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About spinweaverbarbara

I have been steadily weaving since 1980. I enjoy sharing and passing on my learning.

Kangaroos at last

Posted on May 17, 2013 by spinweaverbarbara

Even though we kept a sharp lookout when driving through the countryside, we have been unable to see any kangaroos or other wildlife in the wild.  After a reminder from the Grand-kids that they want to see “real kangaroos – … Continue reading →

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Western Australia Alpaca Show

Posted on May 8, 2013 by spinweaverbarbara

The Western Australia Alpaca Show, held at Whiteman Park about 30 minutes outside of Perth, was a marvelous way to see lots of Alpacas of many colours and learn more about this lovely animal.  I believe alpacas are elegant looking … Continue reading →

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Spinning with the Western Australia Guild

Posted on May 6, 2013 by spinweaverbarbara

April Spinning Day with the Western Australia Spinners Weavers and Dyers Guild was lots of fun with a turnout of about 25 people.  The day was warm and sunny, but not too hot.  The group set up their spinning wheels … Continue reading →

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Fremantle

Posted on April 26, 2013 by spinweaverbarbara

We took a day trip to the city of Fremantle, more affectionately known as Freo, which is the port city about 30 minutes out of Perth.  Fremantle is a quirky little city with a great  blend of old and new, … Continue reading →

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Anzac Day

Posted on April 26, 2013 by spinweaverbarbara

Anzac day is set aside to honor the Australians who lost their lives in wars and conflicts around the world, including those young men and boys, aged from 15 – 45 who fought in World War I. In Perth, over … Continue reading →

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Creative Ebb and Flow

Posted on April 19, 2013 by spinweaverbarbara

Feeling at a low ebb creatively, like I am not making progress today.  I am trying to put a hand-dyed silk warp on the loom.  The warp is a mixture of several small lots of silk threads left over from … Continue reading →

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Crackle Completed

Posted on April 13, 2013 by spinweaverbarbara

Over the last two weeks, both in Australia, and in Coquitlam, I challenged myself to complete some projects in Crackle Weave.  These needed to be ready for a photo shoot to advertise the workshop that I will be teaching in … Continue reading →

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One Week in British Columbia

Posted on April 12, 2013 by spinweaverbarbara

I’m back in BC for one week – reconnecting with family and friends.  This is an important week for me, with my daughter’s birthday, and my birthday coming at the start and end of the week.  The weather here is … Continue reading →

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East of Perth

Posted on March 30, 2013 by spinweaverbarbara

After some debate we bought a car – a serviceable 2001 Toyota Avalon.  We can resell the car at the end of our term, and still spend less than renting a car every other weekend. Today we took a road … Continue reading →

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Getting Around in Perth

Posted on March 27, 2013 by spinweaverbarbara

Perth is a very pretty city.  Located on the Swan River, Perth is the capital of Western Australia, and has a population of about 2 million.  Our apartment is within the Central Business District of Perth, where so much is … Continue reading →

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