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Exploring Creativity and Nature's Imperfections

Posted by Rose on 3rd Apr 2025

Spring is probably the prettiest season here in SW Oregon. Everything is lush and green and there's water in the creeks. The trees are filling out slowly with softly colored buds heralding soon-t … read more

Discover Sympatico’s enchanting line of handmade scarves

Posted by Rose on 5th Sep 2024

The Sympatico collection of handmade scarves is made at my studio in Oregon, USA. (I also sometimes offer handmade scarves from destinations where I’ve traveled.) I love to experiment and get hands … read more

Ch…ch… ch… changes afoot at Sympatico In this new year I’m making changes in how I work.

Posted by Rose on 24th Jan 2024

Have you made New Year’s resolutions? If you have, I hope they’re working out well for you. I am in the midst of a resolution to change a few things about how I work. I’ve decided that I need more … read more

Dyeing with metals: Sympatico's new Alchemy scarf collection

Posted by Rose on 23rd Jan 2024

I’ve become a metalhead while delving into the magical dyeing possibilities of combining various oxidized metals with tannins from different sources. The Shades of Grey Linen Scarf has a love … read more

Fine batik scarves amid endless cultural surprises

Posted by Rose on 29th Aug 2023

My last foray into buying artisan-made batik scarves came with unexpected entertainment. Blue and Teal Silk ScarfIt’s the element of surprise (along with my love of textiles) that keeps drawing me … read more

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I blog about sustainable fashion, earth-friendly fibers like hemp and Tencel, capsule wardrobes, travel wear, and related subjects.