:
What is your favorite project you have made using this collection?
A:
This is going to sound very lame, but I have three patterns waiting to be completed – for many months - and haven’t had time. I know I shouldn’t complain, but I have been extremely busy with illustration jobs and developing two more collections for RK. I plan on making a pillowcase with the birds, and two summery dresses with coordinating bloomers.
Q:
If this collection had a scent to it, what would it be?
A:
Spring Rain.
Q:
Can you give us a sneak-peek of your next fabric collection?
A:
It is a little too early to show you (here is a teeny sneak peek) and I am not sure which will be released next - but I just worked on a jungle group and an animal mix group, both of which I am very excited about. I will be sharing soon, I hope. The first of these will be released in Oct ‘12.
Q:
If you had a mascot, what animal would it be?
A:
A flamingo. This flamingo illustration is by my son when he was 4 years old, one of my favorites.
Q:
Who is your favorite celebrity?
A:
Audrey Hepburn – for her grace, her humility, and her generosity. I love how gracefully she aged!
Q:
If we were making a movie about your life, who would you want to play you?
A:
Well, I hate to be redundant but it would have to be Audrey.
Q:
Who is your favorite fabric designer not including yourself?
A:
Fujiwo Ishimoto (Marimekko)
Labels: Designer Tidbits, Robert Kaufman Fabrics