the beginning and the end
starting to weave pages for a lined notebook. The linen warp and shifu weft is creating a firm fabric. I have no idea how or if this is going to work just keeping my fingers crossed.
the thread was made with paper I bought from Morita Washi in Kyoto many years ago, it is remarkably fine and strong.
finished! I like the way the light shines through the woven pieces and want to see both sides of the stitching so I didn’t put a lining/backing on the piece.
the circular pattern on the center piece was made by using a stencil and rice paste resist on kakishibu dyed cotton and then adding an iron modifier.
the red, arashi shibori and the plain white patches are recycled from a jacket which was then made into a top and finally a vest. The weft is a handspun flax/silk blend on silk warp.
the kakishibu dyed fabric is very firm, almost like canvas, it is difficult to stitch.
finished measurements, 15 3/4″ X 15″. It isn’t perfect but has a certain rough charm.
the different patterns, and translucencies are lovely! also the intensity of colors when the light is behind is really neat.
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so excited, i’ve already checked here for more. i will endeavor to curb my enthusiasm.
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i’m so excited!!!
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