Monday 24 April 2017

The colours of Spring are everywhere.....and clearly they must be influencing my dyeing sessions!   Although, to be honest, as I am sure some of you may be aware, I always tend to go for bright, happy colours.  Maybe one day I'll discipline myself to sober down a bit.....but aren't the flowers absolutely gorgeous?  I took these photos during this last week....and I guess they'll keep me going through next winter.  Talking about winter, the temperature is dropping today which is a  bit of a shock because we really have had some lovely warm weather recently.  As ever, I have been weaving and sent a scarf off across the Pond this week.  Also I have just started sewing up a jacket, and....started weaving another!! Keeps me happy and busy.  Having said that, Ive been a bit fed up this week as Ive had my third cold in as many months!  I couldn't
 believe it when I got yet another sore throat.  Ugh...but I am beginning to feel slightly more human again, and in the grand scheme of things, a cold isn't that bad ......have a good week everyone x



Saturday 15 April 2017

We had a great time at Disneyland and the weather was fabulous.  I enjoyed seeking out the beautiful spots.......the park itself is so attractive but my guess is, most people miss it!  Of course the rides and attractions are amazing but my favourite remains....Its A Small World.....so a few pics here!!   I could sit in that little boat cruising around the 'World"all day.  I did go on it three times (how sad is that!!) Anyway, we finally got home,  after having to sit and wait on the plane whilst they fixed a fault!!  Slightly nerve-wracking - but we made it. Its always good to get home, and today Ive been back at the loom and finished another scarf.  Ive also been working on the paperback edition of Fibrefrenzi Artweave.  I'm so excited to actually get my hands on it!   Spring is now well and truly here and it is a daily joy to be outside, hearing the birdsong and breathing in the sunlight.....have a good week everyone and Happy Easter x








Tuesday 4 April 2017

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Its been a glorious week with lots of warmth and sunshine....the weather is looking quite good for our trip to Eurodisney at the end of the week.  Some people think I' m a bit strange liking Disneyland - but I love the fun, magic and other worldliness of the Magic Kingdom....its so refreshing and great to see all the young ones enjoying themselves.  The food is always good too....and Im looking forward to our Buffalo Bill evening!!  Back to the present....well, I finished weaving the main body of the next coat and spent today jiggling things around, and then cutting it out.  I had about one centimetre to spare - I was so pleased to fit the main pieces on to my cloth.  I am limited to how much I can weave - my loom is 32" wide but there is considerable shrinkage after fulling.  As to the length - I am limited to the length of my bedroom ....because of my warping up method.  I suppose I could warp up in the garden !! Now I need to weave the sleeves (after another pre-ordered scarf).  In between my fibre pursuits I have had some lovely dog walks ...........Have a good week - Ill be back after Paris!