Sarah H. Jackson, Textile Artist: November 2012

Thursday, November 15, 2012

A Sneak Peak For You!

At just a few of the many handwoven creations you'll find at our Annual Exhibit & Holiday Sale!

Sarah Jackson, Crackle Purse

Purses by Sarah H. Jackson

Deb Shoenberger, Slot Canyon Tapestry

Slot Canyon, Tapestry by Deb Shoenberger

Mary Saxton, Jacket

Jacket by Mary Saxton

Designing Weavers
Annual Exhibit & Holiday Sale

Saturday, November 17 &
Sunday, November 18

10am to 4pm each day

AT OUR NEW LOCATION!
Women's Club of Sierra Madre
550 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre, CA
Click here for a map

Celebrate the Season with Fiber!

You'll find unique, handmade gifts:
Wearables, Basketry, Jewelry, Scarves, Rugs, Hats,
Sculpture, Tapestry and More!

DesigningWeavers.com

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.