https://vimeo.com/1167499924?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci Music credit: ‘Rise’ by Natalie Duque Back to the Joy of Making It feels wonderful to be getting back into the rhythm of making again. Even though I haven’t been sharing much about my projects during the latter part of 2025 and the start of 2026, I’ve still been busy creating. Life gets hectic …
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https://vimeo.com/1102615958?fl=pl&fe=sh Back in June, I made the long trek—nearly an hour and a half—to Camilla Valley Farms, a local weaving supply store. Every trip there feels like a mini pilgrimage, so I always go with a well-thought-out plan of which yarns I need to stock up on. When it comes to weaving, choosing the right …
https://vimeo.com/manage/videos/1079492609 Finally, Floor Loom is refurbished and put back together! It has been little over a year since I picked up this 1980s 45 inch Leclerc Fanny Floor Loom and brought it home to live with me. The previous owner was not using it any longer for health reasons and generously decided to give it …
https://vimeo.com/1061334627?share=copy#t=0 The start of 2025 has been a busy one as I work to catch up on some of the projects I started last year—projects I had optimistically hoped to finish before the year ended. The biggest and most important of them all? Refurbishing the floor loom I acquired early last year. The Restoration Process …
https://vimeo.com/1036492456 If you’ve ever worked with handspun yarn—or are thinking about it—you’ve probably wondered: Is there a plan for what this fluff will become? The truth? Sometimes yes, but often no. For me, spinning yarn is more about the process than the product. The rhythmic hum of the spinning wheel, the tactile pleasure of the …
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https://vimeo.com/1022619329 Music: Happiest Year by Jaymes Young Earlier this year, I had an incredible opportunity to tour my local fiber mill, Wool 4 Ewe, when I dropped off my raw sheep fleece to be processed. This was my first time visiting a mill and seeing the steps involved in transforming raw fleece. Historically, I’ve always …
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https://vimeo.com/1004698281?share=copy Where do I begin? How did I end up with this loom? I wasn’t searching for a floor loom since I already have a 1920s 36-inch Leclerc Mira that works well for me. But when I found out that a 45-inch Leclerc Fanny was available for free, I couldn’t resist. I saw pictures of …
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https://vimeo.com/940896192?share=copy I came across an old weaving pattern from the January/February 1994 Handwoven Magazine called “Winter Lichen Towels” by Jean Scorge. It featured two main aspects I wanted for my new project: 1) the twill color weave technique, and 2) a geometric/block design. These were not my usual preferences, but I was eager for a …
https://vimeo.com/235215203 After the holidays, with a tight budget, I’m exploring creative ways to utilize the scraps of materials I’ve gathered over the years. Admittedly, I find it challenging to part with things, always believing I’ll find a future use for them. Whether that labels me a packrat or a hoarder, I’ll leave that question unanswered! …
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https://vimeo.com/906127457?share=copy Happy New Year, fellow makers! I hope you had a wonderful holiday season. Reflecting on 2023, I achieved many crafting goals, reconnecting with weaving and rug hooking. With the start of a new year, it’s time for fresh beginnings. I feel inspired to set new crafting goals and face new challenges in 2024. While …