Now for what's probably the most exciting news to come out of this studio this year: my dearest studio assistant Zanele is now a weaver!
Late July this year I fell while running a trail and broke my wrist. It was a seriously tough time. On top of the physical pain, I was entirely incapacitated and feeling the pressure of looming deadlines and everything else that goes with running a business. I quickly decided to adopt the mindset that this was the best thing to ever happen to me, which allowed me to release my grip on control and find ways to expand beyond myself.
Zanele was thrilled to finally be given the opportunity, and I was physically forced into the patience I needed to instruct and guide her. It's been such an incredible delight to see her becoming empowered and energised by the practice, and I'm so excited for the opportunities our expanded production capacity will bring.