Today’s social media is still a strange thing for me. Learning to use it effectively for my business is going to be an interesting challenge. Part of this will be learning to balance out the personal and business sides of … Continue reading
These are some instructional and documentary videos that I like. Instructional A Knitting Glossary – with Elizabeth Zimmermann and Meg Swansen A really great compendium of knitting techniques by two of my favourite knitters. Spin Art Video – with Jacey … Continue reading
This is the last week for the blogathon. It’s been a very interesting experience so far. It has taught me a few things that will be valuable coming up and for continuing working on this blog. A good tip my … Continue reading
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It’s Sunday. I’m taking the day off. Here are some links to amuse and titilate. The Knitted Elvis Wig Pattern! Biology 101 – Knitted dissected frog! Sheldon – the knitted turtle! Knitted Fractals! Mathematical Knitting! Shaun the Sheep! Continue supporting … Continue reading
A lot of my life has been doing things creatively with my hands that are visual in nature. I love being able to create things that people can see and enjoy. I like being able to get right to the … Continue reading
I’ve had an interest in natural dyes for about 10 years. I became interested in them from my spinning guild and from a couple friends who had worked with natural dyes. I’ve taken several classes on dyeing with natural dyes … Continue reading
It’s summer here in Canada. Time to start heading to the cottage on the weekends and summer vacations and time for a little guide on fibre fun you can bring along. General thoughts Keep your projects small and light. Bring … Continue reading
I love working with colour in my designs and in my projects. I’m such a magpie for beautifully hand dyed yarns and fibres. Using colours and choosing colours is a skill that I have built up over the years. It … Continue reading
I’ve spun quite a lot of different fibres over the last ten years. I haven’t met one that I absolutely hate. There are many, like man made fibres, that I’m not fond of, and others, like angora, dog and cat, … Continue reading