making your own fabric

Discussion in 'Fashion and Crafts' started by The Acid Queen, May 22, 2005.

  1. The Acid Queen

    The Acid Queen Member

    Messages:
    322
    Likes Received:
    0
    My mom is getting into the craft of weaving her own fabric. Does anyone else do this? I watch her weave the thin little thread into this huge fabric with beautiful patterns, and it's amazing.

    Who else does this?
     
  2. Wonder Girl

    Wonder Girl rhapsody in pink

    Messages:
    2,313
    Likes Received:
    0
    Wow,I would love to do that. How long does it take your Mom to make a large piece of fabric?
     
  3. The Acid Queen

    The Acid Queen Member

    Messages:
    322
    Likes Received:
    0
    Since she's still somewhat of a beginner at it, it usually takes her about two weeks for a large, generous piece of fabric. She's been doing it for about two months now, and she's created three pieces.

    You should see the loom for it... it's huge!!!! :)
     
  4. Wonder Girl

    Wonder Girl rhapsody in pink

    Messages:
    2,313
    Likes Received:
    0
    That is so cool. I love watching those Native American ladies using looms to make those huge rugs and fabrics...it's amazing to see the pattern take shape. It's beautiful.
    That would be a good hobby. I would like to say that not only did I sew the clothes I make but I also made the fabric :D
     
  5. lace_and_feet

    lace_and_feet Super Member

    Messages:
    7,015
    Likes Received:
    2
    That sounds amazing and I commend anyone with the patience to finish such an endeavor.

    You should post some pictures!
     
  6. supermommy

    supermommy wannabe crackho

    Messages:
    1,828
    Likes Received:
    1
    Wow that would be super cool...my patience would take a beating tho..
     
  7. Faerie

    Faerie Peachy

    Messages:
    4,073
    Likes Received:
    3
    My ex-boyfriends mom did that.. I loved to watch her work.. It was really cool.. The loom toook up so much of the basement... she was gonna teach me but unfortunatly her son sucked and I had to break up with him.. I was soooo sad abount not seeing her anymore
     
  8. gdhmomchild

    gdhmomchild Duct tape abuser

    Messages:
    2,270
    Likes Received:
    2
    May is a weaver, you may wanna give her a pm. She sews, but I know weaving is probably her first love.
     
  9. Natural_mystic19

    Natural_mystic19 Member

    Messages:
    228
    Likes Received:
    0
    I Wanna Do That!
     
  10. The Acid Queen

    The Acid Queen Member

    Messages:
    322
    Likes Received:
    0
    I would love to post pictures of her creations, and while she's weaving (because she looks so involved :) )... but I don't have a digital camera. :(
     
  11. peacelovebarefeet

    peacelovebarefeet BuRniN oNe...

    Messages:
    2,363
    Likes Received:
    3
    my aunt does it, and YEP the loom is GIGANTIC
     
  1. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
    By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.
    Dismiss Notice