This year, we‘re not interested in making a long (or a short!) list of weaving resolutions to check off over the next twelve months. To our dismay, we find that even when we set out modest goals and have the best intentions, we often fall short.
But what if we set the target much, much lower? What if we set out to accomplish just one single thing?
For the year ahead, we plan to do just that. We‘ll select one of the many weaving topics that are always simmering at the backs of our minds, move it front and center, and work to keep it in focus throughout the year as we weave.
What Might That Topic Be?
Here are some of the posibilities we‘re considering working with:
• A particular fiber, such as energized yarn, eri silk, or our own handspun;
• A particular structure—something we haven‘t tried, or an old friend that is giving us new ideas;
• A particular technique, such as inlay or clasped weft;
• A particular color or color family—maybe even one we don‘t really care for;
• A particular end result, such as wall hangings or infinity scarves;
• A better understanding of our specific equipment and how to get the best results with it;
• A deep dive into the life and work of a weaver who inspires us, such as Gunta Stölzl or Erica de Ruiter.
How will we know if we‘ve hit the target? That’s a question we‘ll revisit at the end of the year.
If one single weaving idea for the year ahead appeals to you, please join us. Take a look at your weaving wishlist, consider where your interests are leading you, and choose one thing to focus on this year. And please tell us what you‘re up to at [email protected].
If you’d like to take on a bit more, we can recommend former Handwoven editor Susan E. Horton‘s approach to resolutions as a great place to begin.