by StaceyW | Jun 10, 2012 | Art, Education, Jacquard weaving, textiles, Weaving
It’s the time of year for graduate shows, and I went to the University of Derby shows this week. I was particularly interested in one weaver, Caroline Goellner, an Austrian who has only been weaving since September. When visiting the weaving sheds to discuss...
by StaceyW | Jun 3, 2012 | Life
This week I have found my philosophy of life, contained in the activities of Winnie-the-Pooh, Piglet, Tigger, Rabbit, Eeyore, Kanga and Roo, Owl and Christopher Robin. I have always loved the books Winnie-the-Pooh and The House at Pooh Corner, finding great affection...
by StaceyW | May 20, 2012 | Art, Education, Life, Philosophy, Psychology, Publications, Teaching, textiles, Weaving
What a bumper few days! A book launch with an accompanying exhibition, the Stroud International Textile Festival exhibition, and a textiles seminar in three days! Food for the eyes, the brain and the soul! Taken in the order I experienced them, firstly a book launch...
by StaceyW | May 13, 2012 | Life, Nature, Philosophy, Psychology
Maybe it’s because of the milestone birthday I’ve reached, or maybe it’s because of studying for an MA and being challenged to challenge and think deeply about everything, but I’ve become more and more aware of how little we appreciate the...
by StaceyW | May 6, 2012 | Life, Philosophy, Psychology, Teaching, Weaving
Over the past couple of months, life has been challenging in a number of ways. But one constant throughout all the challenges has been weaving. Whether teaching, preparing for workshops, or planning and weaving my own projects, weaving has kept my thoughts positive,...
