The Living Canvas
My Creations
My Creations
Here at The Living Canvas I offer sun dyed and spray dyed silk scarves, clothing, and accessories. Each item is handmade to be one-of-a-kind so you can be sure about the quality and uniqueness of my work. I also offer custom commissioned pieces. Browse this page to see what products I have in stock today!
This one of a kind scarf is 100% silk and has been sun dyed using exclusively China Berry and Mung Beans. It is approximately 8 inches by 72 inches in size and done with delicate shades of blue and green dyed into the silk. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
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This one of a kind scarf is a mixture of silk and rayon that has been spray dyed in my studio over a 48 hour period. It is approximately 14 inches by 72 inches in size and has a beautiful wispy leaf print woven into the silk. Although my monitor shows more of a green with blue colouring, the scarf is actually yellow and blue. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
This one of a kind shawl is 100% silk and has been sun dyed using China Berry, Bamboo, Cape Honeysuckle, Virginia Creeper and Male Fern . It is approximately 44x44x62 inches in size and dyed with delicate shades of pink and plum. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this shawl will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
This one of a kind shawl is 100% silk and has been sun dyed using Bamboo, Silk tree, Bitter melon, Silky oak and Castor bean . It is approximately 44x44x62 inches in size and dyed with deep shades of purple, plum and navy. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this shawl will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
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This one of a kind scarf is a mixture of silk and rayon that has been spray dyed in my studio over a 48 hour period. It is approximately 14 inches by 72 inches in size and has a beautiful geo square print woven into the silk. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
This one of a kind scarf is 100% silk and has been sun dyed using raspberry leaves, native ferns, Virginia creeper, cedar and other assorted botanicals. It is approximately 8 inches by 72 inches in size and has rich deep shades of blue, green, purple and reds dyed into the silk. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
This one of a kind scarf is a mixture of silk and rayon that has been spray dyed in my studio over a 48 hour period. It is approximately 14 inches by 72 inches in size and has a beautiful bamboo print woven into the silk. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
Sun Dyed Scarves
Sun Dyed Scarves
Sun Dyeing, also known as heliographic printing, requires perfect weather conditions for success. I start by gathering leaves and flowers from my garden right before I go to work. The silk or cotton piece is then laid out in the sun and dyes are rapidly applied, to create an artistic blend of colours. The plants from earlier are then laid over the fresh dyes and completely dried in the sun. The botanicals create a mask pattern, where the dyes beneath cannot be activated by the UV rays of the sun, and thus do not fluoresce. This requires a perfectly cloudless day with no breeze, so you can imagine how few days these pieces can be produced here in Ontario! After drying, the scarves are washed and heat set to create a permanent product which may be washed without fear of shrinking or fading. Period.
Ice & Spray Dyed Scarves
Ice & Spray Dyed Scarves
A deep understanding of colour theory is needed to produce beautiful, one of a kind spray/ice dyed scarves. The fabric is prepared using chemicals to open up the fibres and allow deep penetration of the dyes. Then specific colours are misted onto the fabric in various patterns. This ​technique requires multi layers of dye using different colours and manipulating them together with gloved hands; colours begin to migrate together and overlap creating new colours. This technique is done over a 48 hours period. The finished art is then chemically set, washed and ironed for a permanent one of a kind scarf that will never shrink or fade.
My Inventory
My Inventory
This one of a kind scarf is a mixture of silk and rayon that has been spray dyed in my studio over a 48 hour period. It is approximately 14 inches by 72 inches in size and has a beautiful bamboo pattern woven into the silk. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
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This one of a kind scarf is a mixture of silk and rayon that has been spray dyed in my studio over a 48 hour period. It is approximately 14 inches by 72 inches in size and has a beautiful animal print pattern woven into the silk. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
This one of a kind scarf is a mixture of silk and rayon that has been spray dyed in my studio over a 48 hour period. It is approximately 14 inches by 72 inches in size and has a beautiful tree branch pattern woven into the silk. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
This one of a kind scarf is a mixture of silk and rayon that has been spray dyed in my studio over a 48 hour period. It is approximately 14 inches by 72 inches in size and has a beautiful, wispy leaves print woven into the silk. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
This one of a kind scarf is 100% silk and has been sun dyed using cannabis leave and mung beans. It is approximately 8 inches by 72 inches in size and has rich deep shades of blue, green, purple and reds dyed into the silk. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
This one of a kind scarf is a mixture of silk and rayon that has been spray dyed in my studio over a 48 hour period. It is approximately 14 inches by 72 inches in size and has a beautiful animal print woven into the silk. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
This one of a kind scarf is 100% silk and has been sun dyed using black cohosh, maple leaves, native ferns and other assorted botanicals. It is approximately 8 inches by 72 inches in size and has rich deep shades of pink and fuchsia dyed into the silk. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
This one of a kind scarf is a mixture of silk and rayon that has been spray dyed in my studio over a 48 hour period. It is approximately 14 inches by 72 inches in size and has a beautiful animal print woven into the silk. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
This one of a kind scarf is 100% silk and has been sun dyed using cedar and beech nuts. It is approximately 8 inches by 72 inches in size and has rich shades of tan, black and chocolate dyed into the silk. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
This one of a kind scarf is 100% silk and has been sun dyed using cannabis leaves. It is approximately 8 inches by 72 inches in size and has rich deep shades of navy, indigo and forest dyed into the silk. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
This one of a kind scarf is a mixture of silk and rayon that has been spray dyed in my studio over a 48 hour period. It is approximately 14 inches by 72 inches in size and has a beautiful bamboo print woven into the silk. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
This one of a kind scarf is a mixture of silk and rayon that has been spray dyed in my studio over a 48 hour period. It is approximately 14 inches by 72 inches in size and has a lovely geo print woven into the silk. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
This one of a kind scarf is 100% silk and has been sun dyed using sumac, raspberry leaves, ash pods and other assorted botanicals. It is approximately 8 inches by 72 inches in size and has rich deep red dyed into the silk. Very symbolic of Canada. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
This one of a kind scarf is a mixture of silk and rayon that has been spray dyed in my studio over a 48 hour period. It is approximately 14 inches by 72 inches in size and has a beautiful chrysanthemum print woven into the silk. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
This one of a kind scarf is a mixture of silk and rayon that has been spray dyed in my studio over a 48 hour period. It is approximately 14 inches by 72 inches in size and has a beautiful tree branch print woven into the silk. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
This one of a kind scarf is 100% silk and has been sun dyed using sumac, geranium, native ferns and other assorted botanicals. It is approximately 8 inches by 60 inches in size and is dyed in shades of lime, olive and a hint of blue into the silk. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
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This one of a kind scarf is 100% silk and has been sun dyed a unique dyers salt to give it a crackled pattern. It is approximately 8 inches by 72 inches in size and has rich deep shades of royal, purple and indigo dyed into the silk. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
This one of a kind scarf is a mixture of silk and rayon that has been spray dyed in my studio over a 48 hour period. It is approximately 14 inches by 72 inches in size and has a beautiful chrysanthemum print woven into the silk. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
This one of a kind scarf is 100% silk and has been sun dyed using Bleeding Heart, Mung beans, Native ferns and other assorted botanicals. It is approximately 8 inches by 72 inches in size and is dyed in shades of lime green, navy and forest green. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
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This one of a kind scarf is 100% silk and has been sun dyed using Virginia Creeper, Native Ferns, Money Plant and other assorted botanicals. It is approximately 8 inches by 72 inches in size and has rich deep shades of royal, turquoise and indigo dyed into the silk. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
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This one of a kind scarf is a mixture of silk and rayon that has been spray dyed in my studio over a 48 hour period. It is approximately 14 inches by 72 inches in size and has a beautiful leaf print woven into the silk. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
This one of a kind scarf is 100% silk and has been sun dyed using cedar and beech nuts. It is approximately 8 inches by 60 inches in size and is dyed in shades of gold, orange and plum. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
This one of a kind scarf is a mixture of silk and rayon that has been spray dyed in my studio over a 48 hour period. It is approximately 14 inches by 72 inches in size and has a beautiful branch design woven into the silk. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
This one of a kind scarf is a mixture of silk and rayon that has been spray dyed in my studio over a 48 hour period. It is approximately 14 inches by 72 inches in size and has a beautiful cube print woven into the silk. The colours are steel blue and olive green. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
This one of a kind scarf is a mixture of silk and rayon that has been spray dyed in my studio over a 48 hour period. The colours are burgundy, deep plum and grape. It is approximately 14 inches by 72 inches in size and has a beautiful print of tree branches woven into the silk. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
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This one of a kind scarf is a mixture of silk and rayon that has been spray dyed in my studio over a 48 hour period. It is approximately 14 inches by 72 inches in size and has a beautiful bamboo print woven into the silk. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
This one of a kind scarf is a mixture of silk and rayon that has been spray dyed in my studio over a 48 hour period. It is approximately 14 inches by 72 inches in size and has a beautiful wispy leaf print woven into the silk. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
This one of a kind scarf is a mixture of silk and rayon that has been spray dyed in my studio over a 48 hour period. It has just about every colour on the wheel showcased in this scarf and is approximately 14 inches by 72 inches in size. It has a beautiful print of sun flowers woven into the silk. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
This one of a kind scarf is a mixture of silk and rayon that has been spray dyed in my studio over a 48 hour period. It is approximately 14 inches by 72 inches in size and has a beautiful print of fallen leaves woven into the silk. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
This one of a kind scarf is a mixture of silk and rayon that has been spray dyed in my studio over a 48 hour period. It is approximately 14 inches by 72 inches in size and has a twig print woven into the silk. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
This one of a kind scarf is a mixture of silk and rayon that has been spray dyed in my studio over a 48 hour period. It has been dyed with turquoise, indigo and a hint of black and is approximately 14 inches by 72 inches in size. It has a beautiful print of tree branches woven into the silk. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
This one of a kind scarf is 100% silk and has been sun dyed using dyers salt to give it a crackled pattern. It is approximately 8 inches by 72 inches in size and has rich deep shades of black, gold and tan dyed into the silk. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
This one of a kind scarf is a mixture of silk and rayon that has been spray dyed in my studio over a 48 hour period. It is approximately 14 inches by 72 inches in size and has a chrysanthemum patern woven into the silk. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
This one of a kind scarf is a mixture of silk and rayon that has been spray dyed in my studio over a 48 hour period. It has been dyed with turquoise, indigo and midnight blue and is approximately 14 inches by 72 inches in size. It has a beautiful print of bamboo woven into the silk. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
This one of a kind scarf is 100% silk and has been sun dyed using black cohosh, cedar, ferns and other assorted botanicals. It is approximately 8 inches by 72 inches in size and has rich deep shades of purple, forest green and mauve dyed into the silk. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
This one of a kind scarf is a mixture of silk and rayon that has been spray dyed in my studio over a 48 hour period. It is approximately 14 inches by 72 inches in size and has a water droplet/wave pattern woven into the silk. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
This one of a kind scarf is a mixture of silk and rayon that has been spray dyed in my studio over a 48 hour period. It has been dyed with turquoise, olive and custom green and is approximately 14 inches by 72 inches in size. It has a beautiful print of ripples woven into the silk to give it even more of a water look. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time.
Tax : 13%
This one of a kind scarf is 100% silk and has been sun dyed using dyer's salt and UV rays. It is approximately 8 inches by 72 inches in size and has rich deep shades of purple, grey and metallic dyed into the silk. It is durable, washable and can be ironed using a hot steam iron if it becomes necessary. The dyes are completely permanent; this scarf will not shrink, fade or lose its beauty over time. The metallic dyes are beautiful however they give the silk some serious stiffness! Rest assured, the more you wear the scarf the softer and more pliable it will become.
Tax : 13%