Hand weaving is making a comeback, here and overseas, with a whole new generation of young weavers using traditional hand looms but experimenting with new materials and techniques.
Many of our more innovative young weavers have been shoulder-tapped to be part of an exhibition in Auckland aimed at reminding people about the special qualities of handmade garments, in this mass produced age.
Wellingtonian Rachel Long and Auckland-based Christopher Duncan talk about their takes on hand weaving and why they love it.
Rachel Long and Christopher Duncan's work is on show at STRANDS weaving a new fabric At Objectspace in Auckland.
