"As a fiber artisan, I paint on stretched mercerized combed cotton or cotton poplin. I use Versatex and Lumiere fabric paint and permanent fabric markers to create my contemporary designs. As these particular paints are acrylic based, the process of painting is very fast-paced and must be completed in thin layers to achieve certain visual effects. After the design is completed, a backing for the pillow form is also rendered in complementary colors. The stapled fabric is removed from the stretchers and is heat-set with an iron and pre-washed to insure color permanency. The painted fabric is sewn into a pillow form, stuffed with anti-bacterial polyester fiber, and the hole is hand-sewn shut. The finished hand-painted pillow is very soft and comfortable and not a bit stiff. Each piece is scotch-guarded but may be handwashed in cold water in a deep sink or bathtub. Excess water should be squeezed out between layers of towels and the pillow may be allowed to air dry to retain its original shape."

Robert E. Moler

You can contact Robert at: 607 Seminole Trail, Danville, KY 40422. Phone at: 606-236-8018.