Stephanie Kwolek
Mary Tims
Oakton, Virginia, USA
Artist Statement
I’ve always loved anything to do with fabric and thread. And I am fascinated by how the world works. So this chance to combine my love of quilting with a world-changing invention was something I couldn’t pass up. I used both old-fashioned hand embroidery and computerized machine quilting to create this tribute to a woman whose work has made such a difference in so many lives. This piece shows a small but oh-so-important part of the results of her work and allows me to contribute to her memory.
Woman’s Groundbreaking Accomplishment
Stephanie Kwolek didn’t save a few lives as a doctor; she saved countless lives as a chemist.
Techniques
Machine quilting, hand embroidery, Intense pencils, Paintstiks, free-motion stitching.
Materials
Cotton fabric, wool batting, Kevlar fabric, assorted threads.