Design Competition
Author: Eulanda A. Sanders (Colorado State University)
The objective was to explore the visual imagery of the Aurora Borealis through the use of yarn, dyes, and beads. Recreating the colors of ionized nitrogen regions was the challenge. An empire waist tank dress with a bolero jacket was hand-knitted and hand sewn on size six needles from a rayon/cotton yarn. Dyes were sprayed on to create the effect of atmospheric gas glows in an Aurora Borealis. Pink, purple, and red beads were sewn to the garments to match the dyed patterns.
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How to Cite: Sanders, E. A. (1998) “Aurora Borealis”, International Textile and Apparel Association Annual Conference Proceedings. 1999(2).