In my last post, way back in June, I said I was going to take a break from blogging to focus on actual weaving and selling. I took a longer break than I originally intended and here’s why:
I was enjoying the actual weaving so much that I was having trouble motivating myself to write. It’s true, I love weaving! And I got so much done. You’ll see my work in the next issue of Little Looms and in the fall edition of Handwoven. (I do like writing, I just like weaving more.)
Such an inspiring place to weave!
2. I spent time weaving in public. It takes 4-6 hours to write, edit and publish a blog post, essentially, most of a day. I took that time and wove at Gaspereau Valley Fibres instead. So, on my days off from working at the store, I was at the store weaving, showing people what can be done on a rigid heddle, selling finished items and generally having a great time!
3. I created new patterns. I am not a production weaver and I have no interest in weaving the same thing over and over. I have a few patterns I come back to, but mostly I want to keep trying new things. I did get a couple patterns written, you can find them here: https://www.therogueweaver.com/new-products/summer-lace-shawl-pattern and here: https://www.therogueweaver.com/new-products/multi-purpose-cotton-cloths. I also have a few more to write.
I had some “paws on” help
4. Finally, at heart I am a social person. I like interacting with people. With a blog it can feel one way. Which is ok, I’m good with doing all the giving…if I feel what I’m giving is being received! It’s hard to know on a blog…so if you are out there let me know what you want to read about!
So I'm back. It might not be every week, but I am aiming for at least 1 post a month. I'll let you know what is going on in my weaving life, what I’ve learned, and of course, why weaving is so awesome!
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Happy Weaving,
The Rogue Weaver
