“Sashiko-Ori” with Beth Ross Johnson
Sashiko-Ori refers to the ways in which the stitched designs of Sashiko can be adapted to a loom woven structure. Most of the structures utilize a supplementary warp and/or weft and examples of this structure can be found in weaving traditions as diverse as Japan, Ancient Andean, and in western traditions. This talk will explore some of the basic structures and Beth’s research into of these textiles that have been collected into the book she has co-authored with Phyllis Miller.
Beth Ross Johnson is a weaver, teacher and workshop leader living in Black Mountain, North Carolina. She learned initially from students of Norman Kennedy, later studying with him for many workshops. She also wove tartan for Marjory Warren and keeps wool for blankets at the ready at all times. A lifelong fascination with Asian art led to an interest in Japanese textiles and she has had two extensive stays in Japan to study textiles there. She has an MFA in Textiles from Georgia State University and will soon publish a book “Sashiko-ori: Drafts and Design for Woven Sashiko”.
