Serene is one of a series of pillows using piecing and complex cloth techniques. Techniques used include hand dyeing, diffusion painting, dye discharge, dye painting and shibori. The images are etchings from children's magazines from the 1880's that I have transfered onto the fabric and the larger words are hand stamped using an antique sign maker's kit. The colors are vibrant, complex and have depth which is difficult to see on the scan. I use is a top quality cotton sateen which has a luxurious texture and sheen. The back has an envelop opening which make removal for washing easy. Care: Wash on gentle cycle. The Heron in this illustration IS so serene.