Interview with Textile Artist SARA ORME
November 09, 2011
Loving what the creatively driven
Sara Orme of
Worme Woole
writes in her description of these
charming woolen hand warmers:
"Give these handwarmers to someone special ~
When your kid or your honey feels them in their pockets
they'll be reminded of your love!
But once you try them, they might be hard to give away."
dreamy upcycled cashmere patchwork scarf
I asked Sara my famous 5 questions.
1.
WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO HONOR CREATIVITY?
SO: "We are a reflection of our Creator God.
It is part of who He is, and part of who we are.
The best days are when I get to be
creative, at least a little bit.
It carries me through the rest of the stuff
that has to get done."
creative, at least a little bit.
It carries me through the rest of the stuff
that has to get done."
Ummm. Who can resist a gadget sweater?
2.
WHAT COMES TO MIND WHEN YOU HEAR 'BEAUTY IN IMPERFECTION?'
SO: "Well, as a perfectionist, I don't like it when things aren't perfect. But only God is perfect, so I can't expect myself to be so (but I can wish for it!).
The nature of handmade embraces the beauty of imperfection because the items created are not stamped out by machines that make everything the same and don't make mistakes."
3.
WHAT ROLE DOES HUMOR PLAY IN YOUR WORK AND YOUR LIFE?
SO: "I am not very funny, but I spend time laughing every day with (or at) my kids and husband. It is a gift."
4.
WHAT THREE THINGS ARE INSPIRING YOU AT THE MOMENT?
SO: "Christmas. Red and White. Winter."
(Sara's passion for felted wool
shines through each warm woolen accessory,
scarf, hat, and more.)
5.
ANY IDEAS FOR FINDING LOVELY AND SACREDNESS IN 'THE EVERYDAY?'
SO: "You just have to look for it.
I am lucky to live in the beautiful woods and farmland near Lake Superior and all I have to do is open my eyes. One of my favorite parts of the day is going outside to hang up the laundry on my clothesline. My husband asks,
"Did it give you the 'ahhhh' feeling today?"
I say "yes."
Every time."
Youthful, luxuriant, and happy
patchwork scarves...a winning combo, yes?
Thanks for offering so much lovely, Sara.
And congrats to you on the recent explosion
of enthusiasm and press for Worme Woole!
My turn to listen...any weakness for cashmere
or crafting with it out there?
Peace to you right where you are.
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9 comments
Hi Michele,
ReplyDeleteOh wow, these are fabulous!!! So perfect for Christmas gifts too! xo CIndy
Michelle, wht lovely pretty colours!! delicious!!
ReplyDeletelaura xxx
i know. yummy yummy color and upcycled!
ReplyDeleteI love her handmade stuff, yes. But more than them, I love her perception towards life and imperfection to be precise. Very straightforward, very truthful, bold and deep.
ReplyDeletePerhaps that's what inspires the heart warming solid colors.
These are all so lovely. Yes, I have a major weakness for cashmere, as do my dogs! They love taking over the cashmere pillows or throw on the sofa. I think you just gave me an idea for a future blog post! Ha! xo
ReplyDeleteDeliciously wonderful colors! Great post...
ReplyDeleteciao
Hello Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteHow are you doing today? I'm having a busy day. Doc's appt, ultrasound and the list goes on. I had to stop by to say "hello" though.
This is super cute, creative and cozy. Really adorable colors too.
xo
Luciane at HomeBunch.com
Beautiful beautiful and so warm and cozy! She is so creative and I thinking about those hand warmers right now.
ReplyDeletexoxo
love the handwarmers...maybe because my hands are freezing right now...but probably bnecause they are so darn cute! love all of the great colors!
ReplyDeleteYour comments add to the beauty...thanks in advance for your kindness.