I love this time of year in the Northwest. I’m sitting in my studio, alternating weaving with working at the computer, listening to my favorite holiday music. Familiar traditional songs, and oddball songs I’ve just come across. – Like John Pardi’s Marry Christmas from the Keys. Not the place I’d want to be for the holidays – I’ll take grey days and rain — ( and maybe snow?) I love all the beautiful holiday lights, brightening our evenings and nights!
I’m so happy that TWG members will participate in the Arts at the Armory next week – hope the reception to handwoven and hand created textiles is well received! It is great exposure.
Don’t forget to bring donations for the warm clothing drive.
I’ve been side-tracked from my “donut shaped double weave” project (still working on it) and ended up excited about weaving a tied weave, where the initial plaited twill block becomes the ties, and the result is a double design – essentially a fractal. The drawback is that this is a two shuttle weave, so slow. I think it has taken about 5 solid hours to weave one towel. But they are so cool!
I will be on Zoom for our December gathering. Will miss you all and hope you enjoy the Holiday Potluck Lunch sharing, and the card exchange.
Warmest wishes for the Holiday Season!
~Mimi
Mimi Anderson, TWG President 24-25