#slow cloth

[thetaleofthestitch]

stitch meditation, day 1

spare threads, rice stitchng

[raffaelalavoriincorso]

stitch meditation 10

rust dyeing, hand embroidery by raffaela gottardelli

[raffaelalavoriincorso]

Slow cloth pencil case #handstitching #raffaelagottardelli#pencil case #slow cloth

[raffaelalavoriincorso]

slow cloth pencil case

[raffaelalavoriincorso]

raffaela gottardelli, slow cloth bag

[raffaelalavoriincorso]

slow cloth 1: rust dyed and discharged fabric, hand stitching by raffaela gottardelli

[emilycreatesthings]

Elaine Lipson's 10 Qualities of Slow Cloth

Joy Slow Cloth has the possibility of joy in the process. In other words, the journey matters as much as the destination. Contemplation Slow Cloth offers the quality of meditation or contemplation in the process. Skill Slow Cloth involves skill and has the possibility of mastery. Diversity Slow Cloth acknowledges the rich diversity and multicultural history of textile art. Teaching Slow Cloth honors its teachers and lineage even in its most contemporary expressions. Materials Slow Cloth is thoughtful in its use of materials and respects their source. Quality Slow Cloth artists, designers, crafters and artisans want to make things that last and are well-made. Beauty It's in the eye of the beholder, yes, but it's in our nature to reach for beauty and create it where we can. Community Slow Cloth supports community by sharing knowledge and respecting relationships. Expression Slow Cloth is expressive of individuals and/or cultures. The human creative force is reflected and evident in the work.

Sent to me recently by a good friend (and great tailor). I find these points to ring true not only for weaving, dyeing, knitting, etc but for many endeavors artistic and otherwise. Things to keep in mind!

[counter-craft]

Slow Cloth

Image: Riding a Curve by Jude Hill, Hand/Eye Magazine Elaine Lipson offers her poetic definition of Slow Cloth: Joy - Slow Cloth has the possibility of joy in the process. In other words, the journey matters as much as the destination. Contemplation - Slow Cloth offers the quality of meditation or contemplation in the process. Skill - Slow Cloth involves skill and has the possibility of mastery. Diversity - Slow Cloth acknowledges the rich diversity and multicultural history of textile art. Teaching - Slow Cloth honors its teachers and lineage even in its most contemporary expressions. Materials - Slow Cloth is thoughtful in its use of materials and respects their source. Quality - Slow Cloth artists, designers, crafters and artisans want to make things that last and are well-made. Beauty - It's in the eye of the beholder, yes, but it's in our nature to reach for beauty and create it where we can. Community - Slow Cloth supports community by sharing knowledge and respecting relationships. Expression - Slow Cloth is expressive of individuals and/or cultures. The human creative force is reflected and evident in the work. Image: Coma as Measure of Persistence by Jude Hill, Hand/Eye Magazine For more, read Lipson's beautiful article in Hand/Eye Magazine: 'Slow Cloth' Elaine Lipson is a writer, editor, author, communications and content specialist, artist, and the creator of the Slow Cloth concept and philosophy of textile art, craft, design, and culture. She's also written extensively on organic foods and related issues.