the nature of things
the kesa is progressing
the center three panels are stitched together
but – there is a hole in the kakishibu dyed linen
it is new fabric – not an old, worn recycled piece !*^^*!
so, this kesa is showing its true nature
a patch, before it is even finished
and then, after careful examination
another weak spot
this time a different patch
this is getting serious and I can’t dye more kakishibu until the sun shines brightly
I like how the stitches look on the back
the lining fabric has taken a week to get on the loom
difficulties there as well
fine yarns of various fibres, the handspun singles hemp is hairy and wanted to cling to other yarns
at last!
a very asymmetrical stripe pattern
but wait – do you see the pin, lower left?
a broken warp thread – already, that hemp singles!
at either end I’ve decided to weave a stripe border
it will finish up some of the warp yarns– more stash gone!
and I’ll weave with gentle thoughts and a happy heart.
This kesa is really turning out beautiful. I’ve had a inkling to sew one for a few years now, and I’m feeling the urge again. I’ve made a few rakusu, but a big kesa is quite a commitment. I think I’m ready.
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Kirstin – it is big! think one has to be prepared to make changes as it evolves and expect surprises along the way.
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it’s been that sort of week, even at the turn of the moon (or whatever it’s called). fraught here, too, but not with fiber folly. geesh!
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Velma – jeesh indeed. there were days when I thought I should just stay in bed and pull the quilt over my head. hope you are warm and healthy.
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Everything about your kesa is beautiful – the stitching, the weaving, the intention.
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thank you Heather – and I’m still learning new things!
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