This is a huge project. Four shades of blue from dark to light span the nearly one-and-a-half-meter-long rug. I have reached the final color-transition section. I am eagerly awaiting the day this rug will be rolled out!
My measuring ribbon shows me where to make the color changes. I alternate two weft colors (C and D) through the transition area to blend the hues. All the while, I stop after every half-unit of four picks to manage the draw cords. A graphed chart tells me exactly which of the 164 draw cords to pull or release. In this way the graphic designs are woven into the rug, row by row. I weave in quiet, allowing me to put full attention on each move.
We need hope in these unsettling times. Jesus invites us to admit our fears and failures, and put our trust in him, and follow him. And this is the message Jesus gives his followers: I am always with you. The Lord gives strength and courage. As our Grand Weaver, he has his full attention on us. So be strong and take courage.
May you have hope that lasts.
Love,
Karen
Thank you for the words of encouragement today.
God bless you.
Hi Linda, This is a time to encourage each other. Thank you for your part, too.
God bless you,
Karen
Please send a photo when the rug is finished. Happy Easter! He is risen!
Hi Linda, I will certainly show photos of the finished rug! I’m eager to see it rolled out myself.
He is risen indeed!
Karen
Pretty colors. I noticed the pattern is reversed on the back. Or, is there an actual back once it is cut from the loom?
We now have a Palm Sunday grandson. He came quickly. 15 minutes from leaving the house.
In their hospital, dads were allowed in with admission, but have to stay the entire time. They are not allowed in if they leave. This is where modern technology comes to play. 31 seconds of video played over and over by the toddler who is fascinated by his baby brother.
We are watching the toddler and entertaining him with driveway chalk art. The neighbors are enjoying this as much are he is.
The stories to be told at future Thanksgiving tables…. none of which are relevant to your beautiful weaving. Except… the enjoyment of God’s gifts.
And of course. This is Wisconsin. The game playing with this year’s election. It makes my head hurt.
This is a remarkable Holy Week.
Thank you for making the world a better place.
Hi Nannette, You are correct, the pattern is reversed on the back. Who knows, maybe I’ll use the back as the main side. Or, probably flip it over from time to time.
I’m glad your new grandson had a healthy entrance. Congratulations!
With resurrection in mind,
Karen