Miranda's Loom specializes in luxurious heirloom quality, one-of-a-kind fiber art pieces, accessories and useful household items made from natural materials. All merchandise is handwoven on lovely eight-harness Schacht looms by owner/operator Leann Gehm. Leann holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Studio Art from Eastern Illinois University and a Master of Science degree in Art Therapy/Art Education from Illinois State University. Weaving for over 20 years, she is based in beautiful southern Illinois and sells hand woven goods in shops and art fairs throughout the Midwest and via the internet. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Buy Handmade ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ News and Notes: Miranda's Loom now has work in Anthill Gallery and Vintage Curiosities. Experience the spectacular art and friendly atmosphere at this shop. Anthill is located at 102 N. Front Street in Cobden Illinois. Miranda's Loom received the 1st Place Judges' Choice award at the Carbondale Main Street Downtown Art & Wine Fair! Thanks to the wonderful people who put the show together, and to those who came out to make it a great afternoon and evening! There is a lot going on in the studio these days! I'm weaving fabulous custom collaborative pieces and building inventory for the 2010 art fairs. Please come out and support local artists! New Tencel scarves are fresh off of the loom and in stock! Photos coming soon! *~~*~~*~~*~~*~~*~~*~~* ***I am often available to weave custom items. If you need something similar to what you find on my site, please email me with requests or questions. I'll be happy to help you. Custom orders require 1/2 payment up front. info@mirandasloom.com Client comments: "The rug is truly beautiful--a work of art! I'm even bringing it to my book group next week! Thank you for your fine work." Marlane Z., Malibu, CA "Gorgeous!!! Thank you so much, I love it! It looks so great... We've washed it a few times and its held up really well. Its in our kitchen in a high traffic area so it its thoroughly used and loved and shows no signs of wear yet!" Victoria L., Victoria, Australia "It's here, and it's perfect! Thanks so very much for the pleasant conversations, for understanding exactly what I wanted, and for your fine craftsmanship!" Gracelaw S., Medford, MA "We received the runner, and it looks gorgeous on our table with the placemats, dishes, seat cushions, and curtains. It came out great! I am so pleased, and I will be sure to credit you every time someone asks us where we got it from. Thank you so much. It has been a joy working with you..." Cathleen F., Minnetonka , MN "The rug arrived today and looks absolutely spectacular! Thank you so much for doing such a great job. As I redecorate, I hope to be contacting you for another one. And I will definitely recommend you to my friends." Sue W., Lexington, VA *~~*~~*~~*~~*~~*~~*~~* ***Miranda's Loom 2010 Art Festival Schedule (in progress): "Effingham Artisan Fair" in Effingham Illinois on the Courthouse Square. Saturday, April 24, 10am - 5pm. "Downtown Art & Wine Fair" on Carbondale's Historic Town Square. Saturday, May 22, 3pm - 9pm. "Downtown Art & Wine Fair" on Carbondale's Historic Town Square. Saturday, October 2, 3pm - 9pm. "John A. Logan College AutumnFest" in Carterville Illinois. Saturday, November 13, 9am - 4pm, and Sunday, November 14, 10am - 4pm. Tentative. "Holiday Art & Craft Fair" in the SIUC Student Center, Carbondale Illinois. Thursday and Friday, December 2 & 3, 10am - 5pm, and Saturday, December 4, 9am - 4pm. *~~*~~*~~*~~*~~*~~*~~* Thank you for visiting our site | mirandasloom.com