Tag Archives: Heritage Textiles

Exhibition: “Focus on Fiber 2011″…Houston, Texas USA

The “Focus on Fiber 2011″ exhibit will open this week in Houston, Texas USA.  One of my linen paper and silk stainless steel textiles is included in the juried show.  Oh, happy day! You’re welcome to attend the opening reception at the Betz Art Gallery…hope to see you on Saturday!

On my Tom-Tom today…

I often use my Okinawan High Loom tom-tom (loom beater)  for both weaving and display, but today i’m displaying my handwoven Bingata pouches another way… Handspun and Handwoven Linen and Hemp Pouches. Bingata Natural Dyes.

On my Tom-Tom today (8/22/11)…

Guess what’s hanging on my Okinawan High Loom tom-tom (loom beater) today?  A Japanese linen and hemp table runner…let’s keep smiling and weaving, OK? Handspun and Handwoven Linen and Hemp Table Runner.  Antique Japanese Weave Structure.

Coastal Fiberarts 2011

I’ve recently returned from Astoria, Oregon USA where i attended the “Coastal Fiberarts 2011” exhibit reception.  I’ve returned home inspired by the exhibit and the beautiful Oregon coastal views. “Coastal Fiberarts 2011” exhibit, Astoria, Oregon USA This colorful and inspirational exhibit was facilitated by Cheryl Silverblatt, a fiberartist and handweaver. Cheryl Silverblatt, Reception Opening AddressContinue reading “Coastal Fiberarts 2011”

Exhibition: “Coastal Fiberarts 2011″…Astoria, Oregon USA

The “Coastal Fiberarts 2011” exhibit will open next week in Astoria, Oregon USA.  One of my handwoven silk textiles is included in the juried show.  Oh, happy day! You’re welcome to attend the opening reception.  Hope to see you there! “Coastal Fiberarts 2011” Exhibit – Reception July 14, 2011

Eco-dyeing across 3 continents…

I learned traditional dye methods in the Ryukyu Islands, located in the southernmost Prefecture of Japan.  Ryukyu dye methods have been practiced for many, many centuries. As i continue to learn dye methods originating from around the world, the more i see common methods and themes.  The Ryukyu dye methods,  for example, often utilize saltwaterContinue reading “Eco-dyeing across 3 continents…”

Bingata and the Okinawa Rail

The Yanbaru Kuina, or the Okinawa Rail (Gallirallus okinawae),  is a beautiful bird endemic to Okinawa Island.  It is an unusual bird in that it is almost flightless. Since the Yanbaru Kuina is an endangered species, i have worked to incorporate it into my bingata artwork as a reminder for us to cherish our naturalContinue reading “Bingata and the Okinawa Rail”