An illustration about picking a backdrop wisely
My model was kind enough to do the two separate photo sessions, for this material.
My model was kind enough to do the two separate photo sessions, for this material.
As 99.99% of my wraps fly to Europe, I did not see them in action in real life. But then last Saturday happened. And I met with a group of very knowledgeable and passionate mamas, who were willing to bring out their stash of wraps and teach newly joined enthusiasts. And I am telling you, … More Meeting with Nova Scotia baby wearing group
The first time I experienced a writer’s block is when, during business writing course, I was asked to write an essay about my experiences and tactics to deal with a writer’s block. I was first surprised about my sudden and totally new inability to write, then I become furious, running around my laptop, raising my … More Writer’s block and weaver’s slump
Lindavia, my first hand-painted warp project, for a very special friend. Snow-dyed cottohemp warp, going from intense red and burgundy to gentle pink. Crackle weave, mercerized cotton. This beauty is listed in my Etsy shop: link.
White bamboo weft (it is handy to have a stock of weaving yarn in quantities suitable for a medium-size shop, because I can grab and try weft ideas with no delay), and kinda zigzag-ish weave pattern. Listed on Etsy: link.
I remember my first weaving lesson like it was yesterday. I came to a weaving studio early, walked into a large, cavernous room full of mysterious equipment, and realized that I know nothing about what will happen next. Other newbies entered the room, and we just stood there, after brief shy introductions, not knowing what … More Winging it!
When I was in Japan, I stood out: blonde, loud, not Asian. I was drawing in the stares like nobody’s business. However, when I got a cold and decided to don a medical mask to keep my germs to myself, I blended in. No more stares and side glances. In Canada I don’t really stand … More A case of the cultural differences