Giving Textiles a Second Chance

Recycling is reaching higher levels at the Arts Exchange's exhibition "Hanging by a Thread." The 51 works by 16 artists use recycled or reused textiles and household items. According to the article on the show in Sunday's New York Times, works include standing vessels woven from the plastic bags that newspapers are delivered in and a sculpture made from used pantyhose. Five of the participating artists—including Leslie Pelino, Leni Wiener (whose quilt made of throw-away fabric pieces is above), and Luis Perelman—will be on hand for the panel discussion tonight at 5:00. The show runs through May 2. The Arts Exchange
Image: Leni Wiener