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Decorative Weaves
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Wall Hanging

Wool weft on wool warp with various thicknesses of yarn. Thicker weft creates ridges. Leno enhanced.

Woven at Penland in class on woven structure.

   

CU Wall hanging

Variety of Leno techniques.

   

Pillows

Weft-face weaves. Block drafts based on three and four shaft weaves.

   

Rug

Wool naturally dyed with "Queen Anne's Lace" flowers. Horsehair weft.

   

Leno Curtain.

Lena and lace weaves. Very fine varigated wool as weft and warp.

   

Folded and Flexible

Painted paper inserted as weft into linen warp. Can be folded into different shapes.

Woven at Penland in class on weaving with mixed media.

   

Close Up

Shapes painted on paper were cut into strips and alternated when woven. Rectalinear forms allow it to be easily folded.

   

Knotted Table Banner

Wool weft and warp. Weft knotted in various ways and woven in irregular sized stripes. Braided weft at sides.

   

Runner

Wool weft and warp. Traditional overshot pattern.

 

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