Sarah H. Jackson, Textile Artist: Pieces of the Past Linen Tunic, Altered Couture Magazine

Monday, June 6, 2011

Pieces of the Past Linen Tunic, Altered Couture Magazine

The summer issue of Altered Couture magazine includes an article I wrote about a reconstructed linen tunic I designed. The tunic proved to be a perfect way to use some of the vintage textiles I've collected.

Photo by Altered Couture

I love the photographs at the beach; just right for California!

Photo by Altered Couture

I made the tunic a little over a year ago, and, in fact, wore it to my sister's birthday party last June. Not with shorts, though! I wore it with a long, white linen skirt.

This issue includes a lot of fresh, colorful ideas for altering existing clothing. An added bonus is that my niece, Lindsay, wrote two articles about children's clothing for the same issue. How cool is that?! A "family" issue!

2 comments:

ShariJune 6, 2011 at 8:13 AM
Beautiful work Sarah! I have a bunch of vintage linens and textiles, lace, etc. Great idea.
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Sarah H. Jackson, Textile ArtistJune 7, 2011 at 1:46 PM
Thanks, Shari! I know you'll do something really creative with your collection. Keep me posted!
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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.