Hello!

Sandra Kirpalani is a multidisciplinary artist and sewist whose work explores the intersection of fine art and craft. With a background in interior design, and over a decade of professional practice, she brings a unique perspective to fiber arts, collage, and mixed media. Her creative practice spans embroidery, weaving, painting, mural work, and the creation of handmade housewares and fashion pieces. She works to create vibrant, layered, tactile pieces that speak to memory, identity, and our environment.

Sandra’s work is rooted in a love of color, movement, and texture. She often incorporates upcycled materials, layering fabric, paint, and text to create bold compositions with a focus on texture. A deep appreciation for vintage aesthetics and one-of-a-kind design informs her approach, especially with regard to her wearable art. Whether Sandra is stitching, painting, or piecing together fabric, her work often carries a playful sense of humor and a message.

As an artist, Sandra is known under the name “jayestar” and her fine art is produced under the label “jayestar designs”. Sandrilene Designs, LLC encompasses her art practice along with the other areas of work and products she offers. Sandrilene Designs is also the name of her studio, where she brings all of her work together. You can visit her studio locally at Mainframe Studios, #351 at 900 Keosauqua Way, Des Moines, IA 50309. Open studios are held on the first Friday of every month.

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