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The design of each doily is based on the structure of a different virus. I begin with a digital image of the virus, which I then base a design on in a graphics editor. The design is then imported into computerized embroidery software and the stitches are laid out and manipulated. Finally, the designs are output from a computerized sewing machine.

Laura Splan is a New York based mixed media artist. Doilies were created in 2004. The design of the doily above was derived from an image of the influenza virus. This winter, Splan will be participating in the group exhibition Pricked: Extreme Embroidery at the Museum of Arts & Design opening November 8, 2007.