Momentum
Project momentum.
Long projects, those that take months, even years, have their own rhythm. Interest and time available wax and wane, but at some point, when enough of the preliminary steps have been taken, momentum increases, the project takes on an urgency, and compels finishing.
But before that point is the slog...
This photo, of the loom and the very beginning of the weaving, was dated January 2013.
No part of this is instant gratification. Yarns are spun. Yarns are dyed. The loom is set up and the weaving progresses. It is easy to be distracted by something new! Or other life commitments. But for me, if I can keep the original plan in my mind, no matter how many times I have had to adjust, compromise or accommodate because the materials or my skills cannot produce my ideas exactly, I can pick up the threads and continue.
The bag construction is slow step by step, consuming time. I am improving, gaining skills, getting quicker, more sure of the process, and more familiar with the tools and materials. Stitching is fun to do!
And in the end, a new travel bag. I am traveling! with the bag! Again, to visit I these munchkins:
Long projects, those that take months, even years, have their own rhythm. Interest and time available wax and wane, but at some point, when enough of the preliminary steps have been taken, momentum increases, the project takes on an urgency, and compels finishing.
But before that point is the slog...
This photo, of the loom and the very beginning of the weaving, was dated January 2013.
No part of this is instant gratification. Yarns are spun. Yarns are dyed. The loom is set up and the weaving progresses. It is easy to be distracted by something new! Or other life commitments. But for me, if I can keep the original plan in my mind, no matter how many times I have had to adjust, compromise or accommodate because the materials or my skills cannot produce my ideas exactly, I can pick up the threads and continue.
The bag construction is slow step by step, consuming time. I am improving, gaining skills, getting quicker, more sure of the process, and more familiar with the tools and materials. Stitching is fun to do!
And in the end, a new travel bag. I am traveling! with the bag! Again, to visit I these munchkins:
posted by Sara at 6:38 AM
3 Comments:
Welcome back! You and your posts were really missed.Your bag is beautiful and I'm so glad that you shared it with us!
Good for you coming to the finish line and on to those of most importance! Relieved as I was beginning to wonder if I needed to search the local paper for a missing weaver report.Have a blast with the babes!
Glad to see you posting again. I didn't get a chance but wanted to thank you so much for your workshop in Bend. I really felt like you opened a new door for me with the silk. And now card weaving! I wish I had looked at your sample loom closer...happy travels with your lovely new bag!
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