TAFA Team: Textiles

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November 30, 2013

Rachel Switzer of Cape Cod Shibori has had many interests within the textile field, with shibori dyeing her current focus. She has a shop on Etsy where she offers fabric for other artists along with finished pillows, runners and other finished home accessories.

Rachel recently shared her home with us in our Decorating with Textiles Series, so make sure to take a look at that, too. It’s lovely!

October 27, 2013

Caroline Brown Art Textiles

Caroline Brown Art Textiles

Soft colors, minimalism, stitching pathways through cloth... We have a new profile up on TAFA! Caroline Brown Art Textiles is a new member from the UK. She has a shop on Etsy and sells through her website as well. Poetic work!

http://www.tafalist.com/members/caroline-brown-art-textiles

April 11, 2013

CherScapes Fiber Art Studios

CherScapes on TAFA

CherScapes, one of our pioneer members, joined TAFA in July of 2010. Check out her profile for her gorgeous textiles, garments and the launch of her new book, "Fabric Surface Design".

October 17, 2012

Deborah Babin

Deborah Babin

Washington artist, Deborah Babin, creates dynamic and colorful textiles.

September 16, 2012

Saori Santa Cruz

Jill Sanders teaches weaving in her Saori Santa Cruz studio and sells great supplies in her Etsy shop. She says in her member profile:

"Saori Santa Cruz is a Saori weaving studio dedicated to helping develop an individual’s creativity through weaving. Classes offer improvisation and original and unique techniques that help a student find their true expression. Self-discovery happnes by using looms, fiber and sewing machines, available to all students. Empowering to design and sew garments using free form Saori weaving, freeing the inner self with original style, sparking initiative, and a conviction to helping you discover your unique individuality is what Saori philosophy is about. Honest weaving, no rules weaving, joyful weaving."

September 11, 2012

Sally Gould Wright Quilt Artist

Sally is a quilter from Los Angeles. As you can see from this quilt, she does an amazing job with her quilting! For those of you who do not know what "quilting" means, it is the stitch work that is done to hold the top, batting and back of a quilt together. The stitching could be very simple "in and out" or masterful as shown in this one. Sally's quilting adds another layer of depth, texture and imagery to her design.

September 3, 2012

Thistle Rose Weaving

Thistle Rose Weaving

Martha Witcher describes how she feels about weaving:

"The driving need to create something with my own two hands has always guided me in my pursuit of weaving traditional textiles. Thistle Rose Weaving is my passion, my delight and a way for me to express and share my love for the traditional art of hand weaving. I take pride in creating beautiful heirloom-quality hand woven textiles that will bring joy to your hearth and home."

August 29, 2012

FurugiStar

FurugiStar

Stephanie Hannon lives in Tokyo where she searches the markets for vintage Japanese textiles. Her business, FurugiStar, embraces the concept of 'yu yo no bi' - beauty in practicality, and 'mottainai' - no waste. Explore her wide range of treasures in her Etsy shop!

July 22, 2012

Louise Schiele

Louise Schiele

California artist, Louise Schiele, has a wonderfully varied body of work, focusing mainly on art quilts and coiled baskets. She has smaller pieces in her Etsy shop and can be contacted on her member profile for larger work or commissions.

July 5, 2012

Linda Miller Designs

Contentment - 15" x 26.5"

© 2011 Linda A. Miller
Private Collection
Cotton pieced, acrylic paint, applique, thread painted, machine quilted

Linda Miller just opened up her Etsy shop! Primarily an art quilter, she also makes these fascinating thread bowls. Make sure to check out her wonderful Prayer Flag Project, too! Linda lives in California. Find out more on her TAFA Member Profile:

Linda Miller Designs