Street Art: New Stickers by b. d. eek

photos by: Brent Carter
posted by: Tricia Rock

Street Art: b. d. eek’s stickers

Seen on the streets of Lawrence, KS courtesy of b. d. eek

photos by: Tricia Rock
posted by: Brent Carter

b. d. eek x Jouvelt

In their first collaboration, b. d. eek and Jouvelt have created these nine original works for their upcoming art show at the The Community Mercantile in Lawrence, KS. Since the pieces will be located in the cafe section of an incredible organic market, the artists chose to create these food-inspired, post-modern works, which because of the layered details are worth a closer look.  The show runs from February 1st – March 31st and a reception is being worked out so stay tuned for details.

posted by: Harold Johns III

Street Art – b. d. eek

Recently The Rathaus found some new wheatpastes on the streets of Lawrence, KS and they appear to be the work of b. d. eek. Enjoy.

posted by: Harold Johns III

Mouf and Miff

I’d like to introduce you to Mouf and Miff. Mouf was originally created in 2D by our friend and artist b.d. eek.  I was later asked to bring this little being to life in a more lovable, huggable form.  At the time I had begun to knit more often so a version of Mouf made out of yarn seemed like the natural choice.  Even after Mouf was finished he did not seem quite complete, he needed a lady friend to share in his knitted world of plushness. So b. d. eek went back to work and a short time later he created Miff.

Before the creation of Mouf and Miff my knitting skills only included products that used straight lines, like scarves and headbands. These odd creatures opened up a world of circular knitting I had not yet ventured into. Using simple acrylic yarn found at any craft store most body parts were knit with two size three (U.S.) circular knitting needles. Initially I was not sure how to go about making such small knitted tubes to create the body parts. After some internet research I found that most knitters prefer using two circular needles rather than the older method of using double-pointed needles. For more help knitting with two circular needles check out this video by Cat Bordhi.

The finishing touches on Mouf and Miff used felt, embroidery floss and fabric scraps. They are stuffed with fiberfill and all clothes are hand sewn. I worked with no pattern, making things up as I went along through the process of trial and error. Besides their bodies, which I was very lucky with, not a single other part was made correctly on the first try.  However, knowing that I did it all on my own is very satisfying. I hope you enjoy the happy couple and if you have any questions please email me at tricia@therathaus.com

by: Tricia Rock