pipe dreams

with a few simple tools,

a few guiding principles,

and her steadfast instruction, Joan Morris

brought the techniques of arashi shibori

[Japanese pole binding] to Long Ridge Farm,

coupled with

three unique indigo dye vats.

the work was so sweet.

poles were wrapped

manipulated and twisted

then dipped in indigo vats

as so desired.

and left to rest under an indigo moon

only to awaken to woad [isatis tinctoria] dips

individual natural indigo vat creations

all arriving at finished work:

tattersal

woodgrain

twisted on pole

woodgrain variation

time was spent drifting through

raindrops, study, laughter and accomplishment.
magnificent growth.

splendid results.