And in the Beginning...

Writing a blog...  Something I've thought about in passing a few times over the last few years.  Then today at college, Eyv tells us it's now a part of the curriculum.  Guess it's time to give it a go, then!

So, where/how to start?  With me, I guess!

I'm currently studying Applied Arts at Cleveland College of Art and Design (CCAD), and I'm in the third year of a part time Foundation Degree.  If I get through this year, and one more, without going completely insane, I get to wear the daft hat.

So, what am I doing at college right now?  I'm studying irons.  Yep, that's right.  The domestic iron.  Why?  Well, we were all given a domestic item at the beginning of the year as a starting point, and pretty much let loose to do as we wished.  And I got the iron.  Well, it was better than the nailbrush!

I've made quite a few irons so far, in various materials.  Copper, porcelain, tea towels.  I'll put some pictures up soon, when I have time.  For now, I'd like to request some help.  No, not mental help.  Honestly, I'm looking at irons for a college project!

What I'd like everyone to do, if they don't mind, is a rubbing from the bottom of your iron.  You know, hold a piece of paper over the iron plate, and scribble all over it with a pencil?  I'm collecting them, and although I've got a lot, I'd like even more.  If you could do it, and send me a copy, I'd really appreciate it!  Just so you know what I mean, here's a picture of one I've already collected...