Lana Marshall / Lucky Charm Skirt

Lana Marshall upcycled a Tartan organic silk half slip salesman sample for Mind Mend.

Tartan Mind Mend: Tell us about your re-imagined Tartan piece and what inspired you.
Lana Marshall: My re-imagined piece is an embroidered pink skirt using white thread with lucky and beautiful symbols/charms. During the process of making the skirt, my vision was guided by intuitive ideas, and I added new elements as I went along as opposed to having a completed version of the finished piece in my mind from the start. For example, I added ‘Lovely one’ because Jackson 5 was stuck in my head when I was sewing. I want the skirt to become a lucky charm for the wearer.

TMM: What creative pursuits, little rituals, or things to look forward to, helped you to keep going during lockdown?
LM: Making new things and experimenting with cooking and the process of growing and shopping for ingredients is something I'm enjoying. I love tactile creative processes. I also like the immediacy of cooking, as I can see a recipe online or have a thought or craving and make something. I feel very very lucky to have the time and access to ingredients that enables me to enjoy this expressive outlet. I walk long distances every day which is keeping me going. I'm always making something, so I just follow what I'm interested in, as well as through uni.

TMM: How has the lockdown affected your creative process?
LM: Lockdown has given me the opportunity to experiment with lots of new things and expand my practice. It has given me the opportunity to grow as a person and reflect on myself and the world, and I think that this insight is really beneficial to my creative process in a long term way.

TMM: When the world opens back up, what is the first thing you would love to do?
LM: Dance on the dance floor and go to Italy

100% Organic Silk
Gentle Hand Wash Dry Flat Dry Clean (P)
Sample Size 0/XS

Due to the handmade/second hand nature of this item any imperfections are considered intentional and are unique characteristics of this one of a kind piece. Over time changes may occur. Handle with care. No exchanges or refunds are available for Tartan Mind Mend charity auction items.

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