The work in progress I shared here is now complete. It measures 12″ x 12″. Click on image for a larger view.
I quilted the bottom section using the marks left by the twine used to wrap the fabric bundles during the printing process. They made for a simple, effective design. Then I fussed and dithered about how to quilt the silk screened piece on the right side. Ultimately I decided that simplicity was in order. I had enough quilting design in the other two sections and the silk screened design was quite enough for the right side. So, simple lines is what I did. A detail:
I couldn’t resist adding the beads. And, interestingly enough, this work is created entirely with silk fabrics. The botanical print fabrics are silk noil, the screen printed fabric is a very light-weight silk and the binding is a raw silk. Each has its own signature look and texture. I am very pleased with the way they play off one another while creating harmony.
On to the next! I have a lovely sumac print that is waiting for me. What do you have waiting for you that has your creative juices running?
Love this so much! Turned out great!!
Thank you Gay!
A successful and most beautiful piece of art. The use of a variety of silk fabrics adds to the overall cohesion and yet textural variety. I love this piece.
Thank you Krisitn. I felt the same way about the silk. The binding fabric was not my original plan but it was the best choice.
Lovely. Liked reading the detailed description of your process.
Thank you Helen. I usually start a project with an overall idea but while the process unfolds the piece takes on a mind of its own. I’m sure you experience this with your work as well. I do my best to pay attention so that I can respond and know why I’ve taken the course I did.
What a marvelous piece! All yours, from very beginning to end. I love it!! Congratulations!
Thank you Suzanne. It has been a real treat to put old and new surface design work together and have them work so well.
Exquisite. Love love love your work. This one takes the cake. Can’t wait to see the next one.
Thank you Kay. I’m eager to see how the sumac print turns out as well.
Well you have managed to stay true to yourself, Franki. This is another lovely piece with all the harmony of design and technique that could be done. It is a true masterpiece and tribute to your skill and talent.
Thank you! I am very happy about the meeting of all these fabrics.
Absolutely exquisite Franki! Another great piece.
Thank you Jenny. These botanical prints are such an inspiration!