This is a new piece that I have been planning for months. The secret drawer is an embroidered luxury box that gives you a peek to reveal what is inside. The first thing that I did was to embroider through the actual box itself, which is no easy task. I embroidered a traditional toile floral in shades of orange and chocolate. The next step was to completely embroider a floral tapestry and line the box with the custom designed fabric. Luxury scarves, more embroidered fabric and of course, embroidered butterflies were added to further embellish the design. Everything was assembled in a three dimensional collage ver matte board to maker the final presentation. Due to the unique nature of the boxes and scarves used, each Secret Drawer is unique.
26x12x2 inches, framed in acrylic.
2024
Stephen Wilson expertly crafts extraordinary and timeless designs using sustainable materials. Each art piece embarks on a journey, starting with an up-cycled luxury bag, box, silk scarf, or album. Wilson meticulously creates a bespoke embroidery design, delicately intertwining every stitch by hand. Once the design, colors, and elements are meticulously selected, the artistic process advances to the assembling stage. The boxes and bags undergo a mesmerizing transformation, metamorphosing into captivating canvases for Wilson's creations. The embroidery is seamlessly integrated into the chosen medium, unveiling a captivating texture that breathes life into the artwork. Appliqués, patches, and butterflies are individually stitched out, meticulously crafted, and delicately placed on each piece, culminating in a truly distinctive and unparalleled masterpiece. Finally, each artwork is beautifully presented, encased in an acrylic frame, ready to enchant all who behold it.
