Marking Time with Fabric and Thread

“This book is incredibly inspiriting. The art practices, and sentiments shared by the artists, are heartfelt and will convince anyone who reads them to consider launching a personal daily practice … and the value of a regular, contemplative practice can’t be underestimated.” – Jane Dunnewold, author, artist, and founder of the Creative Strength Training community”…an enchanting exploration of how fiber artists use their craft to commemorate the passage of time…The impressive variety of the pieces emphasizes the versatility of fabric arts…brims with creativity.” – Publishers Weekly“Uniquely combines practical advice with deep inspiration, offering a fresh approach to daily creativity. After reading it, I felt inspired to start my own daily practice. Tommye and the artists featured in the book continue to motivate me as I follow their ongoing explorations.” – Marcia Young, founder, Fiber Art Network“Creatively mark time while reflecting, processing, playing, or practicing. Ideas and inspiration inside!” – Suzi Gough, Executive Director, Southeast Fiber Arts Alliance“Delightfully shows how the largest projects begin with the smallest stitch. Whether you’re interested in fiber arts or another medium, this book serves as a good reminder that art making is a daily practice, full of challenges and surprises, with little successes that build up to something greater.” – Robert Alan Grand, writer; Carolinas Editor, Burnaway Magazine

Tommye McClure Scanlin weaves and educates. She is professor emerita, University of North Georgia, where she founded the weaving program in the 1970s. Her tapestries are widely exhibited and she maintains an active studio practice. Scanlin has been active in organizations including the American Tapestry Alliance, British Tapestry Group, and Handweavers Guild of America. She has served on the Board of Directors of John C. Campbell Folk School and of the Lillian E. Smith Center. Her other books include The Nature of Things: Essays of a Tapestry Weaver and Tapestry Design Basics and Beyond: Planning and Weaving with Confidence. She has created tapestry diaries as part of her daily practice since 2008.

Author and artist Sarah C. Swett shares stories from her life experiences through her tapestries, in her writings, and on social media.