I had plans to complete a series of jackets for December but as my schedule has become filled with so many other things they'll be ready by February. I am excited about the way they are coming together-- changes in color, pattern and a nice drape.
But, there are scarves made of silks, some mohair, and most are soft cottons and tencels. Colors range from holiday reds and forest greens to deep blues, warm earthy browns and I have a few deep violet and softer wintry blues to go into the new year. New year already!
I have a new series of wraps that I wove on my 8-harness Gilmore loom-- more delicate fabric, not so thick, that has two alternating blocks that give it a change in pattern and creates a little pucker. In some I have woven a reverse twill that reminds me of ripples in a current- kind of like where a pebble falls in the water or when you put your finger in running water.
For 2010 I plan to use a lot more surface design on the fabrics and have a few juried exhibits to apply for. And it is grant time. I have a couple of textile projects to do with school groups and intend to work with a few adult groups too, as soon as I can get the schedule confirmed I'll post it here.
Happy Holidays!
