Finding the man behind this beautifully bold collection, at once strong and delicate, is rather circuitous...and quite curious.
Parson Gray is the creative brand from David Butler, better known in the sewing world as Amy Butler's husband. Having met him at quilt market, I can tell you he's very proud to be called Mr. Amy Butler. Equal parts folk and modern, Curious Nature is a subtle interpretation of nature's elements with a distinctly masculine eye, and a subtle Japanese hand. I love the juxtaposition of sophisticated organic and geometric motifs. With its muted bone ivory, oyster gray, and forest greens and browns, the palette evokes a rocky beach under a clear night sky. No wonder our first shipment sold out in mere hours. I'm sure it doesn't hurt that David Butler bears an uncanny resemblence to Daniel Craig. You know - Bond, James Bond.
Like James Bond himself, the collection is equally at home dressed up in a smooth jacket and tie, or pared down and ready to jet in an easy duffle bag.
And here is the quintessential americana folk rock spin that David manages to instill in his photos. Yes, he is also the talented photographer behind Amy's Lifestyle Photos. In yet another alter ego, this modern day Renaissance Man is the lead singer and drummer for his band The Black Owls. Perhaps that curious dichotomy has helped him play backup to Amy for so many years, and still be able to shine as a frontman with this debut collection. Being half of a husband and wife business team myself, I just love to see a couple that can work and play together with such ease and creativity. Well done Butlers!
I know many of you have been waiting for this collection to return to our shelves, and I'm so happy to let you know it's back! If you're finding it hard to narrow down a project, here's a super cool and quick project for all of David's fellow music lovers out there. This Media Mate is available as a free pdf pattern!
Or why not try Amy Butler's own Messenger Bag pattern done up in one of these great unisex designs from Curious Nature?!
Or perhaps try your hand at this Bullseye Quilt, available here as a free download! Whichever project you choose, I hope you'll share your pieces in our shop. Here's one already from a customer of ours - thanks for sharing this beautiful pillow Pick Fair!
For more inspiarational photos, visit the Parson Gray Website and Facbook page!
