Again, working further with the fabric that I previously parfait dyed using RIT dyes,
I've created a series that I plan to mount separately on 1 1/2" deep canvases for hanging.
The RIT dyes produced fabric that was almost ethereal in appearance. This was fun to work with in contrast with a Denyse Schmidt print, alongside a Kona cotton, a commercial solid and a batik.
By simplifying my color pallet, I found that this piecing technique created framing that looked like portals, gates or entrances to the skies.
I used a few directional lines of stitching to help guide the viewer's eye.
Hmmm? They still need something more. Maybe another layer. Some paint? Distressing? . . .
Not really done yet.
Hmmm? They still need something more. Maybe another layer. Some paint? Distressing? . . .
Not really done yet.
Iris Skies
3 - 12" x 12" x 1/12"
Diane, I love the direction your work has taken! Rit dye?? I used it 25 years ago to overdye a calico and shall have to see if I still have the quilt I made and whether, as everyone predicted, it has faded. Have not done ice or snow dyeing, despite seeing the interesting results others have gotten.
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Rayna
Thanks so much for the kind words, Rayna. Recently, I have been choosing projects to use up the materials and supplies that I already own. Thus, the RIT dye - something leftover from my Mom's stash years ago. I'm interested in seeing what happens with what you are working on now - Best wishes! diane
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