Red Cedar
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Category: Textiles
Post #3177: Handmade life
I find when talking to non-meditators that I really can’t explain the appeal of a zen meditation retreat. They can be tedious, painful (emotionally and physically), and often cold (or too hot – really there’s no perfect temperature when you are sitting on the… Continue Reading “Post #3177: Handmade life”
Post #3161: More practice on the big loom
As much as I’ve written about my big loom, I’ve only warped it three times. The first time was a blanket experiment with free yarn when I still had the belt brake on the loom. The second time was an attempt at back to… Continue Reading “Post #3161: More practice on the big loom”
Post #3160: Another month, another mailing
Issue number 4 of Comfort for the Apocalypse, my monthly mailing, went out this morning and it featured this woven purse and an essay about connecting to our past and future through craft. Also, a fantastic rhubarb recipe. If you enjoy this blog, I… Continue Reading “Post #3160: Another month, another mailing”
Post #3159: Tie-ups and tackling the big loom
Last week was one of weaving and getting ready for weekend guests. Twenty-three for a sit-down dinner on Friday, and a couple of friends from the city until Sunday. You can see up above what I’ve been working on – it’s a sample of… Continue Reading “Post #3159: Tie-ups and tackling the big loom”
Post #3158: Making samples
(A photo of my latest make – a new shift dress for spring). I’ve always been averse to making samples on the loom. So much work to thread, wind-up and tie on the whole thing without having “something” to show for it at the… Continue Reading “Post #3158: Making samples”
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