S1E1 : The Best Solution is often the Simplest with Scott Norris

Our first full episode! This week we kick things off talking with Scott Norris of Elam’s Widow. Scott is a prolific weaver who lives in Mass. Working out of his converted garage, he creates beautiful heirloom fabrics using hand dyed linen. His pieces have evolved over time to a select palette, precise structures, and a luscious, crisp hand. We met Scott when he came to speak  at our weaver’s guild about the work he does. We then properly met him on the Working Weaver’s Studio Trail that takes place every October in Western Massachusetts. His studio was open and inviting. Continue Reading…

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One of our favorite things about being professional weavers are the connections we make not only with other weavers but with others in the supply chain. Through discussions with weavers, manufacturers, show promoters, and patrons of the fiber arts on this podcast we hope to build depth, transparency, and connection within the weaving community. in our upcoming episodes we cover topics ranging from our first big sale to our biggest mistakes. What it’s like going to shows and how the community has changed over the years. But best of all, we answer weaving questions submitted by you! (click here to Continue Reading…

We are Starting a Podcast!

During this podcast we will be answering your questions, or finding weavers who can. We will also be interviewing amazing professional weavers about their career, how they got where they are, and what makes weaving special to them. We are accepting questions from weavers of all levels, and are very interested to hear your questions so send them our way below!