It is delightful to weave in scenic surroundings! After two full days of hiking and exploring remote vistas in Big Bend Ranch State Park we had a leisurely do-nothing day. Time to take the loom outdoors. En plein air weaving!
Our campsite is at the base of Lajitas Mesa.Hiking the Fresno Divide Trail in Big Bend Ranch State Park in west Texas.Mountainous views in the desert.Fresno Canyon vista, with the mountains of Mexico in the distance.En plein air tapestry weaving during a leisurely morning. Camera tripod cover doubles as a loom topper that prevents the loom from scratching the Casita.Wool yarn for the Casita tapestry is wound on labeled cards and kept in spare Tupperware Modular Mate containers.
We also went exploring in Big Bend National Park.
Hiking in Santa Elena Canyon, with Mexico to my left and USA on my right. And the Rio Grande River in between.Santa Elena Canyon in Big Bend National Park, the least visited National Park in the United States.
And then, I like to wind down the day with some quiet evening tapestry weaving in the Casita. And Steve pulls out his travel pouch for some leisurely woodcarving. Ah…all is well.
Ending the day with some quiet tapestry weaving.
May you find delight in your surroundings.
Happy adventuring, Karen
14 thoughts on “En Plein Air Weaving”
Just when I think God’s world cannot possibly be more beautiful, surprise! Wow, oh wow!
Big Bend National Park has been on my bucket list for years. I am so glad that you are adventuring there, Karen. At least I get to enjoy it vicariously.
You have a definite talent for tapestry weaving! I have yet to try that, also. Although I purchased a tapestry weaving book about a year thinking that I would like to try that,too, someday. For now I will just enjoy my bucket list vicariously with you. Keep posting, Karen!
Hi Annie, I hope you do make it out to Big Bend! It’s definitely worth the drive.
Thank you for your encouraging words about my tapestry weaving. I don’t feel very confident in that area. I like doing it, though, so I keep trying.
Happy weaving,
Karen
What a great way to retire! Exploring more of Texas is on my list. We made a trip to the hill country a couple of years ago and I thought I could surely give up my die-hard Yankee status.
May I ask what your warp and weft are, and approximate sett? Your tapestries are wonderful, don’t sell yourself short. The emotion and character of the subject/setting come through quite powerfully.
Hi Joanna, When you make it back to the hill country, be sure to come by for a visit!
The warp is 12/6 cotton rug warp; the sett is about 10 epi. I have 16/1 linen weft that alternates with the wool pattern weft. Most of the weft is 2 or 3 strands of wool – 6/2 Tuna and 6/1 Fårö wool, but there are a few other odds and ends mixed in.
I appreciate your kind thoughts so much! My intent is to present expressive tapestry weaving, and it sounds like that is what comes across to you.
Thanks for your reply. My hubby gave me a Mirrix Big Sister and I want to be sensible about the sett.
Your portrait of your granddaughter was so loving and the funny little gecko made me laugh every time I got a glimpse.
Thanks for the invitation. Same goes for you if you’re up in Colorado.
Just when I think God’s world cannot possibly be more beautiful, surprise! Wow, oh wow!
Nannette
Hi Nannette, The beauty of God’s world is all around. And He has given us so very much to explore!
All the best,
Karen
What a treat for you! Thank you for sharing photos of this part of our country. It’s breathtaking!
Hi Beth, It really was breathtaking to be up close to these spectacular mountains and vistas.
Karen
Love the photos and seeing what you are doing – thanks for sharing!
Hi Lynn! It’s great to hear from you. Thanks for stopping by!
Love,
Karen
Big Bend National Park has been on my bucket list for years. I am so glad that you are adventuring there, Karen. At least I get to enjoy it vicariously.
You have a definite talent for tapestry weaving! I have yet to try that, also. Although I purchased a tapestry weaving book about a year thinking that I would like to try that,too, someday. For now I will just enjoy my bucket list vicariously with you. Keep posting, Karen!
Hi Annie, I hope you do make it out to Big Bend! It’s definitely worth the drive.
Thank you for your encouraging words about my tapestry weaving. I don’t feel very confident in that area. I like doing it, though, so I keep trying.
Happy weaving,
Karen
Hi Karen,
What a great way to retire! Exploring more of Texas is on my list. We made a trip to the hill country a couple of years ago and I thought I could surely give up my die-hard Yankee status.
May I ask what your warp and weft are, and approximate sett? Your tapestries are wonderful, don’t sell yourself short. The emotion and character of the subject/setting come through quite powerfully.
Hi Joanna, When you make it back to the hill country, be sure to come by for a visit!
The warp is 12/6 cotton rug warp; the sett is about 10 epi. I have 16/1 linen weft that alternates with the wool pattern weft. Most of the weft is 2 or 3 strands of wool – 6/2 Tuna and 6/1 Fårö wool, but there are a few other odds and ends mixed in.
I appreciate your kind thoughts so much! My intent is to present expressive tapestry weaving, and it sounds like that is what comes across to you.
Happy weaving,
Karen
Thanks for your reply. My hubby gave me a Mirrix Big Sister and I want to be sensible about the sett.
Your portrait of your granddaughter was so loving and the funny little gecko made me laugh every time I got a glimpse.
Thanks for the invitation. Same goes for you if you’re up in Colorado.
Thanks!
Seeing your frame loom reminds me of days gone by.
Hi Linda, sounds like you have some good memories!
All the best,
Karen