Here Winnie gives us a real life, real time demonstration of Helena's tapestry techniques.
A quick snap shot of a few members of our local group! Many of them are weavers and quilters.
We were also introduced to Fika. Fikas are happy afternoon gatherings between friends. Similar to our US version of a coffee break. Below is a photo of the lovely Swedish Fika we all enjoyed at Winnie's!
Links to more info about Helena Hernmarck.Weaving a Story (There's an awesome video included with this link - don't miss it)
The Glimpse Wool and linen; weft-faced with discontinuous weft patterning
The Minneapolis Institute of Arts
Mitt lilla hus - This blog is written in Swedish but has some great photos of Helena's work.
Helena Hernmarcks book at Amazon.com
Do you belong to a fiber arts group? Tell us about your group in the comments section below. If you don't have a group you might want to start one of your own. It's amazing the talent and camaraderie you will find in your own back yard!
Note - Winnie Johnson owns and operates Woodland Cottage a Textile and Craft Retreat Center.
2 comments:
Wonderful way to spend the day. I have a little loom I found in a thrift, one of these days, I will use it. I thought it would be fun to make table mats and runners with it.
Debbie
Hello, Just found you googl'ing Helena Hernmarck. Today I took a few pictures of Ms. Hernmark's colossal "Urn" tapestry in Atlanta. All taken through the window. It's a stunning centerpiece of a 7-story lobby.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/terrykearns/4295954646/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/terrykearns/4295206601/
Best wishes,
Terry
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