Fellow pin-loom weaver Teresa Evans recently acquired the new Original Diamond F loom, because she wants to make Greta Holmstrom’s amazing Star Shawl from the Little Looms Fall 2023 magazine.
Teresa posted this picture, excitedly showing her sampling efforts.
“Oh, that looks pretty” I thought instantly, and then “Wait a minute … there are five points, not six! And it still looks awesome!”
I had to try it, so I “re-purposed” some diamonds from another project and made a 5-point and a 6-point star. Both work just fine, and the reason is that the flexible bias edging allows for both layouts to settle as needed!
I shared my observations with Teresa, and after a good laugh about her not-intended 5-point star, we instantly started brainstorming Christmas decorations …
What started as an “oops” is turning into a great holiday crafting opportunity.
And Abby the Tabby will make sure that Teresa is getting it right this time … for both projects, the shawl and the Christmas decorations …
Photo credits: All photos except the two-star sample picture are provided by Teresa Evans. Used with permission. All rights reserved.
I love this! đ
Thank you, Lynda! Let the fun begin …
I love âoopsâ moments in hexagon weaving. They lead to some interesting design interpretations. Do you remember my âhappy dilemmaâ with my first attempt at weaving the Janus hexagon?
Oh, my goodness! Yes, oopses are great. Make us think “outside the box”.