Map lines, Longitude and Latitude
For most of my adult life I have been living in a location far from where I was born,
I have been fortunate to Migrate , annually, to visit family.
In designing, firstly, I used Fibonacci number ratios in a linear format and grid
The striped fabric I have been collecting for many years.
Although it was a tricky fabric to hold and stitch, fraying in my hands as I worked
Some squares are layered with fragments of Arabic letters and text, adding curved lines.
Some are hand dye printed with an Arabic geometric line design.
40” x 25”
100% cotton fabric and backing
Damascus striped cotton, Hand printed and Hand dyed cotton
Vilene Interfacing
Machine Stitched and Quilted
The way you have used the fabric for both the Arabic text and also as the background fabric in other squares creates an impression of layering that seems to invite the viewer to look through the text. I am sure, if I look closely enough, that I can see through the quilt to the destination beyond.
This is such an interesting piece. The arrangement looks familiar but yours fabric choices and the appliqued symbols make it intriguing and very different. Well done.
Fibonacci, as a weaver, I find it is the basis for success in the design/colour line up for my warp and weft. I have discovered here in your art, Janine, through a focus on Fibonacci the masterfully planned colour, line, your collection of beautiful Arabic prints and I so celebrate your art and focus on this first quilt with CIC.
Welcome to Cloth in Common, Janine! I like your combination of straight lines, curved letter forms, and occasional dots. Most of us can relate to having more than one home, and this design evokes that experience beautifully.
Janine, I have also worked with the Fibonacci Method. A very great source of inspiration. Translating the lines into Latitude and Longitude is very well thought out. this way we always inspire each other. That is the strength of our group, which you fit in very well.