Winter Woolies
It’s that time of year again when I start to make Fair Isle shawls. They are made on my vintage Empisal knitting machine and each one takes two days – I select the colours (20-30 of them), wind them into… Read More »Winter Woolies
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And Here They Are…
I’m so please with the way these have turned out.
Using Up Colours
I love using up ends of colours and often do so with a Jigsaw design silk scarf.
Weaving Curves
Weaving curves with the ondulé or fan reed. I don’t use it very often as it is hard on my back.
Original Style Glasses Cases
These silk glasses cases have been very popular over the years and make wonderful gifts for family and friends
Shop Update
This video is an attempt to show you the irridescence in each of the scarves. (I say scarves, but they are 43cms wide and could also be worn as a shawl).
Azure
Why not treat yourself to a chic silk shawl or wide scarf that shimmers and catches the light with every graceful movement?
Glasses Cases
These glasses cases really are one of a kind, made from any leftover samples or warp. They are nearly all made from 100% pure silk. The original design is by MOMENTS by Liz and I love the funkiness of it. Just imagine having this in your handbag to protect your reading or sun glasses.
Designing…or trying to
Who knows how it will turn out, but I thought I’d give you an idea of the start and end points of one of my design. This process took place over three days. I started with an idea, changed the colours, changed the design, took time to think and reflect then finally..
Deflected Double Weave
Marian Stubenitsky has a lifetime of weaving behind her and a remarkable way of exploring and working with colour. I am an avid follower of her work and have all of her books in my weaving library.