This was my second attempt at paper weaving, and I wanted to explore beyond a simple over-and-under pattern. I experimented with different arrangements, colors, and styles, curious to see how much the pattern could change just by altering the placement of the strips.
There is a surprising amount of precision involved in paper weaving. Each strip must be measured and cut carefully, and even a small difference can affect the entire design. I enjoy that part of the process. It forces me to slow down, pay attention, and work patiently with my hands. At the same time, paper has its own little imperfections, which keep the finished piece from feeling too exact or mechanical.
The bright weaving became an exploration of color and repetition, while the black, white piece allowed me to play with a more complicated pattern. Each one taught me something different about balance, spacing, and how the strips move together.
Working on these pieces eventually led me toward weaving with yarn. Yarn offers more softness, texture, and freedom, while paper satisfies the part of me that enjoys clean lines and careful cutting. I do not think I am finished with either one. I may continue to move back and forth between paper and yarn, following whichever material draws me to the craft table that day.
That is often how creativity works for me. One idea quietly leads to another, and before I know it, I have found a new direction to explore.