Christina Garton

Christina Garton


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On Babies, Weaving, and Tom Knisely

Babies change everything. This is what I was told frequently while I was pregnant, and today it’s a mantra I repeat as I try to balance the aspects of my old life, like weaving, with my new reality.

Weaving With a Baby

As it turns out, weaving with a baby was not in the cards since life had very different plans for me.

The Best Weaving Projects For Thanksgiving

Whether you’re hosting Thanksgiving or going to visit loved ones here’s a list of the top five weaving projects for Thanksgiving.

Weekend Weaving: Shades of India Towels

I wanted a project that wasn’t even remotely wintery—something that evokes summertime. The obvious choice was Sarah H. Jackson’s beautiful Shades of India Towels.

Weaving with Novelty Yarn

Many rigid heddle projects are striking because rigid-heddle weavers have no fear of using novelty yarn.

We’re Falling in Love with These Bright Autumn Color Trends

After looking at Pantone’s 2017 Fashion Color Report for fall, I am genuinely excited about the bright autumn color trends.

Weaving in Time for Yourself

If you haven’t heard this buzz term yet, self care refers to the little things you might do that are purely for yourself and not a daily necessity: bubble baths, hiking, and, of course, weaving are all examples of possible self care.

Surprise! A Weaving Studio in Dixon NM

After taking a wrong turn while searching for a brewery just outside of Taos, we found ourselves driving through Dixon, New Mexico and driving past Metier Weaving and Gallery.

8-Shaft Weaving Loom Patterns You Have to Try (+ They're FREE)!

Learn how to weave on an 8-shaft weaving loom in this exclusive FREE weaving eBook that includes 3 FREE 8-shaft loom projects and expert instructions!

Learn to Make Woven Bags with Free Woven Bag Projects

Learn how to make woven bags like a pro with this FREE eBook that includes woven bag projects great for all weavers and expert instructions.

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