As a child, I learned that the most straightforward way to develop mastery was through regular practice. It doesn't need to be for hours, 5 minutes most days will lead to improvement. Taking breaks are important too! While I'm not spinning or weaving every day, I now work on both crafts regularly. That has lead to improvements in what I spin and what I weave (even when I make mistakes). However, there's one skill … [Read more...]
balance with paint
Almost a year ago I wrote an essay that was in large part about perfectionism. It's been a struggle to write up more about this topic, not because they'll be the wrong words and not (groan) perfect but because I really don't know how I want to articulate what's in my head. I have many friends who write eloquently. Sarah is one of them. Please go and read her recent post, "in which I exhort you to paint some perfect … [Read more...]
colour!
I have loved colouring books for a very long timeˆ though for reasons unknown I've not discussed them here. I even brought a couple of books and crayons with me to college (along with a milk crate of records, but that's another story). I've been delighted by the rise of adult colouring books (This one looks amazing). Last year's doodle project lead to a discovery that I love watercolours. I've been slowly … [Read more...]