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Imperfections: What Museum Pieces Have Taught Me About Letting Go
Is craftsmanship about the pursuit of perfection? After a transformative visit to see some historic garments, Caroline Feyling writes about embracing the beauty of imperfection in handcraft.
Boreal Ornament V: First Solo Exhibit at Vesterheim
Tara Austin has her first solo show at Vesterheim! In this blog post she writes about Boreal Ornament V, her exhibit that's on display now through September 22, 2024.
Rosemaled Range Hood
Craft adds unique and personal touches to the home. Using a technique she observed in Sweden, Resident Artisan Tara Austin took on a new project: rosemaling a range hood.
Crafting Through The Seasons
How does a working craftsperson find balance in their creative practice? In her latest blog post, Caroline Feyling discusses questions she's been pondering about seasonality, scheduling, and the pillars of a sustainable craft career.
Dahlias and 7th Octdala
Tara Austin started her Octdala paintings in 2022, a series inspired by the language of rosemaling. In this blog post, Tara writes about completing her 7th Octdala, inspired by the delightful dahlia.
Gamps: An Important Part of “Yarn Math”
Samples save heartache. In this blog post, weaver Caroline Feyling writes about gamps—an important step in the weaving process that can prevent trouble down the road.
The Language of Rosemaling
Languages contain distinct dialects that reveal clues about a speaker's home. Rosemaling can be seen as a visual language with many dialects. In this blog post, Tara Austin ponders the language of rosemaling and its future evolution.
Box Full of Stories: A Special Find at a Swedish Antique Shop
In her most recent blog post, Mary Tripoli writes about her travels through Sweden, including her surprising discovery at a craft-focused antique shop.
Textiles through Time
The industrial revolution forever changed the way people live and create. In Bergen, Norway, Liz O'Brien visited a knitting factory museum to get a deeper understanding of textiles through time.
“Modern” Design in Antique Textiles
A visit to the Västernorrlands Museum unearthed a treasure trove of plattväv coverlets. In this blog post, Caroline Feyling shows us the surprisingy modern feel of these 19th-century pieces.