handmade treasures
September is just a few days away. I’m getting so excited about sweater weather! Bring on the cool air and the rain! Throughout the summer I’ve been working on a yarn collection which incorporates fashion colour trends of the upcoming season. I’m right at the end of this long road. It started with raw wool…
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I’m sure we all struggle with managing the stash. At times it seems to have a mind of its own and it grows at will. I’ve been trying to take control and do some busting. I had some sport and sock weight yarns, hand dyed by yours truly. They both became lovely finished objects, but…
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I’ve spent the weekend testing out the cardboard loom. It worked quite well and I finished one piece. I’m happy with the result considering I don’t know what I’m doing. My tension is all out of whack, but with a bit of practice I’m sure it’ll get better. Overall, it’s been a pleasant experience and…
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Prepping fibre is a long process. Spinning is a long process. Dyeing is a long process. When you combine the three together, you end up with an enormous undertaking. I am not complaining however. It’s been a blast! And will continue to be a blast for some time still because I am not even close…
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