Forest Leaves Blanket
a blanket for all occasions, made in 2 pieces and hand stitched
woven in merino dyed with harakeke pods and acid dyes, hand spun romney dyed with indigo and marigold, and highlights of raw and fine Japanese silks. All these on a fine merino warp.
birds eye or pātikitiki, and twill combinations, are the designs woven into this piece. A warm and super soft textile.
Dimensions - see diagram
Width – 104cm
Length – 160cm with hand-knotted tassles
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Care
I wash each piece as soon as it leaves the loom. This evens up the fibres, cleans them and fluffs them up to look their best. Your weaving doesn't need excessive washing, wool is great for repelling dirt and moisture. To wash, by hand gently, a non chemical liquid works best, then a quick spin around the washing machine to get out the excess water or roll in a towel. Give the weaving a shake and gently pull the fibres across the width of the weaving. Hang in the breeze over a towel on the line until dry... Easy!!
Rolling up your weaving to travel or store will prevent and remove creases.
Word to the wise...
If you ever catch any of the fibres, gently pull the weaving widthwise and the fibres will disappear back into the fabric...
