I have an idea for a small tapestry.
There has been a call for entries for a theme: Between the Lines.
I thought about it for a while, even started a mind map. Then I returned to my ideas of a labyrinth - walking between the lines.
The size called for is quite small, 20cm square, at most. So I knew that my previous labryinth pieces (here) were too complicated for that design. I am now going to go for one base on a tree shape. I have drawn up a couple of cartoons (the term used for tapestry plans). I coloured them, thinking that I might go through the colour wheel, as I really love playing with colour blending. They are not as complicated as one I tried earlier!
Then I got out one of my tubs of yarns - the yellows and browns. So the colour plan is totally changed!! I am also influenced by the idea of the outside of the path being a bit rough/textured.
This is what I have found. It has totally changed my plan. I think I will do what I have been finding helpful recently - go with the flow: have a basic idea and let it grow. So I am going to warp up the loom and start, then see what develops. Use the basic idea but don't worry about the colour plan. What could go wrong?
Oh, I have also decided to continue using the yellow warp - that really influences my designs as the moment.
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Update: I have decided to use the green warp. I did it today - reminder for self, it is darker and harder to see, don't do it at dusk!
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