Prickly Sow Thistle

I am frequently drawn to take a closer look at plants that are classified as common weeds. Prickly Sow Thistle is indeed quite prickly, but it is also a colonizer on disturbed ground, helping to prevent soil runoff, and the seeds are a favorite of finches.

Cyanotypes on cotton, heliographic print on cotton, artist-painted and commercial fabric, machine stitching.

Size: 43"h x 50"w

For Sale: $4,400


Exhibit History:

"Flora and Fauna", solo show, 2010, PA Arts Experience Gallery, Lancaster, PA

International Quilt Festival/Houston, 2009, Houston, TX

International Quilt Festival/Long Beach, 2009 Long Beach, CA

Celebrate Spring, International Quilt Festival/Chicago, 2009, Rosemont,  IL

Pacific International Quilt Festival,  2008, Santa Clara, CA

Pennsylvania National Quilt Extravaganza, 2007, Harrisburg PA
       special exhibit "River Visions"


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