Was your heart ever broken enough to switch Art Gowns in mid creation?

Then outrage has compelled you to do a Tribute to Cecil The Lion, #CecilTheLion.

With  tail  thrown under her neck & crisscross armor to protect her, Marina Kanavaki,  must be who this Art Gown is dedicated to.

 Take a look at Marina’s blog Art Towards A Happy Day and be convinced. She is vegan, & a champion for all animals both wild and domestic.

Being a last minute creation, I was in an absolute uproar about what to make the gown out of.

Then I realized I owned about 500 men’s ties, mostly dated. I figured why not?

I deconstructed about 80 ties. A step ladder was used as an organizer.

I opted for regal colors red, gold & purple. Solids, paisley & medallions became the chosen patterns.

Old purple curtain lining was fashioned into a skirt on Judy. Ties became points, trims, bows & braids.

Contrary to regular established procedure, I made the tail first.

 The bits on the back of the ties, that you pass the skinny part under, were fashioned into Cecilia’s dangling choker.

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Of course the Art Gown I had originally started will be back next post, but I just had to break rhythm and design this tribute.

Marina & I are sick about what happened to Cecil The Lion. So, we’ve signed petitions & are doing what we can. You’re welcome to join in, if you already haven’t!

Cecila Lionheart designed by Resa McConaghy 2015

Photos taken by & © Resa McConaghy – Aug 1 & 2 -2015