Shibori dyed,hand crafted,silk chiffon scarf. Size: 170cm H x 41cm W
Silk chiffon scarf. Handcrafted using the labour intensive method of Shibori, a pleating, stitching, twisting and dyeing process.
This method of Shibori dyeing creates a unique, one off piece of wearable art. No two scarves are ever the same.
Silk Chiffon Scarf - Vanessa Plews
I trained as a printed textile designer at Camberwell School of Art and subsequently worked as a designer in various London studios. I went on to explore felting techniques and am now making a diverse selection of handcrafted art works, including drawings, jewellery and scarves.
I produce all my work in my home studio. Each scarf is unique, created using silk chiffon, individually dyed with my own colour mixes, and pattern is then applied, using merino wool. The expertise I gained working as a designer and colourist, is now applied to my own creations.
Having learned various fabric dyeing techniques, such as shibori, I now combine these techniques to create unusual variations of pattern, texture and colour.
My jewellery is designed from hand rolled merino wool beads, which form necklaces and bracelets. Silk chiffon and merino corsages complement the range, echoing the colours used in the scarves.
I draw my inspiration from all things botanical, especially floral forms, their movement and vibrancy of colour, which is an important aspect of my work.
I have recently exhibited at Art in the Pen, Just Makers Ripley Castle and at Harlow Carr Bath House Gallery and Ilkley Art Trail 2017.
T: 01943 968451
E: vanessaplews@gmail.com
This product will be delivered free of charge. The Artist will be in contact with you within 48 hours of purchasing this product to give estimated delivery date.
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