Author Archives: Diane

It’s been a while since I’ve done any writing.  I guess you could call it a dry spell. That’s part of the beauty of building and maintaining your own website. You don’t have to do anything with it until you’re … Continue reading →

Autumn has made its appearance with a flourish of cooler weather, harvest décor in shops, and the expected array of warmer clothing in colors inspired by a forest floor.  I’ve bought the September issue of Vogue—the thickest and the most … Continue reading →

Over the summer I had gotten a few emails and ads about fun art projects.  Often the subject was about tye dye.  I started wondering if the same procedures could be applied to a silk scarf as opposed to a … Continue reading →

There are several types of silk from which to choose from when painting.  If you are just starting out, habotai also known as “China Silk” is probably your best bet as it is economical and has a decent smooth working … Continue reading →