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I think the may 2nd ribbon felt workshop is full, but you can get on the waiting list!
More fiber please! uhmm, I’ll take some organza ribbon and a touch of that glittery stuff over there … and the multi color ladder yarn is a must have. Then mix in a few strands of hand spun natural silk … lets see, oh ya, I love that one with the sequence in it!
The possibilities are endless. We are actually creating fabric here folks! How cool is that!
sign up here :
www.feltingsupply.com
Posted 2 years, 10 months ago. Add a comment
felt is having a very big moment according to susan brown
IF you ask her about trends in textiles, Susan Brown, an assistant curator at the Cooper-Hewitt National Design Museum, will tell you that felt is having a very big moment, finding its way into everything from fashion and product design to architectural installations and home furnishings.
It has become so ubiquitous, in fact, that Ms. Brown has organized an exhibition at the museum called “Fashioning Felt.” The show, which runs from March 6 to Sept. 7, explores the many uses of felt, from traditional pieces, like a Turkish shepherd’s cloak and an Afghan saddle pad, to contemporary objects like the “personal uniforms” designed and worn by the artist Andrea Zittel as conceptual art.
“There’s something so tactile about it,” Ms. Brown said of the fabric. “The desire to touch is strong with most textiles, but particularly so with felt.”
It differs from other fabrics, she explained, because it is made not by knitting or weaving but by matting wool fibers together using water and friction. The result, she said, “is very comforting, warm and inviting.”
This is very good news to me, since I love to felt! Check out the rest of this new york times article at:
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/03/05/garden/05shopp.html
Her write up on the yurt exhibition is also really cool!
http://blog.cooperhewitt.org/2009/02/26/janice-arnold-sketches
Posted 2 years, 11 months ago. Add a comment
The Felting workshop was great!
What a great time. Being around all the colors, textures and creativity. And meeting so many new fiber lovers. Really feeds the soul. There was so much interest in the class, another one was booked for April 4th and that is full already!
So, the next workshop will be May 2nd. Get your spot now!
Sign up at www.feltingsupply.com
Posted 2 years, 11 months ago. Add a comment
now & ZEN in 3 display windows on Cottage Street!
For the past month my work has adorned three display windows on the main drag in Easthampton, MA.
40 cottage street, easthampton, ma
a great place to visit … lots of really talented artisans
84 cottage street, easthampton, ma
where my workshop is being held. All things felted can be had here. Stop in and pay them a visit. My class is full, but you can sign up for the next one!
102 cottage street, easthampton, ma
the metaphysical shop in town offering magical gifts and workshops from drumming to reiki. Stop in and say hi and keep our community vibrant!
Pretty cool, huh?
Posted 2 years, 12 months ago. Add a comment
Ribbon Felt Scarf Workshop
I’m teaching a Ribbon Felt Scarf workshop at New England Felting Supply in Easthampton,MA on February 14, 2009. It will be a really fun Valentines Day!
Sign up on line at New England Felting Supply.
Check it out!
A workshop with fiber artist Nancy Dorian at New England Felting Supply
Join us for a workshop inspired by Christine White’s Ribbon Tunic project from her book: Uniquely Felt. Using Nuno felting techniques, be prepared to be elated as you transform the layers of silk, wool roving, ribbon and novelty yarns into gorgeous flowing fabric. Bring a selection of yarns to work with and choose from an abundance of roving and hand-dyed silks to make your own wearable art.
February Sat., Feb 14, 9am-5pm: Ribbon Felt Scarves with Nancy Dorian www.nancydorian.com $69 + Materials (TBA) Beginner Friendly
Posted 3 years ago. 2 comments
if you get into rust dyeing this might happen to you!
That’s right folks .. there I am dumpster diving!! I have been experimenting with dyeing with rusty objects. It is sooo cool. You find a bunch of stuff that will rust and lay it on your silk, add a little vinegar and voila … beautious fabric. The reaction time is as little as 24 hours. I didn’t think this up myself. I had heard of it from reading about nuno felting with Polly Stirling. This process was used at one of her retreats. I can really see myself doing workshops on dyeing with found rusty objects. Stayed tuned for a workshop near you.
So anyway, I did a few tests to find out what I liked and didn’t like and then did a body of work that reflects what I came up with. Still not sure what these fine silks will become. Something flowy and layered no doubt.
Doing this has triggered a whole theme of dyeing silk with objects from the Mill River in Haydeville, MA. A dam broke up stream and washed away a brass foundry in 1874. I spent the better part of a day last summer collecting items from the river that are obviously from the ruins. But that’s a whole other blog post!
Posted 3 years, 2 months ago. 1 comment
my work was displayed in preview massachusetts magazine!!
One of the most exciting thing to happen to me this year was having my work featured in Preview Massachusetts, a local magazine put out by the Valley Advocate. Every month they showcase local retail talent in the “window shopping” section and my work appeared in the October issue. The hand painted shibori dyed poncho and nuno felted string scarf are but two of the many items that emerged from the now & ZEN studio at eastworks this past year. It is in part due to the retail exposure there that has really helped my work take off. AND don’t forget to visit Snow Farm during the next 3 weekends in November to see my fiber art in person!
Posted 3 years, 2 months ago. Add a comment
Nuno string scarves for the fine art sale at SNOW FARM
Been busy this past week getting ready for the sale at SNOW FARM in Williamsburg, MA. Many fine artist will be offering their wares for 3 weekends in November. I’m honored to be in the company of such talented people as Josh Simpson and Luann Udell. For more info and directions click here.
Artists’ Seconds Sale
Friday, Saturday and Sunday:
November 14, 15 and 16
November 21, 22 and 23
November 28, 29 and 30
It’s a great place to get all your handcrafted holiday gifts …. and a beautiful place to visit. Hope to see you there.
