Irene Manion, ausdyeing to stitchballarat september 2023 |
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A textile practitioner for over thirty years, my recent practice has taken me in the direction of investigating the transfer printing/dye sublimation technique in depth. Stitching, and especially free-machine embroidery, has also been a focus and has resulted in the exploration of stitch in less conventional ways, extending stitch length manually to ‘paint’ patterns and lines on the printed surfaces.
The use of threads with sheen in repetitive line patterns brings surfaces to life and never fails to surprise me when light is directed at the materials from different angles.
I have created series of backyard birds in textiles using these techniques. The magpie has been a favourite subject.
The use of threads with sheen in repetitive line patterns brings surfaces to life and never fails to surprise me when light is directed at the materials from different angles.
I have created series of backyard birds in textiles using these techniques. The magpie has been a favourite subject.
dyeing to stitch
Experimentation with transfer dye techniques will reveal the versatility of this medium. You can work realistically, use digital photography, or create free gestural line abstracts. Paper painted designs are then transferred to a range of fabrics, from transparent organza to recycled polyester, using heat.
The prints are then embellished, pushing traditional machining stitching in new directions. The long-stitch free-machine technique, with lustrous threads, will be used to enliven the printed surface.
Finished items can be stand-alone images or be incorporated into wearable costumes, jewellery, or to decorate various functional objects such as notebooks.
The prints are then embellished, pushing traditional machining stitching in new directions. The long-stitch free-machine technique, with lustrous threads, will be used to enliven the printed surface.
Finished items can be stand-alone images or be incorporated into wearable costumes, jewellery, or to decorate various functional objects such as notebooks.