I don't intend opening the debate on what is art as opposed to craft, but I do know artful craft when I see it. Regular readers will know that a couple of weeks back I had a visit from Dorothy, a weaver, who had driven all the way up from southern Scotland to come and visit the Dye Shed (and to see […]
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Friday, February 17 2012
Ups and Downs
Friday, February 17 2012. Fun
It has been an odd week, and definitely one of ups and downs. On occasions I was struggling in the dye shed, and at times inspiration failed me. So I decided the only thing to do when that happens is ..... have some fun!I decided to put some yarn in the pot, pour different colours over it - […]
Wednesday, February 15 2012
Venomous
Wednesday, February 15 2012. Knitting
The word "venomous" makes me instantly think of snakes. Growing up in Southern Africa there were some seriously venomous snakes, and ones that weren't so venomous, but it was never worth risking your identification skills! However this Venomous is not at all mean:I love this little […]
Sunday, February 12 2012
Còinneach
Sunday, February 12 2012. Assynt
I've been thinking for a while now about what name I can give the new silk which, I hope, will be up in the shop this evening. It is luxurious and silky (obviously!) and lustrous.Every time I wondered about a name I kept getting an image in my head of the luxurious, silky moss that is to be found […]