TOMI Bentley

I ‘m from Yokohama Japan. I moved to Hoosick Falls, NY in 2010.

I started weaving on February 2014. The hand woven sachet that my friend gave me inspired me, I thought “I can make my own design items“. This was the start.

My first loom is “Sakiori” made by Clover in Japan. It was a good start. It is designed to use easily and compact. I soon realized I needed a different loom.
I got an another loom Louet Spring mede in Holland in November 2015. It is a perfect loom for me. I am enjoying weaving and making small items.

I am a member of the Hudson-Mohawk Weavers’ Guild since May 2015. I have met a lot of weaver in the guild and got a lot of inspiration and support. I appreciate it very much.

Since 2016, I have participated in the HMWG Show and Sale in NY and the Apple Squeeze Festival in Lenox, Massachusetts every year. I was in LARAC June Craft Festival in 2017.
I look forward to seeing you.

Thanks.