The Do-Over, Again

Greetings Weaving Friends!  How many times have we been asked “How long did it take you to make that?”  I think I will start answering with “Which version?”  It has been 3 weeks and I am still working with my Homage to Victor pattern.  Each version improves upon the last. I’ve changed out my warp threads and turned to matte black beads for the outlines.  I went with more primary and contrasting colors, and relied less on subtle differences in finish to create the necessary contrast.   I am developing an edging using the off loom beading techniques of brick and square stitch.  Even as I work this one, I am planning the next version, with white warps.  And still, I wonder how it might look with a warp space for every bead..so there might be another do-over after that.  Meanwhile…I am thrilled with the pattern and the shifting optical illusion. Stay tuned…I hope it ends up a “finished” version at some point.

Julia L. Hecht

Owner / Designer

Poppyfield Bead Company

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