Monthly Archives: February 2012

Video tutorial-How to shape fabric by pulling the warp strands

Yesterday, I posted a blog entry about a shrug that I sewed from my handwoven fabric. (LINK) And, then, was asked- ‘Yes, but what does it mean when you say: Pull warp strands?’ So, I have made a video tutorial, … Continue reading

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Woven Women-Butterfly Prayer

I am weaving a series that I am calling: ” Woven Women”. They are mixed media fiber art pieces that are a celebration of the Feminine Divine. Please don’t pin the images of my Woven Women Series… thank you I … Continue reading

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Saori freeform woven shrug shaped by pulling warp strands

About a year or so ago, I wove up quite a few yards of very playful fabric. I love the gentle Saori philosophy of creative freeform weaving that is an expression of creativity and an exploration of imagination. My plan … Continue reading

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Book Review-Vogue Knitting Stitchionary vol one

This morning, bright and early, much earlier in fact, than I was planning on starting my day, the doorbell rang. The courier took one look at me and apologized several times for waking me up (there was no faking, the … Continue reading

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A tiny pair of woven pants for Rosie Recycle doll

Yesterday, a lady who had just bought my Rosie Recycle doll book (link) asked me a very good question. (I love good questions!) She said that she always wears pants to work, and would like to be able to make … Continue reading

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How to embroider the face on a tiny teddy bear face

I’ve been making video tutorials for how to’s for Edward and Anastasia Bear. Here’s a video tutorial on how to embroider the face on Baby Brownie Bear: Happy Knitting! Noreen

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How to spool knit without a spool knitter

You can use spool knitted cords to decorate and embellish your crochet in a million different ways. One way to do a thicker spool knitted or i cord is to use several strands of yarn held together. And, if you … Continue reading

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Edward and Anastasia Bear announce

I am so delighted to be able to announce that Edward and Anastasia Bear have some thrilling news! The stork has made a delivery! Baby Brownie Bear has arrived, safe and sound and you can see for yourself that baby … Continue reading

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Video tutorial on how to pick up knitting stitches with crochet hook

Today,  I was working on a new design for knitted clothes for Edward and Anastasia teddy bear. It struck me that it might  be a good idea to get a little bit more specific when I say: ‘pick up x … Continue reading

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Delightful dolls woven with 4 weaving sticks

Stick weaving looms are probably the easiest loom on earth to work with. They are just little dowels with points on one end and holes in the other. BUT this does NOT limit the incredible creative possibilities that they have! … Continue reading

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