moving on
this is the last Boulevard sample
but not the end of the weave structure
it has great possibilities
the colours are reversed on the two sides
(and are very difficult to photograph)
turning the draft and using 9 shafts/harnesses
plus two for plain weave stripes
created three pattern blocks to play with
it becomes a one shuttle weave – so the weaving goes quickly
perhaps too quickly – because once again I’m asking “what’s next”?
separating the coloured warp threads makes a nice twisted fringe
still struggling with “weaver’s block”
this little book is full of good advice – if you can get past the cover
click to enlarge and read the quote on the right
so far I’ve resisted embroidering pot holders
maybe later!
meanwhile, I’ve been going through years of old binders full of design ideas, drawdowns and workshop samples
some of those old ideas are still relevant and a few went into the recycle bin
still working with yarns from the stash
it is getting smaller – not a good selection of blues left
which makes the challenge even more challenging
oh well, off to wash the kitchen floor.
Weaving ennui, to the point that washing the floor seems preferable? EEK! It’s funny to be at the other end of the weaver’s life experience–so many ideas, so many avenues to explore, and I’m just as frustrated, in my own way!
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Kerry – focusing on one interest for 40 years and continuing to be inspired and passionate requires dedication and hard work. Inspiration strikes when most unexpected – even while washing the kitchen floor!
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So funny to think of weaving that goes too quickly, but I know what you mean.
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Alice – so much time goes into the thinking, design and prep and then with a one shuttle weave it is over too quickly. I know it sounds ridiculous.
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