The ‘Warm and cold cloths’ series is comprised of blankets and plaids (warm) as well as tablecloths and tea towels (cold). Merino wool was used for the warm cloths; linen for the cold. The initial tests involved experimenting with weave bindings and the combination of graphic patterns. These were judged to be too flat, so more depth was introduced in the woollen fabric. This is possible because in this thicker material, the warp thread (which is white) is ‘concealed’ within a double weave. For a linen cloth this is impossible, because it must be a single weave, given its use as a tea towel or tablecloth.
In response to the initial tests, the designer redrew the woven patterns in geometrical diagrams. These were converted into computer drawings that were transposed into fabric once again. The reason for doing this was that the pattern was still overly regimented and too monotonous.
