I've been working on silk for scarves that will travel with me to Art Quilt Tahoe for next week. And I'm trying out my retractable clothesline that spans the full length of the studio space. The studio redo is on hold for a bit while I print, and I have to say, I'm loving printing in this space. Back later at renovating,
Pieces and Resistance
Contemporary Art Quilter Pat Pauly's random thoughts and excursions made public.
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
Tuesday Revisited
Can't figure why posting here escaped me on Tuesday, but it did. I went to a concert of members of the Golden Link, which consisted of two made-for-the-event bands, and a lovely special guest (pictured above). She was playing Dolly Parton, and her rendition of Jolene was perfect. A fun night for all.
Monday, October 26, 2026
Harvest Moon
Sunday, October 25, 2026
Washing Line
Anne Kelly's work depicts a form of washing line. Each piece is an existing clothing item that acts as the base for additional collage elements and stitches. Her native country is England, These intrigue me for the nature of the story line she often depicts.
Saturday, October 24, 2026
Mixed Messages
Teresa Bramlette Reeves used tried raffia on a raffia structure, reinforced it with matte medium and spray painted this work seen in the World of Threads exhibit. I was so intrigued at the simplicity, the technique, and the message. And it was titled "Mixed Messages" so go at it.
Friday, October 23, 2026
Salmon for Days at World of Threads
Meshell Melvin's work "Invocation to the Chinook of Chu Niikwan" is a stunning work that calls the Chinook salmon home to their place in the river. Made from silk and wire, and stretching out over two walls, this was part of the World of Threads Exposition in Oakville, Canada.
Thursday, October 22, 2026
Thread of Excellence
In the World of Threads Exhibition many work drew me in. Maininelkaos' work "Hello" has a thread line telling the story. Intricate, funny, and representational this fiber piece has all the draw one needs to stare and wonder about how and why she did what she did.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
World Of Threads
Judith Martin's 'Cloudy Day' is part of the World of Threads exhibition in Oakville, Canada. Visiting today I was thrilled to see her work. The detail pic has a closeup as well as a contribution from the brick wall!
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Holding On
Not sure how I used these drawing sticks. But they've come along to the new house and are happy on a shelf. They date from high school.
Monday, October 19, 2026
On the Hunt
I told Art Quilt Tahoe I'd bring a couple of works, this being one. "Ordered Chaos" is around here somewhere, but I can't seem to know where. Moving is an absolute upheaval. And I've only moved two miles from my other house. Imagine across states, gosh, that would do me in! Gotta find this.
Sunday, October 18, 2026
Time to Sign
I've sat down at my new kitchen table to add my signature to the work that will ship out this week to the Dairy Barn for the Quilt National 2027 exhibition. The first quilt I made was signed my last name and year, and I try to get all my works signed the same way -- embroidery floss camouflaged in the design.
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