old clothing and linens found at thrift shops . In addition , she finds inspiration from leaves , twigs , berries , ferns , and grasses on her farm , in combination with the varied colors and textures of the fibers she uses . She showed me an album prepared as an assignment during a week-long residential workshop led by a renowned fiber artist , in which she gathered items from nature into beautiful complementary groupings that became the basis for more complex designs . Felting captures most of her attention now , as it allows her to meld and manipulate varied textures from wool to silk to cheesecloth with natural found objects , and embellish with embroidery threads or novelty yarns into a unique piece of art . “ A random piece of felt I made will inspire me in a way I can ’ t predict ; I choose a color theme and then just follow my instincts .”
Sungold Flower COMPANY
For Caitlin Robinson of Sungold Flower Company , the confluence of two compatible loves met at a natural crossroads . She was always drawn to the rich , earthy colors of flowers and vegetables she grew , and she loved quilting — making something beautiful and comforting , that tells a story and captures memories using fabric squirrelled away for years . She and her husband Tim had grown vegetables
Right : Cailtlin Robinson from Sungold
Flower Company is inspired by the vibrant colors from her farm . A pot of Scabiosa “ Black Night ” simmers in a dye bath in her kitchen . plenty I spring sowing 2024 11