I had intended to make some Tyvek bark today but decided to do painted Mulberry bark instead. The Tyvek will have wait until later. The first piece is lined with paper and left to dry so that it’s “rounded”.
Painted Mulberry bark
This is what will be used as the base for my Winter sample when I get around to pulling it all together.
Winter themed bark and leaves
Finally a layered piece with Tyvek lichen…..
Layered Mulberry bark with Tyvek lichen
These will all be given Forest Floor backgrounds and have stitching added before being mounted onto board or canvas so will post updates as and when they’re finished.
Lincs In Stitches 
Fabulous textures!
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Thanks Alex. Have you tried using Mulberry bark? I got carried away and placed a big order this week so will be looking at more ways to use it up.
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Not yet, but I am sorely tempted!!
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These are really cool Karen. Love all of them. I’m looking forward to seeing the finished winter piece.
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Thanks Ruth. I think it will have some wet Felted fibres in there too.
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Wow, beautiful. When do you have time to create such inspiring pieces.
For years I’ve had some mulberry bark sitting in the cupboard….this could be it’s point of emergence!
Have you tried painted puff paint to create textural bark effects?
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I haven’t used puff paint yet but got Xpandaprint so can give that a try, thanks for the tip Antje. A friend recently gave me this Mulberry bark as she’d bought it and didn’t know what to do with it either. I’ve ordered more now as it creates wonderful texture and lends its self to “nature” inspired designs. Soak it before using as you can then tease out the fibres and it will go a long way……have fun!
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I’ve used Kozo to make paper, never connected it to mulberry. Thanks for the link. Her work is wonderful.
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All wonderful Karen! I’ve used mulberry paper but have never heard of bark. It is stunning. I can’t wait to see the finished pieces.
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It’s also known as Kozo fibre or Kozo bark Marilyn and it’s the fibre used for papermaking. I haven’t found many textile artists using it apart from Lesley Richmond and her work is incredible! http://www.lesleyrichmond.com
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Lovely, lovely! The Winter sample pieces look like it will be a stunner!
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Thanks Tracey. I’ve not used Mulberry bark before but I’ve got a few projects in mind for it now.
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