Goddard College Alumni Retreat

Susan Barrett Merrill, the creator of the EarthLoom, and her husband Richard Merrill, are both Goddard Alumni. Susan was invited to provide EarthLoom weaving during a three-day retreat at the campus in Plainfield, Vermont. A handy maintenance person built the loom, and it proved to be a popular attraction under a popup tent on the lawn in next to the Clockhouse.

Susan Barrett Merrill prepares the EarthLoom at Goddard College
Susan Barrett Merrill prepares the EarthLoom at Goddard College

 

Weavers working under popup tent
Some were so entranced by the EarthLoom they stayed for hours.

 

Child with dreads weaving on EarthLoom
Children and grandchildren contributed during the day.

 

Goddard alumni men and women around the EarthLoom
A crowd gathered, alternating weaving with relaxing.

 

Mother and child smiling next to weaving
This mother and child were happy with the finished weaving, to which they both contributed.