r/weaving • u/H2psychosis • Aug 28 '26
Finished Project Update: I went with wall!
The frame job isn't quite right but it's what I had on hand! And I'm proud of myself... I've been wanting to push myself into trying to using weaving to create studio art pieces. So... This is "Slash and Burn". Deflected doubleweave using a combination of 8/2 unmercerized cotton, 10/2 pearle cotton, and linen. Painted warp.
Thanks for the input! Wet finishing really was the decider... It turned out more golden than I would wear so to the wall it went.
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u/Dazzling_Broccoli_60 Aug 28 '26
This is so so beautiful ! And I love the way you’ve laid out the piece for framing.
When you decide to frame it properly, I would go with a cream backing, no mat, allowing more space on all sides of the piece and a lighter coloured frame, perhaps oak. It would look like a museum piece. As it stands the blue and black overpower the piece I think.
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u/H2psychosis Aug 28 '26
I'm with you for sure on it needing more space and needing a lighter colored frame! I also need to play with the backing. I like that the blue brings out the blue in the weft but i need to try it on different colors and see how it plays out. Thanks!
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u/Dazzling_Broccoli_60 Aug 28 '26
It’s obviously your thing. And the blue background brings out the blues in the piece, but my personal opinion is that’s more of an outfit thing. It would look great with a blue coat.
This, however, is art. You want what you’ve woven to shine, the background should disappear!
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u/rebelwithmouseyhair Sep 03 '26
If you do that, I suggest you find a fabric for the backing, like it's part of artwork. Probably you'd need a furnishing fabric that's been treated to not fade. I'm imagining a light blue silk with a delicate sheen.
I would use invisible stitching and maybe give the piece a few curves rather than just laying it flat like that. Textiles are flexible, so why not tap into that for a pretty effect?
(This is giving me ideas for my own weaving, which I can't bear to use as just ordinary fabric and that I would like to showcase as art)
Definitely a very lightly coloured frame, so you home in on the beautiful colours you have woven.
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u/J_eldora Aug 28 '26
I love it! I am currently with experimenting with weaving wall art too and this looks so good! Thank you for sharing!
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u/wild_ginger1 Aug 28 '26
This is such a cool way to display a piece. Beautiful work!
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u/H2psychosis Aug 28 '26
Thank you! It needs some iterating but I feel like Ive got some new ideas now which of course is the goal!
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u/Plzmommie Aug 28 '26
It'll Never cease to Amaze me how spectacular the creative minds ability continues to exceed expectations...
You luv, are a Flawless example how stunning "fiber art" can present itself when handled by one as creatively free as yourself. I cannot assemble the words to properly speak to how in awe I am!
Just fabulous 🤍
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u/gjb1 Aug 29 '26
Omg I hope you’re desperately in love with it and will never let it go, but just in case: are you considering selling this piece?
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u/H2psychosis Aug 29 '26
That's incredibly kind! Tell you what, let me let you know. Right now I'm trying to build a portfolio but if I decide to let it go (after getting it properly framed!) I'll give you a shout. ❤️
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u/saltycouchpotato Aug 29 '26
Incredible! I get a little hint of a Celtic knot with how you laid it out. That could be an interesting direction to explore moving forward.
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u/lavamom Aug 31 '26
Your sense of color is spectacular. This is so much more than just another wall hanging - really inspired!
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u/Agoutihare Aug 29 '26
Please o please sell us a pattern or a professioal photo of this piece. I love it soooo much.
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u/3lue3onnet Aug 28 '26
Oooo that's nice! I love how you've laid it out in the frame. Hoping to see more iterations!