Sarah H. Jackson, Textile Artist: Bertha G.Hayes and Doubleweave Overshot

Tuesday, March 15, 2011

Bertha G.Hayes and Doubleweave Overshot

Jennifer Moore, author of "The Weaver's Studio: Doubleweave," gave a presentation at our guild last month which inspired me to revisit doubleweave. One chapter, in particular, caught my attention; doubleweave overshot... no doubt because my weave structures study group has spent the past couple of months exploring overshot. And, because the technique meshed perfectly with an idea I had for a double-sided fabric that could be used for a jacket showing both sides.

I had seen an overshot pattern in this book of Bertha G. Hayes' Patterns from the 1940's that I liked.

The original pattern was a small, tight design. I liked the circular motifs a lot, so expanded the draft to enlarge the circles.

Here's what it looks like on the loom.

This is the top layer, woven with a mix of copper and two reds. The bottom layer is two shades of copper and one red. I've woven over four yards (actually over eight considering there are two layers), with about one yard to go. Whew! I can't wait to get it off the loom and see how it looks.

http://www.doubleweaver.com/images/doubleweave.jpg

This is the cover of Jennifer's Book. Aren't the colors great?

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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.