ByCecil

Happy Friday before Christmas! I'm signing off until January when I can peel myself off the sofa. I unofficially finished work this week & have been sewing & watching Netflix. Some well-earned downtime before the madness of Christmas, Betwixmas & New Year. See you in 2024!⁠ ⁠

@mossgatherer_ I'm afraid this is where we part ways.

Due to being ill last week, I'll need to speed weave to get this commission finished. I'll be recolouring an existing pattern using yarn from my stash. Additionally, I'll be weaving one-off scarves to sell online and sampling for a range of sofa blankets to weave in January.

I'm working on a commission & want to ensure the warp is versatile. I'll experiment with ideas for a throw after lots of interest in my scarf that I accidentally washed at a higher temp. It shrunk to a lovely, dense weight & I'll use this as a basis for a collection of blankets.

My camera roll is full of B&W images for a quick commission before Christmas. This is a great way to choose colours for weaving: similar values for blending, and strong contrast for a bold look. What's your best advice for choosing colours?

@mossgatherer_ How do you fit toe warmers and good socks into your boots? I had very cold toes at the market I did at the weekend. Looking forward to seeing your lovely misty photos.

Textile enthusiasts! These new greeting cards featuring illustrated designs from the Eclectic Folk scarf collection will be available at the @n10creatives Winter Makers Fair this Sat. Perfect for colour & texture lovers. Find me outside Planet Organic from 10:30 am.

I wanted to share my 'If-I-did-my-own-shopping-this-is-what-I’d-gift-myself' list on this #ColourFriday. Full of amazing items from makers & companies I adore. Featuring extraordinary people & products made with love. bycecil.com/journal/the-if… Photo by Erwan Hesry on Unsplash

🎁 Find the Perfect Christmas Gift at our @N10creatives Makers Fair this Saturday. Indulge in ultimate relaxation with these handwoven silk & cotton eye pillows filled with linseed & lavender. Ideal for yoga, meditation, or simply unwinding after a long day.

🧣Brrr! It's cold out there! ❄️ But don't worry, I've got you covered with the cosiest merino wool scarves you've ever laid your hands on. Join us, this Saturday, for the @n10creatives Winter Makers Fair & try the scarves that will to keep you warm & stylish all winter long.

🎁 Get into the festive spirit this Saturday with the @n10creatives Winter Makers Fair. Join us for a delightful showcase of unique handmade goods and support our talented local makers. Don't miss this last chance to snag those perfect Christmas gifts in person. See you there!

I’m all set up in Cheltenham tonight, and looking forward to the @N10Creatives market next weekend!

I'm heading to the Craft Festival in Cheltenham this weekend. Come & visit me at stand 86 in the main hall. Doors open on Friday at 10 am. I'll be showcasing my new artwork exploring themes of strength & resilience through craft. Tickets available here: l8r.it/WbwC

Spread some holiday cheer with my new Eclectic Folk greeting cards. Inspired by woven scarves, these vibrant cards are sustainably crafted & available as individual cards or packs. Add your personalised message as they're blank inside. l8r.it/SUk2

@jamiesmart I’m happy with this. We’ve garnered much wisdom from Bunny vs Monkey.

Look, I can’t claim to understand Amazon’s rankings, but it seems if you draw a comic about a pig with a beard then that book can technically be classed as a philosophical bestseller 🤷🏻‍♂️

I'll be celebrating Christmas next weekend in Cheltenham with 100 incredible designer-makers, live demos & craft workshops for adults. Doors Open ⁠ Friday and Saturday, 10am-5pm⁠ Sunday 10am-4pm ⁠ Buy your tickets here: ticketsource.co.uk/craftfestival-…

I’ve been working my through this 3 metre warp at my stand in Made London this weekend. It’s been lovely to show people a little bit of how I work & weave. We’re here until 6pm today & 10.30-5 tomorrow. Come & see us at 10 White Lion Street, opposite Angel tube

@mossgatherer_ It would be lovely to actually meet you in person 😊

Good morning. We’re open here at #MadeLondon2023 until 6pm tonight through to Sunday at 5pm. There are over 120 fantastic makers, covering a wide range of crafts. It’s a fantastic show. Find us at The Block, 10 White Lion Street opposite Angel tube station.

@SueSal41757 Thank you 😊

@cecil_by So beautiful! 👏🏻👏🏻

An alternative view. The #StitchYourselfTogether collection has been woven as a double cloth, meaning the two sides of the textile are opposites.