Book Finished, Loom Started, Free Classes

First of all, I finished the book  that I started Tuesday night.  I finished it Wednesday night - it was one of those you have a hard time putting down. The ending was a real surprise with some twists and turns along the way.  In case you missed that post, it was Backseat Saints by Joshilyn Jackson.

After finishing the book, I decided to put a warp on the loom and get a new project started.  I found an interesting yarn that is what I call a zigzag yarn. It is grey with a white thread running through it which adds a nice texture.  I didn't think it would be a good warp thread so I saved it for the weft. For the warp I used a simply grey and added a few stripes of dark red for a color splash. Then I started weaving.

The red looks a little darker than in this picture.  I wanted to try a lace pattern called Leno in the weaving. So I did a  header of 20 straight plain weaves.  Then I did two rows of the Leno.
Here is a close up of the Leno section.

You can get a hint of the white running through the weft thread in this picture. What you can't tell, is that the white is a shiny thread and really adds a sparkle to the work. (I think the white is either rayon or nylon.)

I also want to tell you about two new FREE classes on Craftsy.
1.  Gail Kessler is teaching  "Piece, Patch, Quilt: Basic Quiltmaking Skills"  Even though I know the basics (at least I think I do)  I will be taking this class just as a great refresher.
2. Kirk Tuck is teaching "Professional Family Portraits"  I think this is a great class for all bloggers and anyone who is planning to take a Christmas card picture (hint hint)  I am also thinking we will learn some things that will carry over to making our blog pictures better.  Yes, I am signing up for this one also.

I love the classes on Craftsy and FREE is a price that can't be beat.  So, what are you waiting for?

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