from Susan Ball Faeder’s Studio
This was a year filled with major transitions. I ended my QE travel business and committed to making more art, culminating in a solo exhibit. Here are some photos from the opening day celebration.
100 Amulets on Okan Arts!
I was invited to do a guest blog on my 100 amulets for Patricia Belyea of Okan Arts – creative quilting + Japanese textiles. … More 100 Amulets on Okan Arts! »
Solo Exhibit
Susan’s solo exhibit, Japanese Sashiko Embroidery & Patchwork, debuted in Lewisburg, PA on Saturday, August 3. About 25 works will be on display from … More Solo Exhibit »
A 30-Year Journey
With Shizuko Kuroha in January 2019 at the Tokyo Dome Quilt Festival. She invited me to come to Japan and lecture back in 1988, … More A 30-Year Journey »
Indigo Dyeing Workshop
A tour member delights in the fabulous outcome from the indigo dyeing workshop featured on QE tours.
The Dome Quilt Show
A very happy moment for both Susan and Master Sensei Shizuko Kuroha at the Dome Quilt Show in Tokyo, celebrating a 30-year friendship through … More The Dome Quilt Show »
Red 1
“Red 1”: Susan’s original Japanese sashiko embroidery design (12” sq) for the exhibit titled RED produced by TSGNY.
Boro Shoes
Susan re-covered some old shoes for her son by hand using bits of Japanese indigo “boro” rags. Mom is hip to high fashion patchwork!