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September 2010 – Wet Everywhere

Welcome to my blog site and my trip in September 2010. I offer here my experiences, with the intention that my sharing of my wonderfully rich life can in some way enrich your life as well.

September 2010

I wanted to feel the spaces of the desert…. but didn’t get very far off the bitumen!

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img_6893I didn’t want to wreck the roads any more, and I had another 30km to go across a flood plain! NO WAY!

5q2r5512Amazing view with changing light.

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img_7124 The road 3 days after rain.

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_q2r5772 A hidden waterfall was such a treat to find on the Blackdown Tableland.

Excitement under the waterfall!! I just had a bit of a play with my camera.

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Blackdown Tableland National Park Campground. I’m not a fan of camping in designated spaces. I prefer the gravel pits beside the road or out in places just where I can find a spot. Making sure I leave nothing but tyre tracks and footprints is a priority for me when I travel, and even ensuring that my own solid toilet waste is carried off site because there is a chemical free toilet in the camper!. I get really annoyed when I see toilet paper beside the road after girls have had a wee beside the road. There is no excuse not to put the toilet paper in a zip lock bag to be disposed of properly later.

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Swimming in the waterholes was so much fun!!!
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On the road alone by myself this time !
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img_7434 Driving in to Home!

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I am a Journeywoman. I live my life as an explorer. An adventurer. An Observer. An Artist. There is no differentiation between how I live my life and the art that is an expression of it. It is through my experience adventuring the unknown, that I learn more about myself. My aim through this connection is to live where my expression is fully in alignment with the essence of who I am. “In the field of Fine-Art Photography, Julie stands apart from others with the way she sees the world and expresses her connection within it. Julie Stephenson’s photographs are sublime. Her work is an expression of her deep connection; and a gift to the world.”

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  • How do I choose colours for my weaving projects? Firstly, I prefer a threesome, to use 3 yarns together in my weft. The tonal nuances resulting from the combination of yarns makes the resultant weaving come alive, instead of having just one monotone shade.  Save this as a reminder and let your weaving bestie know as well so you can compare with each other trying a different way of using colour in your weaving. I tell my stories from my journeys around the world through colour, and using three yarns together is one of the secrets that contributes to the beauty of my handwoven blankets. Note to self to try it for yourself.
  • Do you want a simple loom that isn’t overwhelming and complicated? A rigid heddle loom is the answer! Let me know if you’re starting your rigid heddle loom journey, and follow along for some tips and ideas for your projects. I use color instead of patterns to tell my stories of journeys around the world in our vintage car. I weave all my beautiful blankets on a very simple, non-complicated loom. Have a look around my space. Welcome along!
  • Do you want a simple loom that isn’t overwhelming and complicated? A rigid heddle loom is the answer! Let me know if you’re starting your rigid heddle loom journey, and follow along for some tips and ideas for your projects. I weave all my beautiful blankets on a very simple, non-complicated loom. I use color instead of patterns to tell my stories of journeys around the world in our vintage car. Have a look around my space. Welcome.
  • Are selvedges in weaving important? My opinion regarding selvedges/selvages may be controversial amongst weavers. I do NOT obsess over them. I take care, but I do not gauge the quality of my piece by the evenness of my edges.  I don’t think enough attention is given to the quality of the fabric and the aesthetics of a piece; and instead many weavers focus on technical aspects, which in my opinion isn’t worth the attention, because for me it’s not what matters.  I’ve lived a lot, and been fortunate to experience travelling and weaving with women all around the world. Over my lifetime I’ve developed a ‘bigger picture’ view for my life and weaving. ‘Perfect selvedges’ rate very low in my ‘bigger picture’.  What do you think? Come follow along to see what qualities I feel are important in my handwoven blankets.
  • Here’s a simple tip using 2 cardboard strips as a header to even the shed in weaving. You only need two strips, and it’s best they are really thin, and the sharp edges mitred or lightly sanded (even with an emery board) to ensure that the yarn isn’t abraded. I then weave a small section of woven header which will be removed as the weaving is taken from the loom. I use a very simple rigid heddle loom; a lifetime of experience as an artist and weaver; combined with a little unhingedness; and my passion for sharing everything I know; means my space here is your go to creative fibre space for weaving, knitting and a big if fun. Welcome. Have a look around. I may even make you laugh.
  • An important thing for knitters, is that you need to be strong; so you can move your stash or collection of resources without hurting yourself! Can you suggest any exercises I or other knitters should do? Let’s spread the word about how important it is to be strong to be a knitter!
  • As a creative; a weaver, artist, knitter, photographer; my work is deeply rooted in my slightly off-piste life and journeys around the world in our 100 year old vintage car. Follow along to see how I transform my memories of these incredible journeys into my handwoven blankets, and come and have a bit of fun along the way. Have a look around in my space here. I may even make you laugh. Many ask me, “Why don’t you just kick back and go on a vacation like normal people do!?” 😂 that one probably needs more space than available here to answer! As I weave I feel deep gratitude for the journeys we’ve made; and recognise how quickly time passes and my life is speeding by! ahhh the lyrics. ‘Time’ Pink Floyd. Love to know what influences your creative making. * Forgot to mention my knits- ‘Cables Please’ cape and Samen Shawl by @westknits and Astrid sweater by @junkookamoto_design
  • Life goes fast; with curveballs; and accompanying that for me has been a reflection of my life and the memory of the lyrics of Pink Floyd’s ‘Time’; a song I grew up with. I am so grateful to have experienced so much living, and recalling this song recently has reminded me that despite some life challenges; I still must not fritter a single second of my life away. There has been a time where we haven’t been able to travel and experience the world and myself as I would have liked, but there are other ways that I can ensure I don’t waste my time alive! I am a creator. A teacher. A storyteller. A traveller. A photographer. A weaver. A knitter. A maker. I need to keep creating. Celebrating my life is still as important now as it was a few years ago! So, I quietly reflect. With gratitude. Share this with someone you think may like this quiet reminder.
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How to get beautiful colours in your weaving. I prefer a threesome, to use 3 yarns together in my weft. The shade and tonal nuances resulting from the combination of yarns makes the resultant weaving really interesting, instead of having just one monotone shade.  Save this as a reminder and let your weaving bestie know as well so you can compare with each other trying a different way of using colour in your weaving. I tell my stories from my vintage car journeys around the world through colour, and using three yarns together is one of the secrets that contributes to the beauty of my handwoven blankets. Why don’t you give it a go!
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How do I choose colours for my weaving projects? Firstly, I prefer a threesome, to use 3 yarns together in my weft. The tonal nuances resulting from the combination of yarns makes the resultant weaving come alive, instead of having just one monotone shade.  Save this as a reminder and let your weaving bestie know as well so you can compare with each other trying a different way of using colour in your weaving. I tell my stories from my journeys around the world through colour, and using three yarns together is one of the secrets that contributes to the beauty of my handwoven blankets. Note to self to try it for yourself.
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Do you want a simple loom that isn’t overwhelming and complicated? A rigid heddle loom is the answer! Let me know if you’re starting your rigid heddle loom journey, and follow along for some tips and ideas for your projects. I use color instead of patterns to tell my stories of journeys around the world in our vintage car. I weave all my beautiful blankets on a very simple, non-complicated loom. Have a look around my space. Welcome along!
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Here’s a simple tip using 2 cardboard strips as a header to even the shed in weaving. You only need two strips, and it’s best they are really thin, and the sharp edges mitred or lightly sanded (even with an emery board) to ensure that the yarn isn’t abraded. I then weave a small section of woven header which will be removed as the weaving is taken from the loom. I use a very simple rigid heddle loom; a lifetime of experience as an artist and weaver; combined with a little unhingedness; and my passion for sharing everything I know; means my space here is your go to creative fibre space for weaving, knitting and a big if fun. Welcome. Have a look around. I may even make you laugh.
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Here’s a simple tip using 2 cardboard strips as a header to even the shed in weaving. You only need two strips, and it’s best they are really thin, and the sharp edges mitred or lightly sanded (even with an emery board) to ensure that the yarn isn’t abraded. I then weave a small section of woven header which will be removed as the weaving is taken from the loom. I use a very simple rigid heddle loom; a lifetime of experience as an artist and weaver; combined with a little unhingedness; and my passion for sharing everything I know; means my space here is your go to creative fibre space for weaving, knitting and a big if fun. Welcome. Have a look around. I may even make you laugh.
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An important thing for knitters, is that you need to be strong; so you can move your stash or collection of resources without hurting yourself! Can you suggest any exercises I or other knitters should do? Let’s spread the word about how important it is to be strong to be a knitter!
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As a creative; a weaver, artist, knitter, photographer; my work is deeply rooted in my slightly off-piste life and journeys around the world in our 100 year old vintage car. Follow along to see how I transform my memories of these incredible journeys into my handwoven blankets, and come and have a bit of fun along the way. Have a look around in my space here. I may even make you laugh. Many ask me, “Why don’t you just kick back and go on a vacation like normal people do!?” 😂 that one probably needs more space than available here to answer! As I weave I feel deep gratitude for the journeys we’ve made; and recognise how quickly time passes and my life is speeding by! ahhh the lyrics. ‘Time’ Pink Floyd. Love to know what influences your creative making. * Forgot to mention my knits- ‘Cables Please’ cape and Samen Shawl by @westknits and Astrid sweater by @junkookamoto_design
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Life goes fast; with curveballs; and accompanying that for me has been a reflection of my life and the memory of the lyrics of Pink Floyd’s ‘Time’; a song I grew up with. I am so grateful to have experienced so much living, and recalling this song recently has reminded me that despite some life challenges; I still must not fritter a single second of my life away. There has been a time where we haven’t been able to travel and experience the world and myself as I would have liked, but there are other ways that I can ensure I don’t waste my time alive! I am a creator. A teacher. A storyteller. A traveller. A photographer. A weaver. A knitter. A maker. I need to keep creating. Celebrating my life is still as important now as it was a few years ago! So, I quietly reflect. With gratitude. Share this with someone you think may like this quiet reminder.
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Life goes fast; with curveballs; and accompanying that for me has been a reflection of my life and the memory of the lyrics of Pink Floyd’s ‘Time’; a song I grew up with. I am so grateful to have experienced so much living, and recalling this song recently has reminded me that despite some life challenges; I still must not fritter a single second of my life away. There has been a time where we haven’t been able to travel and experience the world and myself as I would have liked, but there are other ways that I can ensure I don’t waste my time alive! I am a creator. A teacher. A storyteller. A traveller. A photographer. A weaver. A knitter. A maker. I need to keep creating. Celebrating my life is still as important now as it was a few years ago! So, I quietly reflect. With gratitude. Share this with someone you think may like this quiet reminder.
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  • How to get beautiful colours in your weaving. I prefer a threesome, to use 3 yarns together in my weft. The shade and tonal nuances resulting from the combination of yarns makes the resultant weaving really interesting, instead of having just one monotone shade.  Save this as a reminder and let your weaving bestie know as well so you can compare with each other trying a different way of using colour in your weaving. I tell my stories from my vintage car journeys around the world through colour, and using three yarns together is one of the secrets that contributes to the beauty of my handwoven blankets. Why don’t you give it a go!
  • How do I choose colours for my weaving projects? Firstly, I prefer a threesome, to use 3 yarns together in my weft. The tonal nuances resulting from the combination of yarns makes the resultant weaving come alive, instead of having just one monotone shade.  Save this as a reminder and let your weaving bestie know as well so you can compare with each other trying a different way of using colour in your weaving. I tell my stories from my journeys around the world through colour, and using three yarns together is one of the secrets that contributes to the beauty of my handwoven blankets. Note to self to try it for yourself.
  • Do you want a simple loom that isn’t overwhelming and complicated? A rigid heddle loom is the answer! Let me know if you’re starting your rigid heddle loom journey, and follow along for some tips and ideas for your projects. I use color instead of patterns to tell my stories of journeys around the world in our vintage car. I weave all my beautiful blankets on a very simple, non-complicated loom. Have a look around my space. Welcome along!
  • Do you want a simple loom that isn’t overwhelming and complicated? A rigid heddle loom is the answer! Let me know if you’re starting your rigid heddle loom journey, and follow along for some tips and ideas for your projects. I weave all my beautiful blankets on a very simple, non-complicated loom. I use color instead of patterns to tell my stories of journeys around the world in our vintage car. Have a look around my space. Welcome.
  • Are selvedges in weaving important? My opinion regarding selvedges/selvages may be controversial amongst weavers. I do NOT obsess over them. I take care, but I do not gauge the quality of my piece by the evenness of my edges.  I don’t think enough attention is given to the quality of the fabric and the aesthetics of a piece; and instead many weavers focus on technical aspects, which in my opinion isn’t worth the attention, because for me it’s not what matters.  I’ve lived a lot, and been fortunate to experience travelling and weaving with women all around the world. Over my lifetime I’ve developed a ‘bigger picture’ view for my life and weaving. ‘Perfect selvedges’ rate very low in my ‘bigger picture’.  What do you think? Come follow along to see what qualities I feel are important in my handwoven blankets.
  • Here’s a simple tip using 2 cardboard strips as a header to even the shed in weaving. You only need two strips, and it’s best they are really thin, and the sharp edges mitred or lightly sanded (even with an emery board) to ensure that the yarn isn’t abraded. I then weave a small section of woven header which will be removed as the weaving is taken from the loom. I use a very simple rigid heddle loom; a lifetime of experience as an artist and weaver; combined with a little unhingedness; and my passion for sharing everything I know; means my space here is your go to creative fibre space for weaving, knitting and a big if fun. Welcome. Have a look around. I may even make you laugh.
  • An important thing for knitters, is that you need to be strong; so you can move your stash or collection of resources without hurting yourself! Can you suggest any exercises I or other knitters should do? Let’s spread the word about how important it is to be strong to be a knitter!
  • As a creative; a weaver, artist, knitter, photographer; my work is deeply rooted in my slightly off-piste life and journeys around the world in our 100 year old vintage car. Follow along to see how I transform my memories of these incredible journeys into my handwoven blankets, and come and have a bit of fun along the way. Have a look around in my space here. I may even make you laugh. Many ask me, “Why don’t you just kick back and go on a vacation like normal people do!?” 😂 that one probably needs more space than available here to answer! As I weave I feel deep gratitude for the journeys we’ve made; and recognise how quickly time passes and my life is speeding by! ahhh the lyrics. ‘Time’ Pink Floyd. Love to know what influences your creative making. * Forgot to mention my knits- ‘Cables Please’ cape and Samen Shawl by @westknits and Astrid sweater by @junkookamoto_design
  • Life goes fast; with curveballs; and accompanying that for me has been a reflection of my life and the memory of the lyrics of Pink Floyd’s ‘Time’; a song I grew up with. I am so grateful to have experienced so much living, and recalling this song recently has reminded me that despite some life challenges; I still must not fritter a single second of my life away. There has been a time where we haven’t been able to travel and experience the world and myself as I would have liked, but there are other ways that I can ensure I don’t waste my time alive! I am a creator. A teacher. A storyteller. A traveller. A photographer. A weaver. A knitter. A maker. I need to keep creating. Celebrating my life is still as important now as it was a few years ago! So, I quietly reflect. With gratitude. Share this with someone you think may like this quiet reminder.
View on Instagram
How to get beautiful colours in your weaving. I prefer a threesome, to use 3 yarns together in my weft. The shade and tonal nuances resulting from the combination of yarns makes the resultant weaving really interesting, instead of having just one monotone shade.  Save this as a reminder and let your weaving bestie know as well so you can compare with each other trying a different way of using colour in your weaving. I tell my stories from my vintage car journeys around the world through colour, and using three yarns together is one of the secrets that contributes to the beauty of my handwoven blankets. Why don’t you give it a go!
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How to get beautiful colours in your weaving. I prefer a threesome, to use 3 yarns together in my weft. The shade and tonal nuances resulting from the combination of yarns makes the resultant weaving really interesting, instead of having just one monotone shade.  Save this as a reminder and let your weaving bestie know as well so you can compare with each other trying a different way of using colour in your weaving. I tell my stories from my vintage car journeys around the world through colour, and using three yarns together is one of the secrets that contributes to the beauty of my handwoven blankets. Why don’t you give it a go!
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How do I choose colours for my weaving projects? Firstly, I prefer a threesome, to use 3 yarns together in my weft. The tonal nuances resulting from the combination of yarns makes the resultant weaving come alive, instead of having just one monotone shade.  Save this as a reminder and let your weaving bestie know as well so you can compare with each other trying a different way of using colour in your weaving. I tell my stories from my journeys around the world through colour, and using three yarns together is one of the secrets that contributes to the beauty of my handwoven blankets. Note to self to try it for yourself.
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How do I choose colours for my weaving projects? Firstly, I prefer a threesome, to use 3 yarns together in my weft. The tonal nuances resulting from the combination of yarns makes the resultant weaving come alive, instead of having just one monotone shade.  Save this as a reminder and let your weaving bestie know as well so you can compare with each other trying a different way of using colour in your weaving. I tell my stories from my journeys around the world through colour, and using three yarns together is one of the secrets that contributes to the beauty of my handwoven blankets. Note to self to try it for yourself.
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Do you want a simple loom that isn’t overwhelming and complicated? A rigid heddle loom is the answer! Let me know if you’re starting your rigid heddle loom journey, and follow along for some tips and ideas for your projects. I use color instead of patterns to tell my stories of journeys around the world in our vintage car. I weave all my beautiful blankets on a very simple, non-complicated loom. Have a look around my space. Welcome along!
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Do you want a simple loom that isn’t overwhelming and complicated? A rigid heddle loom is the answer! Let me know if you’re starting your rigid heddle loom journey, and follow along for some tips and ideas for your projects. I use color instead of patterns to tell my stories of journeys around the world in our vintage car. I weave all my beautiful blankets on a very simple, non-complicated loom. Have a look around my space. Welcome along!
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Do you want a simple loom that isn’t overwhelming and complicated? A rigid heddle loom is the answer! Let me know if you’re starting your rigid heddle loom journey, and follow along for some tips and ideas for your projects. I weave all my beautiful blankets on a very simple, non-complicated loom. I use color instead of patterns to tell my stories of journeys around the world in our vintage car. Have a look around my space. Welcome.
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Do you want a simple loom that isn’t overwhelming and complicated? A rigid heddle loom is the answer! Let me know if you’re starting your rigid heddle loom journey, and follow along for some tips and ideas for your projects. I weave all my beautiful blankets on a very simple, non-complicated loom. I use color instead of patterns to tell my stories of journeys around the world in our vintage car. Have a look around my space. Welcome.
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Are selvedges in weaving important? My opinion regarding selvedges/selvages may be controversial amongst weavers. I do NOT obsess over them. I take care, but I do not gauge the quality of my piece by the evenness of my edges.  I don’t think enough attention is given to the quality of the fabric and the aesthetics of a piece; and instead many weavers focus on technical aspects, which in my opinion isn’t worth the attention, because for me it’s not what matters.  I’ve lived a lot, and been fortunate to experience travelling and weaving with women all around the world. Over my lifetime I’ve developed a ‘bigger picture’ view for my life and weaving. ‘Perfect selvedges’ rate very low in my ‘bigger picture’.  What do you think? Come follow along to see what qualities I feel are important in my handwoven blankets.
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Here’s a simple tip using 2 cardboard strips as a header to even the shed in weaving. You only need two strips, and it’s best they are really thin, and the sharp edges mitred or lightly sanded (even with an emery board) to ensure that the yarn isn’t abraded. I then weave a small section of woven header which will be removed as the weaving is taken from the loom. I use a very simple rigid heddle loom; a lifetime of experience as an artist and weaver; combined with a little unhingedness; and my passion for sharing everything I know; means my space here is your go to creative fibre space for weaving, knitting and a big if fun. Welcome. Have a look around. I may even make you laugh.
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Here’s a simple tip using 2 cardboard strips as a header to even the shed in weaving. You only need two strips, and it’s best they are really thin, and the sharp edges mitred or lightly sanded (even with an emery board) to ensure that the yarn isn’t abraded. I then weave a small section of woven header which will be removed as the weaving is taken from the loom. I use a very simple rigid heddle loom; a lifetime of experience as an artist and weaver; combined with a little unhingedness; and my passion for sharing everything I know; means my space here is your go to creative fibre space for weaving, knitting and a big if fun. Welcome. Have a look around. I may even make you laugh.
6 days ago
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6/9
An important thing for knitters, is that you need to be strong; so you can move your stash or collection of resources without hurting yourself! Can you suggest any exercises I or other knitters should do? Let’s spread the word about how important it is to be strong to be a knitter!
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An important thing for knitters, is that you need to be strong; so you can move your stash or collection of resources without hurting yourself! Can you suggest any exercises I or other knitters should do? Let’s spread the word about how important it is to be strong to be a knitter!
6 days ago
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7/9
As a creative; a weaver, artist, knitter, photographer; my work is deeply rooted in my slightly off-piste life and journeys around the world in our 100 year old vintage car. Follow along to see how I transform my memories of these incredible journeys into my handwoven blankets, and come and have a bit of fun along the way. Have a look around in my space here. I may even make you laugh. Many ask me, “Why don’t you just kick back and go on a vacation like normal people do!?” 😂 that one probably needs more space than available here to answer! As I weave I feel deep gratitude for the journeys we’ve made; and recognise how quickly time passes and my life is speeding by! ahhh the lyrics. ‘Time’ Pink Floyd. Love to know what influences your creative making. * Forgot to mention my knits- ‘Cables Please’ cape and Samen Shawl by @westknits and Astrid sweater by @junkookamoto_design
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As a creative; a weaver, artist, knitter, photographer; my work is deeply rooted in my slightly off-piste life and journeys around the world in our 100 year old vintage car. Follow along to see how I transform my memories of these incredible journeys into my handwoven blankets, and come and have a bit of fun along the way. Have a look around in my space here. I may even make you laugh. Many ask me, “Why don’t you just kick back and go on a vacation like normal people do!?” 😂 that one probably needs more space than available here to answer! As I weave I feel deep gratitude for the journeys we’ve made; and recognise how quickly time passes and my life is speeding by! ahhh the lyrics. ‘Time’ Pink Floyd. Love to know what influences your creative making. * Forgot to mention my knits- ‘Cables Please’ cape and Samen Shawl by @westknits and Astrid sweater by @junkookamoto_design
1 week ago
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8/9
Life goes fast; with curveballs; and accompanying that for me has been a reflection of my life and the memory of the lyrics of Pink Floyd’s ‘Time’; a song I grew up with. I am so grateful to have experienced so much living, and recalling this song recently has reminded me that despite some life challenges; I still must not fritter a single second of my life away. There has been a time where we haven’t been able to travel and experience the world and myself as I would have liked, but there are other ways that I can ensure I don’t waste my time alive! I am a creator. A teacher. A storyteller. A traveller. A photographer. A weaver. A knitter. A maker. I need to keep creating. Celebrating my life is still as important now as it was a few years ago! So, I quietly reflect. With gratitude. Share this with someone you think may like this quiet reminder.
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Life goes fast; with curveballs; and accompanying that for me has been a reflection of my life and the memory of the lyrics of Pink Floyd’s ‘Time’; a song I grew up with. I am so grateful to have experienced so much living, and recalling this song recently has reminded me that despite some life challenges; I still must not fritter a single second of my life away. There has been a time where we haven’t been able to travel and experience the world and myself as I would have liked, but there are other ways that I can ensure I don’t waste my time alive! I am a creator. A teacher. A storyteller. A traveller. A photographer. A weaver. A knitter. A maker. I need to keep creating. Celebrating my life is still as important now as it was a few years ago! So, I quietly reflect. With gratitude. Share this with someone you think may like this quiet reminder.
1 week ago
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9/9