May 2024

My Week at Shenandoah Creates: Exploring the Art of Paper Weaving

My third week on the road, I had the incredible opportunity to attend a workshop at Shenandoah Create, held at the picturesque Riverbend Ranch. https://www.shenandoahcreates.com/.  The experience was nothing short of magical as I delved deep into the world of paper weaving under the expert guidance of Annetta Kraayeveld. https://annettakraayeveld.com/. From the basics of painting […]

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A Journey of Friendship and Teaching: Week Two of My Travels

The second week of my travels was just as enriching and inspiring as the first, filled with friendship, teaching, and new experiences. My journey took me from the Shenandoah Valley to a quaint farm in West Virginia to the coastal beauty of Norfolk, Virginia, each location adding its own chapter to my story. First Stop

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A Week of Willow Weaving at Shenandoah Creates

This month, I had the marvelous opportunity to dive deep into the world of willow weaving at Shenandoah Creates, a retreat that blends artistic growth with leisure in the most harmonious ways. Under the guidance of Jo Campbell-Amsler, a master willow weaver from Iowa, I, along with other enthusiastic learners, embarked on an immersive journey

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Crafting Companions: Weaving a Charming Turtle from Paper or Ribbon

Welcome back to the Offerings of Wonder blog, where we explore the timeless art and endless creativity of basket weaving. Today, we’re delving into a delightful project that has captured the hearts of many of our weavers: creating a cute turtle from paper or ribbon. This project is perfect for weavers of all skill levels

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