AilbheSep 21, 2023
Looking at my A1 drawing board and self-healing cutting mat, which I use together to make a small folding table become big enough for sewing at, and wondering whether an art portfolio case for those and my A2 cutting mat would be better than just having them wedged between my chair and my bed. Do sturdy portfolio cases come in nice colours?
#ufyh #UnfuckYourHabitat
Show threadRachel WrightSep 21, 2023
@artbyailbhe When I was in the market for one, the choice was either black leatherette, or cardboard with a rather half-hearted marbled effect...!
Show threadAilbheSep 21, 2023
@virtuosew I have some sage green upholstery fabric I could use if I can find a stiffener, but buying something ready made would be easier. If they're not all ugly.
Show threadRachel WrightSep 21, 2023
@artbyailbhe Exactly. My Mam and I made one for my Amarna paintings, but the card isn't strong enough and the sides have warped!
Show threadAilbheSep 21, 2023
@virtuosew mostly this will have something rigid in it anyway, but the cutting mats should be supported really
Show threadRachel WrightSep 21, 2023
@artbyailbhe Yes, I used to have a big one, and it developed cracks through lack of support!
Show threadAilbheSep 21, 2023
@virtuosew "store flat", they say, as though we have random spare A1 sized surfaces in the house.
Show threadRachel Wright
@artbyailbhe Just so. Especially if the wretched thing is to be accessible enough to be used!
Sep 21, 2023 at 4:51pmWeb