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First Nations Studies offers sequential, comprehensive learning rooted in traditional and contemporary aboriginal logic, methodology, practice and theory.



I weave because of my love of weaving and the challenge of creating unique weavings. I utilize techniques that I learned as a child, such as the plain weave, twill, double twill, raised outline, and more recently the double-faced weavings. These techniques are special to me because they have been passed on in my family for more than four generations. I always like to go one step further than my last weaving whether it is in designing, dyeing, and/or techniques which necessitates experimentation. There are different challenges with each piece of weaving and each piece that I create is one of a kind. Some challenges in weaving are being able to create intricate designs in the space determined by the dimensions of the warp versus simple bold designs, color coordination, balance in the overall design; weaving and dyeing techniques which effect texture, appearance, designing and to have an open mind to lend one's self to creativity. The weft count on my fine weavings are about 140 to 150 wefts to the inch. With this count I am able to create very fine detailed designs and can make circular designs. (Marilou Schultz)

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