by AnnJohnston | Sep 23, 2026 | Announcements, Exhibits, Featured, Group Exhibits
NWDCWave 14 and 3 more of Ann’s quilts will be at the Textile Hang in Portland, OR Opening: October 8 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm at Living Room Wines4818 N Lombard St, Portland, OR 97203Hosted by organizers, Northwest Designer Craftartists, Textile Hive, and...
by AnnJohnston | Sep 5, 2026 | Exhibits, Featured, Group Exhibits
Sunset 19-Floating in SAQA Global Exhibit Sensational! was selectedd by Alana Blumenthal to be part of an exhibition that that invites viewers to experience textile art through sight, sound, and touch. Artworks feature interactive, touchable, or sound-based elements...
by AnnJohnston | Jul 18, 2026 | Announcements, Featured, Resources
Create color blends, Part 2 FREE Video It’s still about pouring dye, but on flat fabric with the goal of soft edges between the colors or a very smooth gradation from one value to another or from one color to another. You will see Ann’s demos on cotton...
by AnnJohnston | Jul 18, 2026 | Announcements, Featured, Resources
Updated 2026 Potato Dextrin Recipe Potato Dextrin, spread thickly on the fabric, cracks as it dries. While damp, it can be scraped away in patterns. There are many grades of corn and potato dextrin, changing constantly, so the recipes we use in the studio need to...
by AnnJohnston | May 2, 2026 | Announcements, Featured, Resources
Trailer and More info Dyeing Fabric in Small Spaces Do you want to dye fabric, but worry about where? Whether you are just starting or moving to a smaller place, I show some simple solutions for both low-water immersion and surface design with dye in a variety of...
