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Cushion covers
Yesterday I was making the two cushions covers for my final show. The first one took some time as I was working out measurements. The feather pads are 50 cm square, but the covers need to be a little smaller … Continue reading
An empty loom
Well, all the weaving for project 6 is finished and washed. I’ve currently got one throw and one length of cushion cover fabric on the clothes maiden in from of a heater trying to get them dry. The others I … Continue reading
It’s me not the loom
After my loom rant yesterday I feel I should clarify that it’s me that’s the problem not my loom. It’s a Glimakra Ideal, and it’s been ideal for me ever since I bought it. The problem is that now I’m … Continue reading
New loom more important than new kitchen!
I’m so envious of my friends who already have a dobby looms. I had a meltdown on Friday trying to sort out the tie-up of my countermarche. Eight shafts, eight treadles means 64 connections to make while lying on my … Continue reading
Dyeing Complete!
Over the weekend I’ve finally completed all the dyeing I need for my throws and cushion covers. At least I hope I have! I calculated the total length of warp yarn I’d need for both throws and cushions, and decided … Continue reading