Patrick Michael Accessories
Purple Diamonds, 2024
Upcycled Fabric
4.5" x 11"

Artist Statement

Ninety-nine percent of the fabrics I use are discontinued swatches from mills around the world. My design signature is a harmonious blending of color, print, and texture. It's also important to me that the proportion of print size stays true to the silhouette of the product. I do not have a specific inspirational reference within my work; it's the fabrics that inspire me as to how and where to begin. The weight, color, and print of the fabric "speak" to me and command their ideal arrangements. To enhance and complete the overall aesthetic, I often embellish my work with unusual and sometimes dramatic hardware. This rare combination is what makes my artwork memorable to the discerning eye.

Artist Bio

Patrick Michael Accessories is committed to saving the environment, one accessory at a time; the fabrics used to create his handcrafted, one-of-a-kind items come directly from upscale design houses and decorating firms. These donors allow Patrick to turn surplus and discontinued materials into wearable art, therefore eliminating considerable waste in landfills.
"As I was folding and stacking my collection of upholstery fabrics, I saw a beautiful harmony of print, color and texture. It occurred to me that this could be a fantastic interior for a woman's wallet." This initial idea grew into a prototype, then a reality. Early support from colleagues and personal associates furthered his vision, and a demand grew, and a business was born.

https://patrickmichaelaccessories.com/

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