Whilst the collaboration with Fiona Dempster in Australia, see here, is progressing well and providing much mental stimulus, I found that I had space between that and gardening to pursue an idea that had been lurking in the background.
I had written the title ‘A Different Perspective’ down in my notebook and challenged myself to create a book that fulfilled that idea.
I designed a plate inspired by a piece of damask silk, I then embossed it for the reverse side of the book.
I then cut the plate into three, the central part remained with the straight edges and was printed to Somerset 250 gsm paper. The two outer strips were cut down to reveal decorated edges and were printed separately to painted tissue paper.
After drying and adhering the tissue to the paper the book was stitched together and the covers made.
The book offers many varied viewing opportunities as each surface has a contrasting decorative print element on it and can be rearranged to offer different perspectives.
Yesterday I visited the Antique Textile Fair in Manchester, its a favourite event which I had not been to for three years.
This is what I bought, from left to right.
Modern Jacquard Loom cards, I have an idea in mind for these, more in the future after I have explored further
Uzbek Camel or horse harness decorations, silk embroidery, linen and wool tassels and metal work tassel tops
Loom shuttle with gold coloured rayon thread.
Lots of research to be done and the lovely prospect of new work.
Annwyn Dean 