With Hanukkah behind us, Christmas just around the corner and New Year’s not far behind, the staff at Heritage has been very busy – just like most crafters. Gifting socks, handwarmers, hats, and sweaters, there were many busy hands (and will be many lucky recipients). Here’s a photo of most of the crew when they...
One of my very favorite things about working with fiber is that each project offers a chance for exploration. Different fibers, different sheep, different finishing techniques, different colors, and so much more all ensure that no two handmade projects are exactly alike. For the past couple weeks I’ve been working on a deflected double weave...
Do you have projects that just scream at you, “It’s time to finish me! Please, play with me. Come, have fun!”? I think my problem is I have too many of them. Yesterday I was captured by three of them. Two weaving, one spinning. I think that’s too much for one day!!!! I did, however,...
Over the weekend, I joined the club. The Grandma Club! It is a wonderful club, too. Great cuddles, much more relaxing than parenthood (not my problem . . . dirty diapers . . . 2 a.m. feedings . . . ) and just generally pretty cool. It is also very nice to see your child...
Conversation on Knitting Daily recently centered on UFO – unfinished objects. Well, I’ve got my own fair share. Thought I’d share the spinning and weaving ones with you this week. I learned my lesson at SOAR this year: don’t leave your project for the gallery until the last minute. You might not be happy...
