Handweaving in Iceland!

A project in Brockville, Canada by Stephanie Price
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Iceland Artist in Residency funding
Backers: 39
Average Pledge Per Backer: $83 CAD

Funded: $3,233 CAD of $2,000 CAD
Dates: Dec 27th -> Feb 25th (60 days)
Project By: Stephanie Price
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Latest News

We did it!!!! Fully funded!!

February 25th - via: kickstarter.com
Thank you all so much! The campaign just ended and exceeded it’s original goal. I feel blessed to have had such success with this. I am looking forward to getting to know each of you and find out how each of you want your projects customized. In... (Read More)

Akureyri side trip

February 25th - via: kickstarter.com
All of our group took a day and travelled through the mountain pass to the next closest city Akureyri. About half way there, we found this amazing site. It is turf houses that were first occupied in the late 800’s, and the last resident moved out... (Read More)

Last few hours!

February 24th - via: kickstarter.com
I just wanted to let you all know how much I appreciate your support and how grateful I am for this once in lifetime opportunity! I have learned from artists all over the world and the amazing staff here and made friendships that span the globe. This... (Read More)

Next project for the loom!

February 21st - via: kickstarter.com
I am preparing the loom today for the northern lights scarf! It will be woven in an undulating twill, like how the northern lights seem to wave. We are also going to see a local shepherdess today and see how she process and dyes her wools.  (Read More)

Project off the loom

February 20th - via: kickstarter.com
1st project off the loom, 2nd almost ready to tie on! Just have to fringe ends, add beads and wet finish!  (Read More)

Weaving.

February 16th - via: kickstarter.com
After a crash course in Swedish looms and a full day of fiddling around, I am finally weaving.  (Read More)

Storm on its way! Storm chips acquired!

February 13th - via: kickstarter.com
We are currently experiencing the calm before the storm. Tomorrow we are supposed to get a cyclone, believe it or not! It is about -15 today, but no winds and clear, we have been told to prepare and stock up on enough groceries for Friday &... (Read More)

mote pictures!

February 9th - via: kickstarter.com
Everywhere you look are inspiring views. I am working on getting a loom threaded, spinning up some Icelandic sheep’s wool, that I got at the wool washery and to adjust to the time change. Just wanted to share some of what’s happening. Hoping to... (Read More)

Visiting the Wool Washery

February 7th - via: kickstarter.com
All the wool in Iceland comes to this tiny little town to be processed! Here are some pictures of the wool washery here in Blönduós.  (Read More)

views from studios!!

February 6th - via: kickstarter.com
Amazing views all around.  (Read More)

Link to video for views and school!!!

February 6th - via: kickstarter.com
https://www.facebook.com/stephanie.odonnell.price/videos/10219686756493119/ Take a peek! I will be posting videos every few days of my weaving progress and if any of you are interesting in having any of the pieces I am weaving as your reward, please... (Read More)

Beautiful!

February 5th - via: kickstarter.com
What a beautiful space to be inspired in! I am meeting everyone today, getting settled and will start weaving, spinning and dying soon. Thank you for the support, this means I will be able to spend the second month here and be able to get more time... (Read More)

Fly day!

February 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
Today is fly day!! Thank you all for the amazing support. I will be posting daily photos and updates as my trip progresses. Cheers! Steph 💗🇮🇸🇨🇦  (Read More)

Countdown is on!!

January 29th - via: kickstarter.com
While I am watching the minutes, hours and days countdown, I am working on some snow dying. I appreciate all your support. The funds raised will be used towards my second months residency fees, food, transportation and flight home. I have already... (Read More)

Update!

January 19th - via: kickstarter.com
I am busy making lists, packing supplies and double checking to make sure I don’t forget anything! Please let me know by message if anyone has any specific colour ways they prefer to have their item woven in, I just want to make sure I have all the... (Read More)

Planning!

January 12th - via: kickstarter.com
Well, my ticket is booked!! I arrive in Iceland on Feb 3. My days are now filled with planning, reading, and winding warps and making lists of things I need. The countdown is on!! Again, much appreciation and thanks for your support.   (Read More)

Update!

January 7th - via: kickstarter.com
Well, I am finally feeling better and back at my looms and spinning wheels! I have a couple of projects to finish up before I can start packing things up for Iceland! Please be thinking about what colours & colour schemes you are wanting for your... (Read More)

Hi All! Bouncing ideas around.

January 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
I haven’t forgotten about you all, I will be posting the stretch goal in the next couple of days. I have the flu and need to recover. 🤧😷 I will be posting the options to add a trivet and dishcloth to every level for an additional $25, as well... (Read More)

Stretch Goal!

January 1st - via: kickstarter.com
Going to be doing Trivets and dishtowels as a stretch goal. Just have to figure out the details. Travelling today, so got those last visits with family in and now to get back to my studio, The Loomy Bin! Look for an update on the stretch goals... (Read More)

Feeling Amazing! A wonderful way to ring in 2020

December 31st - via: kickstarter.com
All I can say is that I am feeling so thankful at this time, to meet goal and not have to cancel my dream Artist in Residency ❤️.  I wasn’t expecting the outpouring of support from this amazing community.  Now, to think of a stretch goal, if... (Read More)

Photos of former projects.

December 28th - via: kickstarter.com
I am visiting family for Christmas, but had few pictures stored on my phone.  Custom historic size wool floor runner - 18 meters. Cotton bath towels. Award winning sheep to shawl competition. Another award winning sheep to shawl competition Wool... (Read More)

WOW! Off to an amazing start!!!

December 28th - via: kickstarter.com
Hand dyed, handwoven scarf Thank you all so much for the love and support!! Thought I’d share a couple photos of finished work.   (Read More)

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