A gift to self

Across the threshold of this new year I found time and space to bring this cloth, long in the making, near completion. Some elements that have long sought a home have found one.

Arranging squares yesterday – pure pleasure – I thought of how the strips and swatches of fabric hold memory in a tactile, visceral, yet gentle form. Maybe that is the allure of cloth for me. There is also a conversation. The cloth talks to me and to my many teachers.

I found some handkerchief weight linen that will make a nice backing for this. Before winter is over I will cover up with it and daydream.

Author: Kit

I’m a St. Paul MN visual artist, working in drawing, printmaking, and textile art.

3 thoughts on “A gift to self”

  1. Thank you, jude! The class I took from you in 2011 or was it 2010 just keeps on giving! This is one of the most satisfying pieces I have put together.

  2. Such a beautiful blog, Kit. Love the quilt with cat showcasing the indigo work! And "Glimpse" is just stunning! Like a stained-glass window and very musical!

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