#fingerbraiding

[wefty-weaver]

Got this project started back up again.

Currently working on the first half. It is at 45in in length at the moment. Still have about 36 inches of loose yarn left, which will give me a other 20-24 inches woven with some room to spare, I think.

[wefty-weaver]

Another look at the finished commission piece I was working on. Yes, this is the photo I sent my customer to tell them it was completed. I don't have a mannequin so I had to have my husband model it for me. 😆

I'm excited to see what they think of it when they see it in person. It's been a long time coming.

[wefty-weaver]

Okay, I did not expect that video I posted to blow up like it did. Thanks everyone!

There were several people who asked about any books I'd recommend. The following two books were the ones that I learned a majority of my patterns from.

Book #1

More below the cut.

This was the first book I had that my mom got me when I was 11. The directions are clear, easy to follow, and the added illustrations were a huge help. This was where I learned my base 5 patterns; Diagonal,

Chevron,

Diamond,

Lightning,

and Arrowhead.

I didn't learn the more advanced patterns until much later, with the next book.

Book #2

I didn't get this book until my early 20's. It also had clear directions with illustrations and graphs of the patterns to help with the learning process. This was where I learned the more complicated patterns like the Acadian,

Assomption,

and Flame patterns.

I'd recommend these two books for anyone starting out with fingerweaving. I wouldn't be at the skill level I'm at without them.

Anyways, I hope this helps anyone looking to start learning!

[wefty-weaver]

I have to give my wrist a break for a few days.

My tendinitis is acting up and now I have a bit of swelling going on.

In the meantime, here's one of my favorite pieces I've done. This was my first full sized flame pattern sash.

[wefty-weaver]

I FINALLY FINISHED IT!!!!!

This sucker is over 2 meters long and 20cm wide with a 20cm fringe.

Took me roughly 18months. . . .too long, but life got in the way. A lot.

Anyways, I will be shipping this off to a hopefully happy customer soon!

[wefty-weaver]

Up to 70cm on the second half! Only 30 more to go! Woot!

[wefty-weaver]

Up to 45/100cm on the second half. Finally got my wrist to cooperate.

[wefty-weaver]

I think I got a good start on the other half.

My wrist hates me again, hence the hiatus. It was not liking me last night after folding laundry.