I really finished this last weekend, and I was going to wait until I had it mounted and framed, or whatever display I decide on, but I couldn’t make up my mind about whether to back it in black or not, so I decided to go ahead and post it.
Originally I was planning to name this “Lake Effects” but since it changed into a mystery place as I wove it I am renaming it after a comment my friend made: “A Place You’ve Never Been.”
99% naturally dyed silk threads for the weft and cotton seine twine for the warp. 4.75 x 6.75 inches.
What do you think? Should I use this black background and frame it? Or should I mount it to a cloth covered board with a lighter, neutral (beige or cream) color? (I can already see a cat hair, so I’ll have to re-photograph it!)
When I cut this tapestry off the loom, I also cut off a sweet little painted silk weft weaving that I began at Pam Patrie’s cabin long ago. I don’t think it can technically be called a tapestry since the weft is woven all the way across, but some people call any art fabric a tapestry. I’m a bit more picky in my labeling. I have no idea what I will name it, but it is inspired by the beach near Cannon Beach, Oregon.
slowly she turned 
Hi Laurie,
I suggest taking it with you to where you buy frames and testing the look in assorted frames. The black background looks a bit harsh to me. Try something neutral or maybe a soft light blue. I’m always surprised at what I decide to use for presentation after taking a small tapestry to a place with frames. Rarely use what I thought I would use. It’s a beautiful piece!
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Thank you for this feedback! I think you are right about the harshness. I guess that was what bothered me.
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I agree with Terri, black doesn’t do your piece any favours. Maybe try something saturated yellow/orange pumpkin flesh background maybe with a simple white frame. If the colors are true on my screen that might make the whole piece pop.
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Hey, thanks!
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