That is not completely true. With pocket weaving, one can create four-selvage pieces. The problem is that once one is in the homestretch, it is really difficult to keep the warp covered with weft. An argument for matching the color of the warp to the color of the end weaving.
I really like "kindergarten colors" - primary and secondary on the color wheel. Hatching comes in handy for blending the colors. Cartoons (what weavers call the paper guides behind the weaving) help with shapes and such. I'm still perfecting my circles.
I kind of pooped out by the time I reached the fourth sun. Then I struggled with the final rows. Then this piece sat around for a long time, waiting to be hemmed. What should have been a quickie project languished quite a bit.
I consider my pocket weaving to be samples or swatches, a way to try out an idea or some colors. And when I'm done, I have a nice rug mug to add to the pile.
2 comments:
I hear you about the black yarn. Ugh. I need lots of bright light to see these days.
I love your pocket weaving. They are adorable. Which loom do you have? I may just have to look in to it. Have you ever seen the blog A field guide to needlework. I can get lost in her stuff. Highly recommend
I think you pocket weaving is wonderful, dark colors and all. Stay safe.
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