Saturday, September 19, 2015

Indigo continued...



Here is an assortment of second printing with indigo. This time using some papers, glue resist, stencil and overprinting and handmade stamps.
Now today brings me to my sewing machine. The glue resist will be perfect for sewing and later maybe hand stitching.
I've also posted three of my favorite studio books. 'Art Cloth' by Jane Dunnewold, 'Create Your Own Hand-Printed Cloth' by Rayna Gillman and 'The Found Object in Textile Art' by Cas Homes. These three books have been great companions for my fabric art. I'm good at finding my own narrative or direction of personal meaning but I've needed clear instructions on how to explore fabric mark making. I'm never feeling alone in the studio...a thumb through these books (like calling a friend on the phone) always gives me the needed information. Great books...thank you Cas, Jane and Rayna!

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  1. UnknownSeptember 19, 2015 at 1:57 PM

    Love your experimenting! and those are 3 of my favorite books too!
    Occasionally, Rayna and I email each other, would love to meet her
    in person some day.

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    1. Blue Sky DreamingSeptember 20, 2015 at 12:07 PM

      Too funny Gail, Rayna and I email each other on occasion?! Thanks for the encouragement!

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  2. ZenDotStudioSeptember 19, 2015 at 4:03 PM

    It does always seem you easily find your personal narrative. Fun to have books that offer new ideas on how to express that narrative. Looking forward to seeing how these pieces evolve into new work!

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    1. Blue Sky DreamingSeptember 20, 2015 at 12:08 PM

      ZDS, Nice safe place to be...exploring stage! Soon I'll need to take steps into real art making and the wild ride begins! Thanks for stopping by!

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  3. sukipoetSeptember 20, 2015 at 4:26 AM

    Love your indigo. I have some indigo ink and must explore more. Yes, I learn a lot of my craft techniques from books. so much cheaper than taking a class. and as you say the keep me company in my workshop. Just a note. For my old eyes it is very hard to read on a blue or grey background. Not that you need to change for one person, just saying.

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    1. Blue Sky DreamingSeptember 20, 2015 at 12:10 PM

      sukipoet, Glad to see you on your blog and thanks for the visit! I'll look into a bolder larger print!

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  4. Sharmon DavidsonSeptember 20, 2015 at 1:39 PM

    I love your assortment of indigo dyed/printed fabric; can't wait to see what fabulous things they become when put together in your narrative... Thanks for sharing the books, too...

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    1. Blue Sky DreamingSeptember 23, 2015 at 8:59 AM

      Thank you Sharmon...big potential...right now I'm trying free style sewing (drawing) with the machine.

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  5. Maggie RuleySeptember 20, 2015 at 2:17 PM

    These are lovely.

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    1. Blue Sky DreamingSeptember 23, 2015 at 9:00 AM

      Maggie, Thanks so much...you are the master with color palette and I'm glad you like these blues!

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  6. Caterina GiglioSeptember 23, 2015 at 7:19 AM

    I will look for these books, the next time I get to the city! Thanks for the inspiration, as always!

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    1. Blue Sky DreamingSeptember 23, 2015 at 9:01 AM

      Caterina, These books have been a treasure of information and inspiration in the area of fabric treatment!

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