by Heather Luke | Jun 25, 2015
A hairstyle that consists of a large, soft knot at the back or top of the head. I’ve used the term for similar looking, full, silky knots on the front of cushions, or pelmets….
by Heather Luke | Jun 25, 2015
A transparent and sheer fabric made with twisted yarns, it is very strong despite its translucent appearance. The first word that comes to mind is diaphanous, and it reminds me of the sheer, floral printed tea dresses of the 1920’s–full skirted or...
by Heather Luke | Jun 25, 2015
An artist’s term for the distribution of light and shade in a painting, also the term for a monochromatic work, such as grisellie and cir age.
by Heather Luke | Jun 25, 2015
A ‘V’ shape. A broken twill weave produces a chevron effect, creating V shapes across the width of the fabric. ...
by Heather Luke | Jun 25, 2015
A white-faced black sheep, from the Cheviot hills between England and Scotland, giving a rough wool fleece. Cloth woven or knitted from Cheviot yarn is rustic in appearance, uneven in texture and comfortable rather than elegant. Good for blankets and loose fitting...
