I committed and bought a Saori loom. This Japanese form of weaving appeals to me with great intrigue. Yes, you can make mistakes! As a matter of fact, sometimes mistakes are made purposefully. The loom is coming Monday - unassembled. Hubby will help the setting up! I have already moved the dining room table to give space for the loom in the middle of the house, by the back French doors, close to the outside spirits.
Why did this appeal to me?
When attending the John C. Campbell folkschool beginning weaving class last summer my weavings were not like the others. I used no pattern but just designed as I went. I don't claim to have any great design talent but the journey was oh, so much fun! I created two wall hangings and still am enamored with the process, asking myself "Now, how did I do that?"
When a teacher asked if I knew about saori weaving I was very interested, but knew nothings. I googled and read, googled and read and then finally ordered the $70 book. It is the Saori bible. Then I thought and thought about the loom, the expense, the experience, the journey of becoming a Saori-inspired weaver. I cannot say I am a Saori weaver until I am trained properly, however that happens.
I shall continue with my tapestry studies with my wonderful ATA (American Tapestry Alliance) mentor.
I believe the demand for perfection with tapestry balances the free form spirit that surrounds Saori.
Can I do both? We shall see.
Peace to all from the looms of love,
joan
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