Looms and Loons

I've been doing computer graphics for years, most recently building images from the pixel level up. I've been looking for a way to transfer these images to another medium, other than printing them on paper.

A couple of weeks ago, my wife, a talented knitter, bought me a small frame loom [aimed at young children] to introduce me to the amazing world of weaving - one of the fibre arts, along with knitting, crocheting, braiding, etc. - and now I'm hooked.

Her idea was to provide me with the means to produce hard copy - firm copy? -of my computer images. I'm finding it to be a wonderful way to express myself.

First, I have to learn to weave. My plain weave is pretty good, and I'm currently trying twill. I'm having a problem with waisting, but I think that I just need more practice.

Wish me luck - wish me skill!

What's in the Mug?

You've got a mug of brown liquid, and you're ready to drink. Ever have one of these:

Head: Yum, a mug of coffee!
Mouth: Yikes, it's cola!

OR

Head: Yum, a mug of cola!
Mouth: Yow, that's hot coffee!

One of the major soft drink companies is now offering a beverage combining coffee and cola.

Head: I have No Idea what's in there!
Mouth: Me, neither!