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Hand-Felted tRNA Canvas Art - Molecular Biology Fiber Art - Subatomic Stitch
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This item is made-to-order and will be posted to you by Subatomic Stitch within 3 days of receiving payment.
| Shipping destination | Cost | Additional items |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | £4.50 | |
| EU & Northern Ireland | Doesn't deliver here | |
| United States | Doesn't deliver here | |
| Rest of the World | Doesn't deliver here | |
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Full description
Bring the fascinating world of cellular genetics into your home with this original, handcrafted fiber art piece from Subatomic Stitch. Mounted on a clean white stretched artist canvas, this artwork renders the essential process of protein synthesis in rich, textured wool, felt, and intricate hand embroidery.
The Science Behind the Art:
This piece depicts tRNA (transfer RNA) in action. Styled in its iconic cloverleaf structure, the tRNA molecule acts as the cell's adapter-translating genetic code into life. The central structure features distinct hand-stitched stem-loops, while the red mesh sphere at the top represents the attached amino acid ready to build essential proteins inside the cell.
Craftsmanship & Details:
Technique: Wet felting, needle felting, blanket stitch edging, structural outline embroidery, and French-knot beadwork.
Materials: Natural wool felt, textured fiber mesh, metallic/cotton embroidery threads, and delicate bead accents mounted on a stretched white canvas.
Size: Stretched canvas measures approximately 20 cm by 25 cm central felt artwork measures approximately 12 cm by 18 cm.
Style: Warm, folksy, and tactile-blending traditional textile techniques with biological accuracy.
Display & Presentation:
Comes pre-mounted on a sturdy stretched canvas-ready to hang on a wall, lean on a bookshelf, or display on a small easel.
Signed and dated (Bain, Aug 2026) on the canvas front.
Perfect For:
A unique, thoughtful gift for geneticists, biochemists, science teachers, molecular biologists, PhD graduates, med students, or anyone fascinated by the hidden machinery of life.
What's Included:
Original mounted canvas artwork signed and dated by the artist.
An informational backing card explaining the biological story behind tRNA and protein translation.
Handmade slowly in the UK with care and curiosity.
Designed by Halina Bainbridge
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