Tuesday, October 20, 2015
Embroideries On Vibrant Cloth
Sunday, October 11, 2015
Autumn Gathering / A Batch Of Woolens
For Your Perusal:
Vintage Peruvian Manta Pillows / 20"x20" |
Cross-Body Bag (Mexico) / Baby Alpaca Poncho (Peru) |
Woven Alpaca Scarves and Throws / Soft-as-silk |
Handmade Gift Paper |
Medley of Goodies: Pom-Pom Garlands, Beeswax Candles, Temple Bells, Felted Wool, Shiny Ribbon, Colorful Textiles. |
Tuesday, September 8, 2015
Back To Earthen Delights
Hand-Dye / Silk & Silk-Cotton Wraps |
Gradation Studies |
All Natural Colors With Feathered Edges |
One-Of-A-Kind Art Piece / Approx. 16" x 48" |
3/8" Sturdy Saddle Blanket / 34" x 40" / Stitched Edge |
Labels:
Artisanal,
common thread,
Cotton,
Earthtones,
Fabrics,
four corners,
hand dyed,
Handwoven,
silk,
Textiles
Monday, August 17, 2015
Fresh from Peru / Heirloom Blankets & Floor Coverings
Common Thread has just received a dozen or so one-of-a-kind heirloom Peruvian mantas. Roughly 5x5--más o menos--these handloomed 100% wool and organically dyed weavings are suitable for floor coverings, as a rustic blanket--or decorative hanging. With little effort, they may be converted into a wearable, poncho.
Select from a variety of vibrantly hued stripes and woven brocade patterns.
62x62 Inches / Edges Are Blanket Stitched |
While They Last |
Folded / Red & White Brocade |
Thursday, July 16, 2015
Origin of the Bandanna & New Hand Prints on Cotton
Or, is it more commonly spelled, bandana?
Actually, there is a traditional tie-dye technique practiced in India and other regions of South Asia, known as Bandhani. Bandhani comes from the Sanskrit word banda, meaning to tie or hold.
Or, to bind.
There is also this possible historical and etymological connection:
Bandhani ---> Bandanna
While the neck-worn bandannas we are most familiar with are printed patterns on cotton, authentic bandhani is hand tied and dyed. The finished pieces are imbued with pointillist patterns composed of tiny geometries. Individual design elements may also "hold" a significance to it's maker--and the maker's lineage.
Larger than a simple neckerchief, the textiles shown here measure 24" x 78" when fully stretched. The pleated effect of the untied bandhanis results in a somewhat reduced scale, and a characteristic elasticity--or spring--is imparted to the textile. To maintain this pleated texture, dry clean--or otherwise avoid laundering.
Actually, there is a traditional tie-dye technique practiced in India and other regions of South Asia, known as Bandhani. Bandhani comes from the Sanskrit word banda, meaning to tie or hold.
Or, to bind.
There is also this possible historical and etymological connection:
Bandhani ---> Bandanna
While the neck-worn bandannas we are most familiar with are printed patterns on cotton, authentic bandhani is hand tied and dyed. The finished pieces are imbued with pointillist patterns composed of tiny geometries. Individual design elements may also "hold" a significance to it's maker--and the maker's lineage.
Larger than a simple neckerchief, the textiles shown here measure 24" x 78" when fully stretched. The pleated effect of the untied bandhanis results in a somewhat reduced scale, and a characteristic elasticity--or spring--is imparted to the textile. To maintain this pleated texture, dry clean--or otherwise avoid laundering.
Intricate Patterns on Tussar Silk and Satin Silk Weaves |
Excellent for horseback riding or chilling on the mountain & mesa Book Credit: Tie-Dyed Textiles of India: Tradition and Trade, 1991, Veronica Murphy, Rosemary Crill |
Dyed & Untied / Claim Your Bandanna |
Distinctive Sunburst Pattern |
New / Block-Printed Cotton Voile Fabrics / 44" Wide |
Monochrome batik on lightweight cotton |
All-over floral |
New patterns to choose from |
Labels:
bandana,
bandanna,
bandhani,
batik,
common thread,
Fabric,
Fabric Store,
Fabrics,
hand dyed,
kerchief,
New Mexico,
scarf,
silk,
Tablerunner,
Taos,
tie dye,
Voile
Tuesday, May 26, 2015
Billowing Bellwethers
Handwoven two-tone cotton solids & ikat stripes.
Many uses.
Enjoy the season.
Many uses.
Enjoy the season.
Handwoven / 18"x72" |
Más y Más |
Tuesday, May 12, 2015
Sparkling New Textiles
Momentitos.. |
New Items |
New Patterns in 48" Handwoven Cotton |
New Handwoven Table Covers & Runners / Juicy! |
Rosa Especial & Amarillo Suave / Electric Watermelon |
Knotted Fringe |
Feathery Light Cotton Scarves from Ethiopia |
Re: Arranged |
Thursday, March 19, 2015
Spring 2015 / New Colors and a New Look for Common Thread
Spring Salutations!
Fringed Cotton Tablecloth / 48"x108" / Guatemala |
Handloomed Table Runner / Seco Stripe / 18"x72" |
Celeste / 48"x108" / Handloomed in Guatemala |
Labels:
Artisan,
colors,
Cotton,
Fabric,
green,
Guatemala,
handloomed,
Handwoven,
Maya,
New Mexico,
Tablecloths,
Tablerunner,
Textiles