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Amy Blair is a drawloom weaver who creates original, whimsical textiles using time-honored techniques and materials. Formal training at the Vävstuga Weaving School in Shelburne Falls, MA has given her a deep knowledge of Swedish methods and structures, including damask, Opphämta and other multi-harness techniques. Although Amy is endlessly inspired by the weavings of old, her focus is on the re-imagining of traditional designs to reflect the world she sees around her. A resident of the Lehigh Valley, she is as likely to include steel mills and automobiles in her pieces as she is the folk motifs of weavers past. Ever grateful for the help and encouragement she has received from generous experts over the years, Amy shares her experiences via publications and a YouTube channel dedicated to drawlooms and how they work. Amy’s one-woman studio, Duelling Rabbits, is named after her signature design.