©2009 Karen Logan
Loughton Festival, Essex 2007
My idea for the Wish Ribbon event came from the ancient British custom of tying wish-rags to the branches of particular trees in order to attract luck, love, healing and success. The participants could chose from six wishes each represented by a colour ribbon, everyday textiles were thus imbued with meaning and desires became visible and tangible. I am keen to take my Wish Ribbons to other towns and cities to collect data and record people desires.
White: a wish for a loved one no longer near you (many miles apart or who has passed away)
Yellow: a wish for change, to make a fresh start.
Orange: a wish for success in a new venture or direction.
Red: a wish for love.
Green: a wish for health for yourself or a loved one.
Blue: a wish for financial stability, increased wealth.
56 people made wishes in Loughton during the day, wishes for a loved one was the most popular choice.
White 13
Yellow 10
Orange 7
Red 7
Green 12
Blue 7
My idea for the Wish Ribbon event came from the ancient British custom of tying wish-rags to the branches of particular trees in order to attract luck, love, healing and success. The participants could chose from six wishes each represented by a colour ribbon, everyday textiles were thus imbued with meaning and desires became visible and tangible. I am keen to take my Wish Ribbons to other towns and cities to collect data and record people desires.
White: a wish for a loved one no longer near you (many miles apart or who has passed away)
Yellow: a wish for change, to make a fresh start.
Orange: a wish for success in a new venture or direction.
Red: a wish for love.
Green: a wish for health for yourself or a loved one.
Blue: a wish for financial stability, increased wealth.
56 people made wishes in Loughton during the day, wishes for a loved one was the most popular choice.
White 13
Yellow 10
Orange 7
Red 7
Green 12
Blue 7
