These knit canvases started as a means to explore free-form stitch manipulation using a knitting machine using upcycled canvases, fabrics and yarns. The forms and shapes are derived from Pacific Northwest landscapes such as tree bark and water patterns. Please contact me for commision work

Dripping.

2024. Silver painted canvas; cotton yarn with brass tacks.

12” x 9”

Triptych II.

2024. Commission work in custom colors. Cotton fleece with mercerized cotton yarns. Three panels 24” x 12”.

Tanya Knannlein textile design machine  knitting sweaters

Gutsy.

2020. Cotton fabric and wool yarn.

Mossy Bark.

2024. Linen fabric and acrylic yarn.

16” x 12”

Tanya Knannlein textile design machine  knitting sweaters
 
Tanya Knannlein textile design machine  knitting sweaters
Tanya Knannlein textile design machine  knitting sweaters
Tanya Knannlein textile design machine  knitting sweaters
Tanya Knannlein textile design machine  knitting sweaters
Tanya Knannlein textile design machine  knitting sweaters
Tanya Knannlein textile design machine  knitting sweaters