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Weaving in three dimensions with Sarah Fortin in the October workshop.

To start a new weaving year off on the right foot many of the Richmond carpool people got together for a potluck dinner. Of course, the conversation quickly turned to the subject of weaving. How could it not? A loom sat among a roomful of passionate weavers. We all inquired of one another about what we had made over the holidays or what we were currently working on, and asked questions ranging in all areas of weaving. One topic I totally can relate to is that of making mistakes. Begrudgingly we all had to admit that it is almost impossible not to make something without a mistake.
Alas, some of us make bigger mistakes than others, but I will not linger on that point.

What I would like to emphasize is how much fun it is to be with others who enjoy a similar passion. While I love my other friends and family members, they quickly get a dazed expression on their faces when I start talking about weaving. They are happy for me that I like to do it and happy for themselves that they reap the benefits, but that’s where it pretty much ends. When socializing with other weavers we can analyze structures, compare yarns, and share techniques, while also eat yummy food. Oh what fun!

What was exceptionally nice to hear was that people thought our guild was inclusive and welcoming to new and experienced weavers. I believe that is very important. While we are living in tough times, I think we are fortunate to have a group of people who can get together and talk about making beautiful things, leaving the chaos of the world behind for just a few hours each month.

I’m looking forward to a new year and a new decade as a weaver and a member of the guild, hopefully meeting new people, and strengthening ties with existing members.
In regards to mistakes, there is a saying, “If you don’t make mistakes, you don’t make anything.”

See you all soon!

Toby Goldsmith   January 2010

 

Meeting Notes....

from Mary Schwartz October’s meeting was in the midst of a 3 day workshop by Robyn Spady, “Extreme Warp Makeover”. The Vermont guild was remarkable for the ability of quite a few participants to make all the samples during the workshop.  There should be some good show and tell from this one. Robyn was extremely generous with her knowledge and really opened up the possibilities for 4 shaft (and beyond) weaving. Notes continued....

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