One of the hardest things I am coming to learn about making up a pattern when creating something, is discovering that your vision for a project does not always come out the way you intended.
I actually finished what I thought would be a simple project 2 days ago, finally, and had typed up instructions. I even had pictures to post with it along the way. Unfortunately, the Gods were not smiling on me, and I've had to try another method for making it. My first attempt, even with using the glue stiffening method, is proving to be floppy and without support. This is leading me to reconsider my yarn choice and structure choice.
And I will admit it now, loathe though I am to do so, my sizing choice may have been a bit over zealous.
I'm trying to not say too much without giving away what I am doing, because I'd like it to be met with a little bit of "Oh now that is a great idea! Why hasn't anyone done that before now?" type of response.
I think I get why no one has done it before now. It's starting to be damn near impossible without a bunch of irritation.
I am hoping that once the glue wash on the cotton I have used so far has dried, it will be stiff and function as intended. until then, I work on Version 2.0, and pray for the best.
If not? It's back to the drawing board; but I do have a few ideas, so I've not completely given up yet!
Happy Weaving!
~Moxie
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