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Glam shots

This morning I pressed the hand painted silk scarves and the sample for the COE. (Realized after I’d put away the iron and ironing board that I haven’t yet pressed those cotton & linen towels. Next time.)

I tried a variety of locations and layouts to photograph things outside in the shady natural light. Mostly […]

Martha & me

I wasn’t lost in the process for the past week, but rather taking a mini-vacation, visiting a wonderful friend from high school who lives in West Virginia. No weaving, no gardening, no work. Lots of great food, wonderful conversation, and laughter. Back on the home front…

I remember many years ago when I saw Martha […]

Getting lost in the process

There have been several times lately when I’ve gotten lost in the process of making things. Spending hours doing things, mostly enjoying them.

First, I noted recently that Jack has been limping again. So I needed to take action. 1st was limiting the length of his walks even more. 2nd was calling the vet for […]

Some I love, some I hate

Among my indoor accomplishments yesterday I finished measuring all the yarn for CT & TS’s baby wraps. Isn’t this section to die for? I just love these colors, especially when they’re together.

I also took photos of the six finished scarves made from my painted warps. Once again I took well over 45 pictures […]

How to measure gradients

After a somewhat lengthy break, I’m working on my next baby wrap warp. This one is for CT and TS. Instead of taking still shots of my bouts, I thought I’d try a different route this time, showing what is involved in measuring a warp, especially the gradient section. I tried my hand at another […]