I was wondering if anyone could give me some input on "tribal" designs? Are they just another design style or are they supposed to mean something? Are they appropriate to any age group? I have some that I quite like (butterflies) and would like to put on a skirt that I am making. I just don't want to have something inappropriate for my age :-) (over60). Any input would be welcome. Thanks.
Hugs, Nadyne
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I think some call the style silhouette, I call stencil. so I do not think it matters. age appropriate? Other than baby designs I do not differentiate. So have fun with it!
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173693Go for it, Nadyne! I'm 65, and I think some of the "tribal" designs are very attractive, different, eye-catching. As far as I know, they're just a type of design, I think with the pointy bits and flame-looking parts they may be designed to look like the tattoos some tribal cultures use. Some of these designs are so intricate and beautiful, I think the butterflies on a skirt would be just smashing! You'd get a lot of comments on it, I'm sure. I think they'd be elegant. Love to see your skirt in Projects! Hugs, Marji
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by chenille
20 Jul 2013
Thanks Marji. I did a test of one of the designs on my fabric in a variegated thread. It really looks great! Today I hope to give it a go. Thanks again.
Hugs, Nadyne
33451I don't think they have any deep dark meaning,it is just a style of design. If you like it,embroider it and wear it. Post a picture in projects .
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67271Morning, it does not matter how old you are if you fancy the design and it suits the project, then do what you like, don't worry about age or what others may think!
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