One thing about using different materials in tapestry is that you don’t always know how things will turn out. I decided to use some number 6/12 black warp that has been hanging around in the cupboard for about 20 years, never certain if it would show through in a tapestry. After weaving a few passes in wool.....yes it does show. I found that the mercerized cotton packs down in the weaving far differently from wool. This is the first time that I have woven a tapestry in cotton alone. It is nice to weave with, packs down easily, has less elasticity and comes in a good variety of colours that you can blend. But it is difficult to photograph. The cotton has a sheen and the tapestry a non smooth surface so one thing that I have learned is to take lots of photo’s as many of them are out of focus due to the reflection and surface of the tapestry. This tapestry is my ‘Circles and Squares’ challenge, 20 cm H X 20 cm W and has now been posted off to the exhibition which will tour New Zealand and Australia this year.
It looks beautiful - gorgeous colours! :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Michelle, I did not get a good photo of the entire tapestry before I posted it. Will have to wait till I get it back. Will you get to see the exhibition somewhere? Debbie.
ReplyDeleteDo you know if it's touring SA? That would be fab ;)
ReplyDeleteIt has been shown before in Adelaide Michelle. I asked the email group with no reply. Are you going to Warrnambool? It would be good for you to see the Graduate Exhibition. Would you beleive that I have seen everyone!! Am going this year as well. Debbie.
ReplyDeleteHi Debbie, I really like this piece, the colours and design look retro with a contemporary twist, wild colour combination,simple but divine.
ReplyDeleteThanks Steph, it's titled 'In Hundertwasser's Garden' Was fun to weave.....gues I just love colour!
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