Fiber Arts

11/16/25

silk organza, wool

2/19/25

cotton yarn, embroidery thread, sourced t-shirt

"Unite Now" is a phrase I first saw from posters made by SMFA students after the Kent State Shooting in 1970. While making this piece I considered what that phrase means in relation to collective action and what unification could mean or look like in reality. The design of the shirt intends to emulate shirts worn at protests or to display political opinions which are traditionally printed in ways that are fast and easy to replicate. This piece was designed using filet crochet and embroidery which are techniques that are time consuming and difficult to replicate and give the piece a bespoke appearance. These ideas are brought togther on the base of a sourced Ralph Lauren T-shirt, a brand known for its patriotism and role in the fast-fashion industry. 

Hand-knit oversized cardigan with collar, a ribbed hem, ribbed cuffs and a button closure. 

Blue/green earth tone color palette. 

Cardigan is made of alternating knit squares in five different knit patterns 

"Midnight Rain"

Hand-knit dark blue cropped sweater vest with light blue felting of a cloud on the front. 

Features 1x1 ribbing on the neckline, armholes, and bottom. 

Metallic silver heart charms applied below the cloud. 

Triangle top green crochet dress.

Dress made of light and dark green crocheted granny squares in alternating sizes with crochet cord as straps.