I can follow a published weaving draft to the letter and expect to get the prescribed results. Or, I can change details and make the project reflect my own ideas. That’s creativity. And that’s why each handwoven piece reveals something about the one who made it.
![Two-block broken twill on 8 shafts. Lovely linen!](https://warpedforgood.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/IMG_0527-scaled.jpeg)
With every given draft, I determine the width and length for the project I want to weave, and make adjustments accordingly. That may mean adapting the threading sequence to fit. Sometimes I choose a different size of thread. In that case, I change the sett, as needed. Treadling variations also come into play as the fabric takes shape according to my preferences. I almost always choose my own colors. It’s in the colors that I find the most enjoyment of letting my creativity flow. What is your favorite element for creative expression?
![Weaving a linen table runner.](https://warpedforgood.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/IMG_0524-scaled.jpeg)
![Eight-shaft 2-block twill.](https://warpedforgood.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/IMG_0525-scaled.jpeg)
Creative ability is meant to be an expression of wisdom. Wisdom is a combination of things—experience, intellect, understanding—all put into practice. What you create makes your inmost contemplations visible. Each individual’s creativity is a small example that points to the most astounding example of all. Our Creator reveals his supreme wisdom in every facet of his creation. And you are a prime example of his wise attention to detail.
May your creativity blossom.
Happy Weaving,
Karen