time – and the weather
May’s backstrap challenge is finished – it was lovely to weave outside
there was more take-up than planned, finished length is only 53.5 cm. or 21 inches
and it took how long to weave?! – but the edges are good
it would have been easier and much quicker on a band /inkle loom or even the floor loom
but it is learning something new that counts – right?
then there is the Muga silk – 105 grams or 3.5 oz.
what a relief to finish – I thought I was developing arthritis in my right shoulder
within 24 hours of finishing the pain was gone – a warning!
the boro kimono is progressing slowly
it is challenging to weave rags
while weaving I’m thinking about what’s next
love the classical elegance of my Mother’s Day calla lily – maybe?
the garden has been calling – an unusual Spring, it seems like everything is blooming at once
irises are some of my favorite
they remind of of the acres of iris gardens in Japan
nature’s patterns are incredible
and the rhododendrons are shouting “look at me”
old bushes are over 7 feet high
look carefully at the patterns on individual blossoms
every year I wait for this azalea to bloom, aptly named Mount St. Helens
nature’s creations are so spectacular it is difficult to attempt my own designs
I’m going to sit in the sun and bask in the beauty
Thanks for sharing your projects and lovely garden photos with us. It’s always fun to see both, and be inspired.
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Judy – thanks for visiting and leaving a comment, that’s what makes blogging worthwhile.
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I do think learning something new is what really motivates you! And you have really stuck with the backstop weaving–and it’s paying off. I’m still waiting for my irises and most of the rest of the flowers but bloom they will.
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Kerry – I love this time of year, each new flowering is a new discovery – I learn something new in the garden every day. The seasons here on the “wet coast” are much milder than yours
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You have so much patience! Enjoy the flowers and the sun – they make such a difference.
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Going Batty – sorry, I don’t know your name! The flowers seem to be grand this year and the sun is always welcome.
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The boro style kimono is stunning. I love all your gorgeous flowers, such intense colours!
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Nanette – thank you. I love the flowers too, this year they are splendid.
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Sitting and basking sounds appropriate. You’ll absorb some of Nature’s creativity by osmosis. That calla is sensational. I’d love to see an interpretation of that.
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Kate – the calla is still in a pot, I keep moving it around trying to decide where to plant it,
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