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New Zealand - Day 2

Today was ALLLLL about weaving. I learned SO much about rigid heddle weaving looms and the differences between their different looms. We got to play with lots of woven items. BY FAR our favorite was this blanket (Teresa is contemplating how she can take it home).


They take tea time very seriously...and I LOVE it!!! I am now completely addicted.


We received a demonstration of how to assemble the looms...they are easier than expected...but do have a couple quirky bits to keep an eye on! It was nice to see a professional put one together!


Then it was time to warp my own loom and I learned SOOOOOOOOOOOOOO much!!! I feel so confident warping and actually ENJOYED IT!!!!! Need your loom warped? I'm your girl! :)


By NOOOOO means it this an example of great weaving (it's the 3rd thing I've ever woven) but it goes to show you don't have to be good at something to try it. I improved as I went and got some tips and tricks on how to get even better. It's like knitting...I just need to practice and get more time under my belt. I'm really excited to finish it off tomorrow.


After a long day of learning...the Ashfords invited us to their home for dinner. Their gardens were just gorgeous and they made us the best dinner.





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