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Category Archives: Slow Cloth I’ve decided to rename my “Prayer Shawl” and am calling it my “Slow Cloth.” It’s simple, I know, but the new name suits the piece better. This is a work of gradual consideration… an unhurried piece where I can think and play deeply at each step. I don’t expect to get anywhere fast with it...  To be perfectly honest here, I started this prayer shawl thing on the wrong foot. I put pressure on myself to create something wonderful because it’s been a while since I’ve created anything and I figured I was about due. All around me I see others create works of art, but I’ve been lacking lately... by robin 4 comments 
January 13, 2011 - 7:44 am
You clever lady! 
January 13, 2011 - 5:43 am
I am so surprised to hear you say that it’s been awhile since you created anything. It doesn’t seem like that to me. But, I understand all the personal factors, challenges, perceptions and desires that make it feel that way for you. I think you are making exciting progress and embracing new possibilities. It doesn’t have to happen quickly. I’m enjoying your process. Thanks so much for sharing it. 
January 12, 2011 - 9:16 pm
What a great idea! I have a bunch of those little pipes in the garage. I have used the tiny rubber bands you find in the hair styling section of the store. They work great. I do like the fabric that you dyed. Enjoy the process. 
January 12, 2011 - 8:34 pm
Robin…… it looks like you are having fun and you will end up with lots more choices of beautiful fabric to use in what ever you decide to do. By the way the tubing was a great idea…… would a little marble fit up inside your tubing with the fabric to make a tighter resist?  I’m experimenting with different fabrics, different methods of piecing, and different layouts. This is completely new territory for me and I feel like I’m bumbling along. I’m trusting that this uncertainty and frustration will be replaced by clarity after hours of careful contemplation. I’m trusting that this will pay off. I’m liking the color saffron... by robin 5 comments
January 13, 2011 - 5:41 am
I’m wild about that frayed edge! I can tell you are making progress. You are so right about waiting for the moment of enlightenment to occur. It only arrives after contemplation. 
January 12, 2011 - 10:40 am
Ah Robin this technique is going to open a whole new world of possibilities 
January 12, 2011 - 3:55 am
This is shaping up nicely. It always takes me forever to decide what to do when I am trying something new. I can’t seem to grasp that whole “it’s the process not the end result thing” especially when I want the end result to be wonderful for something like you are doing. 
January 11, 2011 - 7:15 pm
Those colors are beautiful Robin. Good for you, trying something new. I can’t wait to see how it all turns out.
January 11, 2011 - 3:36 pm
Oh yes, the safron is nice too. I really like that blue/white hand dye in the center top.  I’m battling a serious case of artist’s block here… trying to make something meaningful… maybe that’s my problem. In any case, my eyes are wide open as I notice the interplay of indigo and tangerine. I also played with a little dye paint on fabric today. I’m wanting to insert words on this piece, but... by robin 3 comments
January 13, 2011 - 5:38 am
I use a pigma pen for handwriting on fabric. I also squish my writing tight tight tight together and leave almost no space between lines. This lets the lines of the letters and general idea of handwriting overtake the need or ability for the viewer to read it. Sometimes I also start at the bottom of a piece of fabric and work up to the top. That way the “order” that you would typical read is completely reversed. Also, as I am writing various thoughts, I let my brain go faster than my hand. If my brain has moved on to the next word or sentence, I just skipped ahead with my hand. I feel like I’ve infused the work with the themes and concepts that I’m focusing on, but haven’t made the actual message more important than the work as a whole. I think the piece with the gray dye is lovely. Very very subtle which could certainly find a place in this new work! I love the blue angular lines too. An interesting contrast. 
January 11, 2011 - 8:11 am
I love the tangerine and blue together. Your process is just as important as the finished piece. Keep working through it and sharing your thoughts. 
January 11, 2011 - 1:57 am
Beautiful colorways! Brings to mind another of your photos – fabric in orange dye floating in blue pails Such an appealing combination of energizing and calming colors  I’m slowly starting to get a picture of how I want to make my prayer shawl. One of the first things to come for me is the palate, which I’ve decided to narrow to indigos, tangerine, whites and neutrals. I want to incorporate stripped weaving and hand-stitching. I have in mind also to utilize photographs... by robin 3 comments
January 10, 2011 - 7:35 pm
Robin, your shawl is looking beautiful. I love the colors you have chosen and the x-ray prints are so wonderful. It is going to be a beautiful shawl when you are done.
January 9, 2011 - 9:19 am
Those colors are amazing! Did you dye the tangerine? It is delicious. I love how it has a bit of the indigo in it. You look like you’re off to a nice start. 
January 9, 2011 - 5:45 am
This looks wonderful so far! Those x-ray printed prayer flags are amazing – so ethereal looking. Can’t wait to see the finished piece. |
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