Thursday, June 16, 2011

How do you eat an elephant?


One bite at a time.


That's what the mister always tells me when I'm facing a big project that seems never ending or overwhelming. The point is if you just take it one manageable piece at a time you can accomplish anything.

This weaving project is the epitome of that saying.


It seemed so daunting when I started that first lonely little row- I had so much more to do! Even a dozen or so rows in it felt like this project was going to be huge.

But I put that thought and of my mind. Instead I've been picking this up each evening to weave a few rows before I turn in for the night. And look-


I'm a quarter of the way done!

Now that I have some built up I can really see how the colors are starting to mix and line up with each other to form patterns. I love watching that random aspect unfold before my eyes.


7 comments:

  1. Seems like that elephant is going down well!
    Weaving is the next thing on my list of stuff to try, and I love what you've got so far. Pretty! :)

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  2. I love these colors you are using!

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  3. Thank you ladies! I love to read both your comments. I'm so happy you both took the time to leave them!!!

    Lisbonlioness- I can't wait to see your weaving project. I know you were also a big fan of Pam's tutorial!

    Which is here if anyone is interested and missed my other posts linking to it- http://gingerbreadsnowflakes.com/node/352

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  4. It's an elephant inside a weaving project, obviously :) [says a fan of The Little Prince]

    It looks like it takes a lot of time and patience. Personally I wouldn't go through the whole process if I had to do this frame. But what can't be cured must be endured, right:)

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  5. Thanks for leaving a comment Kookie. I like that- what can't be cured must be endured. I've never heard that before.

    The weaving project is fun- and relaxing... but the idea of it being so big seemed daunting until I took the "elephant approach". You have more restraint than I do... my eyes are usually bigger than my abilities when it comes to crafting- LOL.

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  6. I would NOT say that your eyes are bigger than your crafting abilities! Time available - well maybe! But you are taking it slow and not in a hurry to finish so you will get there.

    I love the emerging pattern and color play too. Always my favorite part.

    Thank you so much for sharing your progress on this gigantic piece! I will stick to my little 8x10's!

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