If it weren’t for Christmas, this would be one of those times I would wish for a longer warp. Why is this halvdräll so enjoyable to weave? Simplicity and complexity, cottolin and linen, two shuttles, and interesting treadling. This peppermint red and white is striking and cheerful, and makes the weaving studio feel like Christmas!
I may have it off the loom by Christmas. I am going to try, because I would love to have this festive cloth on the table Christmas Day as my gift to our family. Our children and their spouses, and the four grandchildren, and one on the way!… All will be here with us to celebrate together. That’s a beautiful gift. Family.
The most extravagant Christmas gift is the Son given to us. The majestic choral and instrumental lines in Handel’s Messiah have familiarized an ancient prophecy. Can you hear the singing as you read these lyrics?
For unto us a child is born,
unto us
a son is given,
and the government shall be upon his shoulder;
and his name shall be called
Wonderful,
Counselor,
Almighty God,
the Everlasting Father,
the Prince of Peace.
May you be surrounded with beautiful gifts.
Weaving Christmas,
Karen
Karen your table square is going to be lovely. Have a wonderful blessed Christmas with your family.
Hi Barbara, I appreciate that! You have a blessed Christmas with your family, too!
Karen
That is gorgeous, Karen! I failed Halvdrall at Vavstuga, so I am in awe of this project! Can’t wait to see it finished.
Thank you, Marcia!
I’m not sure how well I did with this at Vavstuga, either. But this time around, I am thoroughly enjoying it!
Karen
Karen,
This is beautiful. I am sure it will look lovely on your table. Merry Christmas
Merry Christmas to you, Kate!
Thanks for your sweet words!
Karen
Merry Christmas to one and all; may peace love and joy be reigned don on all. LP&J, linda
I have a friend whose family encompases Christanity and Jeduism. they have come up with Chris-Quan-Hanzakah to join us all. May your homes be filled with light and life. LP&J, linda
Merry Christmas, Linda!
I love your warm sentiments!
All the best to you,
Karen
Beautiful Karen! I can’t wait to see this! I know you will enjoy finishing this festive weaving! I hope you have some lovely, inspiring Christmas music to guide your shuttle! Have a wonderful Christmas with your family! Love to you.
Thank you so much, Gretchen! I do enjoy filling the house with Christmas music.
A blessed Christmas to you and your family!
Love,
Karen