.Smudges of Softness .
100% Habotai Silk
165 x 45cm
.hand stitched hem.
Varied shades of green and tones of gold from leaves of Plectranthus, Eucalyptus, Hydrangea leaves and blossoms blanketed in dirty grey purple coolness.
Made 10.03.20
Fresh, dried, whole, nibbled, wind damaged, broken, incomplete leaves are placed on a layer of silk. Rolled, bound tightly before heating to extract and coax the pigments and tannins from the foliage permanently on to the silk. Each scarf a wearable artwork made with nature. Leaves of each season reflecting and forever held in each scarf.
Smudges of Softness
Wear it gently. Wash only if you must. Do not dry clean. A gentle hand-wash in cold water with a drop of ph balanced organic shampoo. Air dry in the shade. Place a towel over your scarf before a cool ironing. Store in a hanging position. Keep out of direct sunlight. Wear with love.