Some fabrics from a few months ago.
Today in Labor History October 10, 1912: The Industrial Workers of the World (IWW) struck in Little Falls, New York. The strike lasted into January and involved primarily immigrant workers. It started at the Phoenix Knitting Mill, but spread to the Gilbert Knitting Mill, also in the Mohawk Valley. In November, the Little Falls Council voted to authorize a contingent of special police, which escalated tensions. Later that month, the AFL created United Textile Workers local #206 to compete with the Wobblies for members and press attention. But when the AFL announced it had reached a settlement between with mill owners, later that month, the workers refused it, siding with the Wobblies and demanding greater concessions.
In celebration of here's how recursion can create interesting patterns in that can then be stitched onto fabric.
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"Indigenous Peoples Day" teableau for 10/09/23
We are having a yard sale and I just made the first money I have ever, ever made for my textile work ($5 for handspun yarn).
What's also nice is even if I don't sell anything else, this process helped me decide what I'm okay getting rid of. So whatever doesn't sell goes straight in the donation bin.
Nizwa Souq, one of the oldest markets, in Nizwa, Oman.
Here's a 41 x 41 in (104 x 104 cm) quilt that was created by my very talent mom, she is a real expert at quilting + really likes to do make stuff that has traditional foundations but w/a lot of modern flavor thrown in. If anyone is interested in this gorgeous piece of handmade textile art, please reach out to me, it's very affordable!
Here're four quilts made by my mom that're available to choose from! Contact me if youd like to curl up under one of these and take a nap on an autumn evening! All different sizes and prices, msg me if interested!
Enjoy the beauty in Kenyan photographer Thandiwe Muriu's work and how it showcases wax fabrics common in Central and West Africa!
Textiles"She influenced decades of design with blingy, colorful textiles. A new exhibit pays tribute"
"Weaver and designer Dorothy Liebes helped define the look and feel of 20th century luxury, from first-class airline seats to movie backdrops, hotel suites to bathing suits, metallic wallpaper to car upholstery.
An eye-popping exhibit at the Cooper Hewitt Smithsonian Design Museum takes a giant step toward changing that..."
These're large quilts that my mom created that are all in need of homes. If you see one that you like, feel free to ask me about it! All different sizes and styles, let me know if youd like the dimensions and price info. Theyre all very easy to order!
Here is a quilt that was made by my very talented mom, this one measures 57 x 57 in (145 x 145 cm). This one has a lot of fresh energy. It's a great mix of traditional techniques mixed with a lot of modern flavor. Message me if you think this oned look nice in your place! Makes a great gift to give someone you love!
Here're four decorative wall hanging quilts that were made by my very talented mom. They come with a narrow fabric sleeve sewn into the back so that a dowel rod can be passed through and it can be hung up on the wall. All of them're affordable msg me if youre interested in any of these works of textile art!
Grayson Perry's amazing tapestries is on display at Lincoln Museum and will be there until January of next year. I love these pieces.
Here're five fabulous quilts that were created by my very talented mom, check them out! All of them are larger sized ones that you can curl up and take a nap under. If you see one that you like, please let me know and I can give you the dimensions and price information. Very easy to order from me!
'For the first time since its inception, the Historic Costume and Textile Museums collection will be available to view online. Guests of the database can explore images and descriptions of the thousands of pieces housed at the Historic Costume and Textile Museum, HCTM, which is located on the third floor of Justin Hall.'
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I am a and -- primarily on drop spindles and weaving. I'm also an "Adjunct" over at where I support the work of in Peru.
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I previously taught (formerly ATS) where I coined and
Here's a random question:
Could paper be considered a form of felt fabric
Here's a large beautiful quilt that was made by my mom, this one measures 60 x 83 in (152 x 211 cm) so it is nice and large. If there's anyone out there that's interested in this fabulous quilt and'd like to curl up and take a nap under it, please reach out to me! The second pic is the reverse side of the quilt. Affordable, msg me if interested!
Here're several quilts made by my mom that're available, the first 2 are larger-sized, the second two are smaller decorative ones for hanging on the wall msg me if youd like to invite one into your home
So... this happened! The most work I ever put into any , and I'm very happy with the result.
Starting the next project.
Rethinking the Luddites in the Age of A.I
New Yorker: Rethinking the Luddites in the Age of A.I. /InfiniteScroll /Page-Turner
I have another quilt to debut today, I really love this one, it is really large and very finely made by my very talented mom, check out this gorgeous piece below. A really cool mix of traditional style but with a twist of modern energy. Msg me if interested! It measures 60 x 83 in (152 x 211 cm). This'll look fantastic in any interior! 2nd pic is the reverse side of it
London Underground Moquette Designs
I was very excited to visit Wallace Sewell's woven textile shop which was displaying their beautiful moquette patterns as part of the London Design Festival. Here's a short video of my visit.
A single town in China produces one half of the world's socks. A global logistical nightmare could be avoided if they made them in pairs.
Here're four incredible quilts that my mom created that're available. The 1st & 4th pics are smaller-sized wall hanging ones, and the 2nd & 3rd are larger sized ones. Message me if youd like details on these and I can provide you with details like dimensions, prices, etc. These make a great gift to give someone!
This's the debut of a new quilt made by my mom, check this one out right here, it measures 52 x 62 in (132 x 157 cm) and is all hand-constructed. Lots of great energy in this one. Really finely made too, my mom's quilts last forever. Get in touch with me if you dig this one and'd like to know more about it!
Got to some tie dye pillowcases this last day of summer, and last day of sun for a while.
Here're three quilts that were constructed by my very talented mom. Theyre all available and affordable! Theyve never been used, theyve been in storage for years and she has been going through her stuff lately and Im helping her find homes for them. Msg me if you see one you like and'd like to know more about!
Here're four fabulous quilts that were created by my very talented mom, check them out, all of them are handmade and really finely constructed. Theyre all different sizes, please msg me if youd like some more information on any of them, theyre all affordable!
Quilts! Made by my mom. All of these you see below are available msg me if you're interested in one! The 1st 3 are smaller-sized wall-hanging ones, the 3rd is larger, it measures 57x57in(145x145cm)
One piece of Ankara / African print, several scraps of old and , one block I made years ago and... seven suture stitches from the local hospital . Had an accident with my rotary cutter and I use a glove now.
Design Milk : Every Day Is Better With Sunday Mondays Block-Print Pillows
Continuing from the Chemistry inspired piece I shared yesterday, I have been playing with creating art with particles systems since that first piece.
I also love experimenting with creating textiles.
These scarves are made with my artwork, and I wear them all the time. I'd love to create more, but they're expensive to produce.
This is a really fine quilt that was constructed by my mom, she is a really amazing quilter who has been doing it a long time. It measures 57x57in(145x145cm) and is the perfect size for a twin bed or couch. Message me if youd like to curl up and take a nap under this gorgeous work, it is available and affordable
An editorial from Dawn - Pak's oldest and largest english daily - finally waking up to the fact is devastating industry, and could shut it down altogether soon
The climate response by the industry is all about mitigation, about emissions and recycling, and little or nothing with respect to flooding and heat
An example of the extreme denial prevalent among textile tycoons and industrialists:
"Exports of textile, clothing contract over 9pc in July-August"
But the entire article chooses to explain declines in economic or financial terms, rather than even mention the repeated destruction being meted out by
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