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Kandy Schwandt's avatar

Two things that are pure magic to me:

Dhaka Muslin - woven in SE Asia, so fine it was transparent, on equipment that would seem primitive to us, yet we can’t recreate it

The incredibly complex and beautiful designs experienced weavers can create with a simple back strap loom

https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/researchers-work-revive-beloved-dhaka-muslin-fabric-180977339/

https://backstrapweaving.wordpress.com/2022/04/01/backstrap-weaving-the-simple-and-the-complex/

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Sarai Mitnick's avatar

Wow, that's incredible (and ethereal-looking too).

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Cheryl Licata's avatar

There are so many great ideas in Making Time. I've always been a fan of mystery and magic. Happy Halloween!!!

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Anne Marie's avatar

Fascinating! That photographer was so creative, but he used it to con grieving people out of their hard-earned cash. Still, it was undoubtedly a comfort to them and helped heal the hurt. Gray areas are so interesting, don't you think? I loved the Webb telescope photo and plan to listen to the podcast during my podcast hour today...since I'm caught up on Seamwork radio! ;)

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Sarai Mitnick's avatar

Yes, it's a strange situation. I know people who have seen mediums after the loss of a loved one, and it brought them comfort.

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