Sarah H. Jackson, Textile Artist: 8/2 Cotton & Rayon Scarf, Undulating Twill

Sunday, March 20, 2011

8/2 Cotton & Rayon Scarf, Undulating Twill

Inexpensive and available in a wide range of colors, 8/2 cotton tempts me to try and find a way it can be used to weave cloth for garments. The trick seems to be avoiding the dish cloth look! I want something soft and fluid so am experimenting with combining a cotton warp with rayon weft. Here is the sample I started yesterday:

The warp colors are arranged to mimic a hand dyed warp (I hope!), and I sampled with a variety of weft colors and textures.

Here are a couple shots of the finished scarf.

I know this one is blurry, but I like the way it shows the undulating twill structure.

And I can't resist posting this last shot of my sweet buddy, Pica. She's resting after spending the day with her vet to have a growth removed on her leg. She also got a bath and a major brush out, so is looking particularly soft and fluffy!

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AnonymousAugust 17, 2012 at 12:43 PM
Beautiful colors! That is what I enjoy most about weaving, color blends and texture! Thank you! And yes, I blend weaving into my homeschool day also :) Leslie
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Welcome!

Artist Statement:
Handweaving, simple or elaborate; it all begins with one thread. To sit at  my loom and throw the shuttle while witnessing the interplay of color,  pattern, and texture as it develops into cloth is endlessly fascinating.
My design process often centers on color as I work within the limitations  of the loom to stretch and explore the possibilities of color interaction.
At other times I focus on the combination of structure and fiber, using  only one or two colors, to create the desired cloth.
Whether designing for the home or one-of-a-kind garments, my weaving  reflects a passion for marrying structure, fiber, and color to produce  cloth that is unique, practical, beautiful, and just right for my intended  purpose.

About Me

An early interest in art and textiles led me to the University of Kansas where I earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts with emphasis in textile design. I started weaving again in 2005 after an almost twenty year hiatus. Some of the things I did during that time include working for a publishing company designing and writing pattern instruction for knitwear, quilting, home schooling my son, and volunteering as a Stephen minister in my church. I am passionate about weaving (everyday, if possible!), color, and texture. When not weaving, I enjoy reading, gardening, and bike riding.

I have had numerous designs published in Handwoven magazine. In January, 2012, I joined their editorial team as a technical editor, and in January, 2015, I was offered the job of weaving editor.