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Elizabeth Howland
Color and texture are key elements in my "one of a kind"
work. The garments I design and hand make include
jackets, vests, sweater shawls and capes. I use existing
fabrics with my hand dyed silks to achieve the final
affect. I often create my own trims from my dyed fabrics
and yarns for embellishment.
My scarves are hand dyed with different types of silk.
The flat scarves are trimmed and beaded for extra
interest. The technique used for my "crinkle" scarves is
arashi shibori. This accomplishes a highly textured,
hand pleated scarf which is dyed in an array of vivid
colors.
Inspired by travel, nature and the fine arts, my aim is
to create clothing that is distinctive with a casual
flare. My scarves and garments can be dressed up or
dressed down depending on the occasion.
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