May 19 2008
Minou Wrap
Once the warp is tied up on the loom, it is possible to have a finished woven garment within a few hours. The longest stretch of time comes from threading the heddles and sleying the reed (not as violent of an act as it sounds, although it does involve a hook!)
I had virtually no problems with this yarn and warp combination – the tension stayed steady throughout, and it gave me a boost of confidence considering some of the other “learning experiences” I have had with the loom of late.
This time, I chose a very textural yarn, Pingouin Minou, that has been in the stash for some time. It is a thick-and-thin cotton/rayon blend with the little slubs of cotton, and the shiny ply of rayon. I picked it up in a trade last year from Sarah – but as to the provenance, I am not sure. The tag says “Made in Brazil”, but a Google search reveals very little, so I am assuming that it is long discontinued. Too bad, because it was definitely a treat to weave with…
Loaded up two episodes of This American Life podcast, set the pedals for a plain weave, and a few hours later, I had a finished shawl. Seven feet long, fifteen inches wide finished shawl. Weaving is meditation, but it is also production – it just goes so quickly compared to knitting!
I have to admit, this was yarn/warp initially slated to be a baby blanket. However, as I worked it up, I realized it was not the right kind of fabric for a baby – too drapey and with uneven textures. So, what kind of garment works well with drape and textures? hmmm… a wrap. A wrap for me. Perfect. (Baby can get booties or a bib, just like all the others!)
Bonafide love for my new wrap. Not only is the color amazing, but the texture! I am definitely a happy weaver. The yarn definitely looks better in this form than sitting in a bag on my stash shelf!
The color and the texture are SO SO perfect! This is beautiful. You make me want to weave.
So beautiful. I can’t wait to see more!
Bonafide gorgeousness. Love the nubbly-ness
Wonderful! The yarn worked really well and I love the colour. I bet you bought the yarn for something else entirely never thinking you would end up weaving with it.
Wonderful color (one of my favorites!) and the texture is lovely, too. I want to weave, too now!
this is stunning! love the color. (by the way, hi there! i’ve been lurking for awhile. thought it was time to say hello.)
This is gorgeous! I love the open, nubby texture. I really want to learn to weave!
Stunning! That is a gorgeous shawl. I really like the pictures of the weaving process.
It’s gorgeous Lolly. Really, really beautiful!
It’s gorgeous! I love the color!
This is absolutely lovely. The color and texture are wonderful. I really want to learn to weave someday, but it’ll have to wait until I’ve exhausted my love affair with sewing right now.
ohhh lovely! The itch for weaving is getting ever so close!
That is gorgeous, and you are making me want to weave big time. I am getting such a kick out of the yarn name though, since it translates as Penguin Kitty!
I am speachless Lolly! What a beautiful piece of work! You really are passionate about weaving and the results definetely show so!
It’s really beautiful. I love the color and texture. Tom would be proud
What a beautiful color on you! The texture looks fabulous – great weaving!!
Lolly, it’s just beautiful!
It’s absolutely lovely!
Wow! So fabulous. The yarn is beautiful, and the fabric is perfect for it. Yum.
That’s just lovely! The texture looks so inviting, and that turquoise suits you perfectly. I’m really enjoying your weaving stories and watching you learn!
I love it! I’d love to try weaving some day. It looks like a lot of fun.
Wow – nice work! And it looks absolutely fab on you.
I’ve been interested with your progress with the weaving, and even though this appears to be a simplistic project (though, what do I know!), the end result is quite stunning. I love the texture, color, everything. Kudos! (Also, I want one! lol)
so pretty, and lovely on you…
Beautiful! I’m impressed that you had no problems with that slubby warp. What did you sett it at?
I am so very impressed (and jealous!) I always had a tougher time warping with those nubblies—–see you are just the Lolliest!
gorgeous, it looks wonderful on you!
Very nice!
I think that yarn looks fantastic woven. The colour is perfect for you too.
it certainly is beautiful!
That is just gorgeous! You are tempting me with this weaving stuff!
You make me want to learn to weave. But I know it’s just the crafter’s excitement talking, and I can’t possibly take on another craft. So, my dear, it looks like I’ll have to live vicariously.
I am amazed at the beauty of that scarf. Make me one ;D
Beautiful!! I lovelovelove the color!
Lovely!!!
That is gorgeous!
The wrap is beautiful! I love that color of blue.
that smile certainly confirms how happy you are with your new wrap. looks lovely – great job!
It looks stunning on you, Lolly!
Wow, this is so beautiful! I’d love to learn how to weave too..
How cool! I’ve been thinking about getting into weaving… Sigh… But that’s after a wheel. Good work, looks very lovely
Very cool! I never would have thought of knitting with that yaen – but looks amazing as a woven wrap!! Great job!
I am in love with the texture of the wrap! And the color is absolutely gorgeous on you.
Stunning!
Fantastic! woo hoo!
Beautiful Lolly, I have loom/weaving envy, I’ve wanted to learn to do that for more years than I’d like to admit and now my youngest daughter has expressed an interest, maybe one of these days we will be able to try it out! For now, I will just enjoy your gorgeous creations
Fabulous!
Stunning! Great color on you as well!
Lolly-you’ve gone and done it again…this is lovely…
Gorgeous!
So beautiful! Love the texture!
It’s so beutiful!
Awesome!
OMG that is GOR-geous! LOVE the color/texture! …so it’s faster than knitting, eh?
that is beautiful – I love the thick and thin texture!
This is gorgeous, Lolly! I was wondering about the progress of the “baby blanket”!
Lolly, you are tempting me to start weaving! (Let’s not let me husband hear that…)
It is beautiful.
Wow!! That is so pretty I love that color. Isn’t it fun to just go to your stash and find something so beautiful as that?
I’m so glad to see that yarn get put to use! And such a lovely end result, too. I think it’s much prettier woven than it would have been knit…
Great job, Lolly!
you’re making me seriously consider getting a loom…. stop that
i live in an itty bitty apartment!! hahaha… but it’s gorgeous and i love it!! great job!!
Very pretty! The weaving still amazes me. Stunning!
The shawl is amazing; I especially love the texture. Weaving does seem to be a soothing process, from what I’ve seen.
Wow, your wrap is beautiful. I have to admit, I’ve never really had an interest in weaving — but I think I take that back now!
It’s exactly this kind of textured piece that makes me want to weave. So inspiring, Lolly!
Very Beautiful Color and Texture.
What everyone else has said. Great color, great texture. Just plain yummy!
o god I love this and the colour is incredible!
Ooooh luscious color *drool*
Must resist loom… that really did come out gorgeous though!
Oh beautiful! I would have thought all those nubblies would be hard to weave with (knowing absolutely nothing about weaving) but they make the texture look amazing.
Wow, that’s what I call instant gratification of the best kind.
I wonder if I could fit a loom into my little house….
I can’t even tell you how much I love this wrap. I hope you bring it to Nova Scotia so I can see it in person!!
amazing! and it appears as though you really are smitten aren’t you? as well you should be! C’est parfait!
I’m loving that texture too, and it has such a nice drape to it!
I’m glad that you addressed how this went from being for a baby to being for you – I did think that was a little funny
In any case, I’m glad that you’re keeping, as it is unique and beautiful. The texture is really fabulous!
how beautiful from start to finish.
Gorgeous!!
Wow – what a beautiful color and texture! I’d love to take up weaving and spinning too someday, maybe when I’m retired – still a long way off, though!
Lolly, that is beautiful. I think that it must be the best way to use that type of yarn to its full effect.
I love the fabric that was created by weaving this yarn! It is totally different to the one that would have resulted from knitting it. The texture is awesome, and the colour looks great on you! It will be the perfect thing to wear during your trip in Nova Scotia: it won’t make you hot, but it will keep off the chill one can feel on the sea shore.
Love the color! It’s always gratifying to make something so perfectly in tune with our personalities and our lifestyles. I kind of wish I could weave now because I would totally wear that wrap daily.
I love that yarn as a woven fabric. Look like it drapes beautifully!
The scarf so pretty and nubbly, and it totally looks store-bought–and I mean that in a good way!
Absolutely beautiful!
This is *beautiful*!! The texture, of course, but also the colour. Lovely work, lady!
This is amazing! Lovely color and drape. yum, yum=)
That wrap is gorgeous! I agree that the color and the texture are wonderful. Wear it well.
Now I know why I’ve been so drawn to woven scarves and shawls lately. It’s your weaving voodoo magic! The wrap is truly beautiful — the color and the texture are so lovely.
adore it and the colours… brilliant and so suits you
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So pretty! I love the texture of it!
WOW, this is really gorgeous. The texture… just great.
Learning to weave is something I want for some time now. Your wrap makes my wish a little more urgent!
Enjoy this beautiful piece!
this is absolutely beautiful! i have always wanted to learn how to weave, but now after seeing all of your projects, i’m really itching to try it!
What a stunning color!
WOW! So beautiful in color and texture! Love it!
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