“Joseph” Redux

After posting pictures of the  “Joseph” shawl of many colours, I was requested to make a scarf in that same style.  I think in many ways it turned out better than the original — while the colour changes and interplay are not as drastic/distinct, it flows better.  Also, I found myself entering a meditative state where the interplay of colour, fiber, and texture were speaking to me.  This was very interesting, and something almost new — other times I’ve been in the “zone”, but it was more along the lines of the pattern and tension/beating were what was speaking to me.  This time, however, it was completely different — free from constraints (save the finished dimensions), I was able to just flow.  Also because it is finger manipulated, I was able to interact with the fiber in a way not possible when using shuttles.  The beating, too, is different — part done with the beater, part done with a tapestry beater.

I can’t put everything quite into words — it’s more experiential than intellectual.

Both styles of weaving have their place — both are neat in their own way.  I think that despite the amount of work required there is a lot to be said for this style of weaving.