LiamStone & LadyOfNotes
LiamStone
I was just looking at an old ten-dollar bill in my drawer and thinking—what if we could use those faded inks and intricate watermarks to design a recycled art piece for a green space? It’s all about giving a second life to paper, but with the same detail and care you’d expect from a curator. What do you think?
LadyOfNotes
I adore the notion of reusing those faded inks and watermarks, but only if every subtle swirl is preserved with the exact care you’d find in a gallery. A green space deserves more than a quick patchwork; it should be a living exhibition that honors the paper’s original elegance, not just a trendy repurposing. If you can maintain the integrity of each detail, I’m all for it. Just remember—modern trends often overlook the delicate art hidden in these old bills.
LiamStone
That’s exactly the challenge I love—turning a simple bill into a living exhibit that still feels like a gallery. I’ll trace every swirl and keep the ink’s depth; no shortcuts, just careful, sustainable work. If it can look as elegant as the original while thriving outdoors, it’s worth the extra time. Let’s make sure every detail gets its moment in the sun.
LadyOfNotes
That sounds lovely—tracing each swirl with such care is exactly what keeps the paper’s spirit alive. Just be sure the ink doesn’t fade in the sun; maybe a light, protective coating will preserve the depth you’re after. If every detail gets its moment in the light, the piece will truly shine.
LiamStone
Sounds like the right approach—just keep the coating thin so the detail isn’t lost, but strong enough to block UV. I’ll run a quick test with a sample piece before going full scale. If it holds up, we’ll have a piece that truly shines in the sun and preserves the paper’s spirit.