a lot to do

This week's tutorial with Sarah was positive.  She said that I shouldn't make my 'messages' obvious - maybe hide the end of the message under the linings, just print/sew snatches of words.  On the right is a digital embroidery which I centred on the outside of sample tie.  It is brazen but it would be hidden under the collar of the wearer.


Taking Sarah's advice on board I printed some samples using print paste and discharge.  The effect on silk was subtle and effective (left) but the linen didn't discharge well.  I like the effects of mixing discharge and print paste and will look at incorporating them into the blade of the tie.

I especially liked the charcoal print on natural coloured linen (below left and right).

I spoke to Paul about including a craftivism event into the final show but he thought I should hold craftivism event(s) before the show and use the results/analysis of the events in the final show - whether than be the pieces of stiched textile, photographs, film or recordings.

I am thinking about a recording of the voices of people explaining their piece of work alongside a photographic/actual display of their pieces.  Also I am keen to pass on a collage of the photographs to someone - the minister for women?   

I need to establish what the questions/consideration/statement is that I present to craftivists  - something like 'What do you want for the global status of women'. 

Alot to think about and a lot to do.

• I didn't use interfacing on my sample tie because I thought it would make it too bulky but I am not happy with the outcome - I can 'see/feel' the edges of the fabic and I think interfacing would improve the  quality.  Internet research has revealed that 100% wool is best for silk.  My Vogue pattern didn't specify which material to use for interfacing but includes the grain line of the fabric so presumably doesn't mean typical non-woven interfacing.  I think I need to buy wool for the silk ties.
• plan crativism events.  consider craftivism by post.
• screen print more fabric
• finally set my colour pallette
• finalise repeat prints and take to Neil