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My used tissue collection. embroidery on facial tissues. 2017-18

When modern disposable items meet their valued (and somewhat unsanitary)

counterparts, what kinds of questions arise? My used tissue collection is a 

collection of 22 embroidered facial tissues. Each tissue is embellished with

a different flower, reminiscent of handkerchief culture.

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The view from here is great. sewing and embroidery on facial tissue on a punch needle rug. 2018

Made for the LEG Gallery

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A Dance with Death. stop motion animation with sewn and embroidered facial tissue. 2018

Made in collaboration with Shonah Affleck

Comfort Zones. embroidery on canvas. 2017

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