Twilight

Twilight moves between two sides that feel distinct but still belong to the same conversation. On one side, there’s a grey and white floral pattern against an indigo-dyed ground. On the other, I used a large hand-sewn patch of that same floral fabric against cloth dyed with sumi ink. In the upper left corner, there’s also a small area of embroidered script that gives the piece an unexpected detail.

I made it from antique Japanese katazome fabric and backed it with canvas for reinforcement. It closes with a hidden zipper, which keeps the finish clean.

The pillow itself measures 23" × 11". I like the way the 26" × 14" down insert gives it a fuller shape.