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Reflection Collection

Handweaving

Sep 1

Written By dani ortman

Organic Cotton + Hand dyed silk

Handwoven Scarves.

www.daniortman.com

Introducing: Recycled Cotton

Article: Globe & Mail

I REFLECT ON WHAT IT TAKES TO CRAFT AN OBJECT WHICH HOLDS SPACE AND ENDURES TIME
A NARRATIVE THAT SPEAKS TO THE VITALITY OF CLOTH, MAINTAINING VALUE THROUGH INTEGRAL DESIGN

I am really excited to be weaving again after a long season of studying. I’m offering one of my favourite patterns as a special edition. This one is suitable as a functional textile or an oversized scarf/large shawl. Special order only, please

If I’m weaving a collection in a single coloured warp I will always produce one of the pieces in tone-on-tone. If the pattern is especially intricate it can be a bit more difficult, so I always weave those ones last. By the last one I typically

For many years my handweaving has been a channel, it is the way I express a connection that is beyond myself. In this collection I designed a crackle weave pattern. When I was designing the pattern it came through easily without hesitation, as though

Scarf piles are my favourite. I love every step of the weaving process, every tiny detail. But sitting with a pile of finished handweaving is a feeling unlike any other. It’s a powerful culmination of ideas, imagination, determination, passion

The past few years have been full of adventures, changes, challenges…and saying YES!

Last year I said yes to a soulful call I receive to go back to school and study plant medicine. It’s been a blessing to learn about my plant friends fr

Finally back in the studio and offering this collection for a short time. For anyone who missed it now‘s the chance. 100% GOTS certified organic cotton 💚

#handwoven #havefun #twill #plaid #backinthestudio

I’ve been quite dedicated to studying lately, but never fail to find myself dreaming about new patterns to weave. New things happening 🌱 Wishing everyone a creative weekend 💙
#spring #plaid #havefun #embracechange #handweave

This is my vintage plaid collection. Handwoven scarves in 100% organic cotton. I have a few up in the shop and more coming soon. Happy Friday 🥰

#handweaving #twill #plaid #summervibes #cabinlife #cozydays

Sometimes I like to try things that feel uncomfortable at first. There’s a lot to be said about stepping into the unknown. That place of pure potential. I find myself there when I weave. I enjoy just letting go and seeing what comes of it. This

I love those sweet spots in handweaving where colours blend and patterns form. The playfulness in between all those little threads of possibility makes designing patterns so much fun :)
#playful #design #colour #pattern #handweaving #gcweaver

Dani Ortman

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