Podcasts about fiber mill

Have you ever daydreamed about opening your own fiber mill? Join Anne as she sits down with Malinda and Claudia of Alchemy Fiber Mill to hear their story of opening a mill to meet the needs to their local wool community! Links to Things Mentioned in the Episode Find Alchemy Fiber Mill at their website, Instagram, or Facebook Follow @IThoughtIKnewHow on Instagram to get updates about Wovember!

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  Thank you for tuning in to Episode 261 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. Full show notes with photos can be found on my website.    This week's segments included:   Off the Needles, Hook or Bobbins On the Needles, Hook or Bobbins Brainstorming From the Armchair Knitting in Passing KAL News On a Happy Note Quote of the Week   Thank you to this episode's sponsors:     Off the Needles, Hook or Bobbins   Sweet Liberty  Socks Yarn: Hypnotic Yarn Plush Sock in the Sweet Liberty Colorway (July 2023 Yarnable Colorway) Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams ($5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry ) Ravelry Project Page Check out my July 2023 Yarnable Unboxing Video Get $5 off with coupon code BOSTONJEN using my Affiliate Link 272 meters for Stash Dash   Summer Scrappy Helical Socks Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams ($5 Knitting Pattern available on Ravelry) Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Yarn: sock yarn minis and scraps Ravelry Project Page (started in May, finished in August) In this project, I used Helical knitting using Video Tutorial from Knitty Natty & Cate's Clasp Weft join- check out my YouTube Tutorial  by clicking here. 272 meters for Stash Dash   Liz's Water Bottle Holder Yarn: Loops & Threads Capri Eco Cotton (85% Cotton, 15% Polyester) Hook: F (3.75 mm) Pattern: None Ravelry Project Page From Amazon, I ordered Black Buckles to allow for adjusting the length of the strap. My friend Liz was walking around sightseeing on a recent trip to St. Louis and mentioned she may need a water bottle holder like the one I made for Hattie (Ravelry Project Page). 169.2 meters for Stash Dash   Mini Skein Hexagon Blanket Pattern: Basic Crochet Hexagon Pattern & Tips from Make Do and Crew Website & YouTube Tutorial Hook: F (3.75 mm) Yarn: Mini skeins from 2022 agirlandherwool Advent Calendar, 24 Days of Cheer Swap minis + other scraps/swap yarn Ravelry Project Page I've been closing the end of each hexagon with this join- link to Instagram post 4 rounds per hexagon. 3.75 inches each. Learned double magic circle from this YouTube video. The trick is to know how to pull both loops to tighten the loop. Final blanket- 15x22 hexagons with 5 rounds of single crochet for the border. 62x80 inches (twin size- 60x80 inches) Finished blanket- 11,392 meters   Stash Dash total on the morning of 8/31/23= 21,064 meters (before counting my last spinning project).   On the Needles, Hook or Bobbins   Wild Air Farm Spinning I am spinning a 4 oz braid of Polwarth/Silk (85/15) from Jakira Farms to ply with Wild Air Farm Shetland & Pygora- Melody & Cadence (dyed in blues and greens) Twist direction: singles = Z plied = S This means when I'm spinning, my wheel is spinning clockwise and when plying my wheel is moving counter-clockwise. Ravelry Project Page Progress: morning of 8/31- spinning is complete. Plying will be done this afternoon, but I can't measure the finished yarn until it is washed and dried.   My Little Unicorn Socks Yarn: Andre Sue Knits Sock Blank in the My Little Unicorn colorway Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams ($5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry ) Ravelry Project Page Gray background with white and pink unicorns that look like My Little Pony. My inner 80's child loved this one. Progress: Past the heel of the second sock   Petrichor Socks Yarn: Oink Pigments Targhee Sock in the Petrichor Colorway (90% Targhee, 10% Nylon) Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Pattern: OMG Heel Socks by Megan Williams ($5 knitting pattern available on Ravelry ) Ravelry Project Page Progress: Past the heel of the second sock   Brainstorming   Mom's Rhinebeck Sweater. Yarn from Sweitzer's Fiber Mill from Maryland Sheep & Wool 2023. My gauge swatch in progress. I started with US 8s, then did a purl bump row and switched to US 9s. Please send your suggestions of relatively simple cardigan pattern for worsted/aran weight yarn. Socks with Pigskin Sponsor Yarn   From the Armchair   True Love Experiment by Christina Lauren. Bookshop Affiliate Link. Amazon Affiliate Link. And Then She Kissed Me by Harper Bliss. Bookshop Affiliate Link. Amazon Affiliate Link. Tom Lake by Ann Patchett. Bookshop Affiliate Link. Amazon Affiliate Link.   Note: Some links are listed as Amazon Affiliate Links. If you click those, please know that I am an Amazon Associate and I earn money from qualifying purchases.   Knitting in Passing   Liz, Riley and I went to the Marshfield Fair. We spent a good bit of time inside the exhibition building looking at flower arrangements, plants and other crafty items that were given awards. Lots of knitting and crochet projects as well as quilts. While the plants and things were really accessible on tables, it was nice to see that the fiber crafts were behind a low railing so you couldn't touch anything.   KAL News   Pigskin Party '23 #DCSPigskinParty23 Official Rules Find everything you need on my website or in the Start Here Thread in the Ravelry Group Register using this Google Form (you must be Registered to be eligible for prizes) Enter your projects using the Point Tally Form Find the full list of Sponsors in this Google Doc. Coupon Codes are listed in this Google Doc & in this Ravelry Thread Exclusive Items from our Pro Shop Sponsors are listed in this Ravelry Thread Questions-  ask them in this Ravelry Thread or email Jen at downcellarstudio @ gmail.com Teams will be announced on 9/1. Stay tuned to the Ravelry group and look for the "find your teams" thread. Tailgate Talk Challenge (September 7-21. Enter for points by September 30). Check out the details in this Google Doc or in this Ravelry Thread. Virtual Kick Off Weekend Thursday night for Patrons only. Patrons of every level will be invited to join. For the rest of the seaon, only those at the $5/month level and up are invited to our monthly hangouts. Friday September 8 &  Saturday September 9th, events will be open to ALL. Check out the full schedule here. Crowd Sourcing: Do you have ideas for challenges or events for this season? Share your ideas in this Ravelry Thread. Does anyone want to be a correspondent and report in before each episode with some key stats or highlights from the games, interesting post or projects?  Email me or DM me on Instagram if you're interested.   On a Happy Note Beach walk and dinner w/ Megg & Kris. Breakfast with Mom & two of her Infusion nurses we've known for years. Marshfield Fair with Liz and Riley. We watched part of the demolition derby, played some games and listened to music. Dan and I went Kayaking with Megg, Oisin, Hattie and Will, then got food from the Hingham Lobster Pound and chilled at the Rowan's. We celebrated my grandmother's 89th birthday with a fun brunch at The Friendly Toast I went to see Oppenheimer at the movies with Liz.  Then to see Barbie (for the second time) with Liz and our Mom's who hadn't seen it yet. We met early for a drink, all wearing our pink. They loved the movie. Dinner the night before Eme left for school then Megg and I brought them out to Simon's Rock for their 3rd year. It was a long day- 6 hours of driving + unpacking, organizing, a late lunch and snacks in the car singing all the way home. Riley found "Make Dolly Proud" tees while shopping w/ a friend and I sent her money to get them for us. She's making WWDD bracelets for us too! 5 of the nieces and nephews started school + Gabriella started pre-school so far. FaceTimed with Riley and Gabriella & Zach    Quote of the Week   "Most people fail in life not because they aim too high and miss, but because they aim too low and hit." ― Les Brown   ------   Thank you for tuning in!   Contact Information: Check out the Down Cellar Studio Patreon! Ravelry: BostonJen & Down Cellar Studio Podcast Ravelry Group Instagram: BostonJen1 YouTube: Down Cellar Studio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/downcellarstudio Sign up for my email newsletter to get the latest on everything happening in the Down Cellar Studio Check out my Down Cellar Studio YouTube Channel Knit Picks Affiliate Link Bookshop Affiliate Link Yarnable Subscription Box Affiliate Link Music -"Soft Orange Glow" by Josh Woodward. Free download: http://joshwoodward.com/ Note: Some links are listed as Amazon Affiliate Links. If you click those, please know that I am an Amazon Associate and I earn money from qualifying purchases.    

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History continues on with MM Fiber Mill. Roger and Penny Minniear tell us how they were able to purchase such a historical place and turn it into a unique establishment that will continue to make history as a Fiber Mill. You won't want to miss this one on the Miami County Kansas Farm Tour!!#hoofnitpodcast #everythinghorsesandlivestock #mmfibermill 

I am a huge fan of wool and wool clothing.  I am also a huge fan of my family heritage and legacy.  But....I am no comparison when it comes to today's guest.  Starting when she was 13 years old, Kelsey Patton, decided that she wanted to knit a sweater.  However, she and her mother did not just go buy her some yarn so she could get started.  Instead, they purchased sheep, a spinning wheel and much of the other necessary equipment so that they could produce their own raw materials and then refine them into a sweater. That one decision started Kelsey on a journey of entrepreneurship, farming and raising sheep that has been growing and evolving ever since.  Today, Kelsey is the owner of "The Fiber Mill", which is her very own mill that processes the wool of small farmers from all over the nation so that they can sell locally raised, raw materials to their customers who will in turn, create something beautiful with the product.  Kelsey and her mom still maintain a flock of sheep so that they can do the same. In today's interview Kelsey will talk about the journey and the growth process.  She will also talk about transforming herself from being an artisan to a business owner and the boss of her employees.  Turning a craft that you love into a legitimate business is great, but it also forces you into roles that you didn't necessarily sign up for.  Kelsey talks all about that and more in today's interview. More Places You Can Listen to Off-Farm Income And Matt Brechwald:  

So much to discuss in this episode! We met at the Black Sheep Gathering, in Oregon for a weekend packed with friends, sheep, and fiber. Plus, hear about  Harvest Host camping experiences, our ongoing Summer Spin In, and project updates. Full notes with photos and links can be found in the podcast section of our shop website: TwoEwesFiberAdventures.com Join the community on Ravelry or become a patron and support the show on our Patreon Page. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Subscribe on Android or Subscribe on Google Podcasts Thank you to our patrons. To become a patron visit Patreon Page. Black Sheep Gathering Kelly had lots of fun shopping for interesting bumps of roving at the Valley Oak Wool and Fiber Mill booth, plus a purchase of some Debouillet and California Red roving.  She also got a small California Red fleece from Lynda Silk's flock at the fleece show.  Plus a flick carder, a vintage sweater and Duncan Carder repair instructions. Marsha bought a blending board from Celestial Farms, plus two braids from Eugene Textile Center. On the drive to the Black Sheep Gathering, Marsha stopped at the Willamette Heritage Center for a mill tour. Marsha's Projects:  Happiness by Kyle Kunnecke using Yarn Snob PowerBall. I finished the back of the sweater, set it aside to start front, and realized I did the ribbing wrong. It should be a broken rib and not a 2/2 ribbing. I had the, “I think it will be okay” conversation with myself, and decided to unravel and start over. I have knit front and back and joined in the round. Need to knit 9” until I reach the armholes where some shaping will begin.  Spinning: I'm still spinning the Manx Loaghton. I have spun 768 yards, or 15.2 ounces, of a 2 pound bag of roving.  I've been playing with my new blending board from Celestial Farms. I can make a rolag but cannot pull the fiber off the board with a dizz to make roving the way shown in YouTube videos. I still have some learning to do but it sure has been fun. Here is a video about a DIY blending board. Kelly's Projects: Finished the shortie socks out of Tomato and Mink Falkland handspun yarn.  Trip Knitting/Crochet: I started and finished three hats using Invictus Yarns worsted weight yarn. I finished the two flat mother bears and made a third.  I started plying the Columbia fleece blended with tussah silk top. I was planning to spin all the singles first, but I plied one skein of 3-ply at Black Sheep Gathering so I could start spinning a new braid of fiber. That new spinning project was 70/30 merino silk from Eugene Textile Center that I planned to ply with the merino silk that I bought from the Huckleberry Knits fiber close out. I had finished the Huckleberry Knits at BSG and wanted to start spinning a companion braid to ply it with. I am now starting to ply this yarn and I love the way it is coming out.  Summer Spin-In  Started June 1 and goes until September 5. (US Labor Day) If you are on Instagram use #summerspinin2022. Prizes: Shibui yarn hat kit donated by Dagmar (Dagger51), Alpaca sample fiber set from Cathy (Straightfork), pint of maple syrup from Cathy, plus other fibery surprises. 

Junction Fiber Mill website (https://junctionfibermill.com) Instagram: @junctionfibermill (https://www.instagram.com/junctionfibermill/) Savage Hart Farm (https://savagehartfarm.com) (Peggy's farm!) What's on our needles: Belfast Cardigan (https://brooklyntweed.com/products/belfast) by Véronik Avery Zipper Sweate (https://www.petiteknit.com/products/zipper-sweater-2?variant=32370159452215)r by PetitKnit Upcoming: Indie Untangled Handmade Swap Check out the details here (https://scratch-makerspace.myshopify.com/admin/articles/557373423787) Send us your letters! dearscratch@scratchsupplyco.com Oh hey, we have a Patreon now! Check it out (https://www.patreon.com/makegoodpod)!

On this episode I chatted with retired Army analyst turned Alpaca and Fibre Mill operator Brenda Wyler. Brenda has a great story, she spend year working for the military at the Pentagon and when he son was shipped out to Afghanistan. As a mother sending her son to war Brenda bought two alpacas to sooth her soul. Now she has over 70 on 100 acres in Duncan Oklahoma where he family is from. Crossed Arrows Fiber Mill and Alpacas offers a unique agritourism adventure. Not only do visitors have the opportunity to see and learn about alpacas (and llamas) in a beautiful country setting, but they can see firsthand how alpaca fleece is transformed into a stunning array of luxurious products. From yarn to clothing and beyond, our on-site retail store offers something for everyone, with the added bonus of being able to see the process from start to finish. Educational, informative, with an emphasis on fun, our staff have a combined 20+ years of experience in the alpaca industry, and whether young or old, a trip to the farm is definitely the highlight of any road trip. Tours are available by appointment.www.crossedarrows-alpacas.com Hundreds of farms and ranches across the state invite you to explore and experience the intersection of agriculture and tourism — Oklahoma’s Growing Adventure. Pet a pig, help with harvest, lie around at the lodge, wind down with wine and more! However you want to experience agriculture, let Oklahoma Agritourism be your guide. Start your adventure at OklahomaAgritourism.com#thisisoklahoma

This week on the podcast LaChaun is speaking with Amalia & Grace of Echoview Fiber Mill. Echoview is a spinning mill, knitting operation, and design house based in Weaverville, NC. They make exceptionally high quality and beautifully designed home goods, accessories, and craft knitting and weaving yarns using natural fibers like wool, alpaca, silk, mohair, and organic cotton. They also support local farmers such as Jessica Sanchez of rusted Earth Farm who was featured in Episode 92. www.gistyarn.com/episode-115

This week on the podcast Sarah is talking to Susan Snider, the founder of Mad River Fiber Mill. Mad River Fiber Arts & Mill is a full-service fiber processing mini mill in Waitsfield, Vermont, working with wool, alpaca, llama, mohair, and even angora fiber! In their conversation, they talk about Susan's journey into the world of fiber, what it was like to start a mill, and some of the challenges and joys she has faced along the way. Show notes: www.gistyarn.com/episode-114

Thank you for tuning in to Episode 181 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. This week’s segments included: Off the Needles On the Needles From the Armchair Crafty Adventures KAL News Events Contest, News & Notes Life in Focus Ask Me Anything On a Happy Note Quote of the Week Thank you to this episode’s sponsors: Yumi Yarns, The Yarn Sellar & Bee Kind Yarn Off the Needles Little Brother’s Romper  Pattern: Little Brother’s Romper by PetiteKnit (knitting pattern. ~$4.50 US at time of purchase) Needles: US 8 (5.0 mm) Yarn: Sweitzer’s Fiber Mill mystery yarn (2018 Rhinebeck Bargain bin) On the Needles Soldotna Crop Pattern: Soldotna Crop by Caitlin Hunter $7 US Knit Pattern Yarn:  2 skeins of Two Reds & A Blonde DK from Dachinger Wool in mustard (Farrah Fawcett) and a blue (Veronica Lake). 2 skeins of Brown Sheep Yarn- Prairie Spun DK. In Rain Cloud (light gray) and Owl Gray (Charcoal) Needles: US 4 (3.5 mm) and US 6 (4.0 mm) Size 3: finished bust- 40 inches Designed to fit with 1-4.5 inches of positive ease. Christmas Stocking for Jenna Pattern: Granny Square Christmas Stocking by Family Circle Magazine 1977 Yarn: Patons Classic Worsted in Bright Red Hook: F (3.75mm) Sweet Tea Triangle Shawl Pattern: Sweet Tea Triangle Shawl by Michelle Ferguson (crochet pattern $5) Calls for 600 yards of sport weight. I’m using fingering. Yarn: Queensland Collection Perth in the Alice Springs Colorway Cake Party Christmas Socks Yarn: Wisdom Yarns Pix in the Cake Party Colorway Pattern: OMG heel Needles: US 1 (2.25 mm) To Knit or to Hike Socks Yarn: Holly Press Fibers Sheepish base in the To Knit or to Hike Colorway Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Solid Granny Square Scrap Blanket Yarn: leftover fingering weight yarn Pattern: Solid Granny Square by Lullaby Melodia (free crochet pattern) Hook: D (3.25 mm) 3 rounds per square. Happiest Blanket Ever Pattern: Happiest Blanket Ever by Tamara Kelly (free crochet pattern) Yarn: Lion Brand Pound of Love (white) for Main Color. Worsted Acrylic partial skeins for accent colors. Hook: K (6.5 mm) Cast on for Baby Size.  From the Armchair Tune in to hear my review a small drawstring project bag and cake coozies from Brianne of Cookie and Bees. Crafty Adventures I’ve been working on a weaving project for the Crispina Scrapbox Challenge. KAL News Quarterly Quests! Get all of the details here.  In Quarter 1 we did sQuelch the Queue I will pull winners next episode.  Thanks again to our Q1- Sponsors Anne Beady Designs: Friendship is Forever Hat & Cowl patterns KnitCompanion: Stand It Up Tablet Stand Fibernymph Dye Works: On Frozen Pond Colorway  Knitters Brewing Company: 2 skeins of sock yarn and a set of stitch markers.  Don’t forget to post on Instagram #QuarterlyQuests you can also add one for the Quarter: #sQuelchtheQueue #FreetheFavorites #LessentheLibrary #SlaytheStash & you can always add #downcellarstudiopodcast Q2 April 1-June 30 – Free the Favorites Knit any projects you have “hearted” over the year with the hopes of knitting them someday. That day will arrive. Knit as many as you can. You will receive extra entries for any pattern that was favorited over 5 years. Check out the Quarter 2 Thread Events Check out Knitty’s list of Canceled Fiber Events & ways you can support the vendors who are losing out on business. Life in Focus My approach to getting through COVID-19 (so far) Establishing new routines & keeping up with existing ones. Make a list of routines that you normally do. Find a way to keep doing those. Make a list of things you’ve been wanting to do but never have time- some fun, some chores. Decide how to divide out. One per day?  Maybe have your whole family make a list- turn it into a challenge! Learn something new. A language. A new knitting skill? A new craft?  Each day make a list of GOOD things that have happened. Something you accomplished. Someone you connected with. Time you spent on something you otherwise couldn’t.  Gretchen Rubin suggests having Ambitious Projects, Medium Projects & Fun projects.  Move your body: there are so many virtual options these days. Try some Pilates virtual sessions with my dear friend Laura Anders. Find a workout app, take a hike (just keep your distance). Try out Peleton or one of the other subscription services that are currently offering a couple months free  Listening & Watching Meditation apps can be a great option. Many are free. I love listening to my crafty podcasts. The Life Coach School Podcast is doing a COVID-19 coping series. I hear Bluprint and other sites are offering lots of free classes. Search and see what you find.  Limit time watching the news. You likely know a lot already about how to keep yourself and your family safe. Pick a time, catch up on what’s new for the day and shut it off. Anything THAT important will break through.  Socialize Without Getting Germs Physical distancing doesn’t mean you can’t be social Virtual knit nights are a great option. Watch Down Cellar Studio Podcast Ravelry group for posts about upcoming options. Here is the Virtual Knit Night Thread. All are welcome! Marco Polo app: send videos to your friends. Facetime, WhatsApp, Google Hangouts and Facebook all ofter options for video chatting with those you love. Support local (if you can) Breweries offering delivery with extra fees to keep employees working.  If you’re one of the fortunate ones not scrambling to pay bills right now consider buying a gift on Etsy or Bbay or other small indie business- send it to a friend having a birthday or just because.  See if your LYSs offering pick up or if you can buy a gift card online. Ask Me Anything Phoenixknitter3 asked- What are your favorite notions? Good scissors, a tape measure, plain metal circle stitch markers and a tapestry needle. Proudfootk & Marilynknits- What is your favorite brand and type of knitting needles? Check out my review of Knitter’s Pride Nova Platina Special Interchangeable Set in Episode 97 recorded in September 2016 where I reviewed the Knitters Pride Nova Platina Special Interchangeable Set. Nova Platinas fixed circulars are my favorite needles. Lizzym_knits- What are your favorite budget yarns and how do they hold up to wear?  Knit Picks Felici– $6.99 for 50g skein. $14 for a pair of socks.  Patons Kroy Sock Yarn $5-7 depending on sales. $10-14 for a pair of socks. Bluprint Sprightly Acrylic Worsted $3.95 for 100g Blueprint Cloudborn Yarns $10-13 for 100g depending on the weight. Very affordable for sweaters, blankets etc if you want wool. Shanalines-designs: Do you really need me to answer this, Savers finds, obvi! Tune in to hear about baby clothes and a bench I bought recently. On a Happy Note Home improvements & reorganization that’s getting done while Dan and I are home (mostly Dan’s efforts). Dan made me a tray for the bathtub from an old piece of cabinet from his Uncle Charlie who was a cabinet maker.  Video chatting Mom re: scrapbook challenge Zoom chat with my family last weekend. Dad 3 costume changes.  I finally took time to make homemade popcorn.  Quote of the Week “Remember when you go into the world and keep your eyes and ears wide open. And be kind.Love one another. Take care of each other. Tell the truth. Always do your best. Listen to the big people and the little people. Explore new paths and have fun. Know that you are loved like crazy. Give thanks for all your blessings. Above all else, love and you will do wonderful things in this world.”-Rebecca Puig Thank you for tuning in! Contact Information: Ravelry: BostonJen & Down Cellar Studio Podcast Ravelry Group Twitter: Instagram: BostonJen1 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/downcellarstudio Sign up for my email newsletter to get the latest on everything happening in the Down Cellar Studio!

Highlights and Links in Today’s EpisodeJosef & Anni Yarnhttps://abundantearthfiber.com/products/yarn-josef-anniSpincycle Metamorphichttps://spincycleyarns.com/collections/metamorphicModern Wool - Episode 3: Scouring Woolhttps://abundantearthfiber.com/blogs/modern-wool/wool-scouring-003Josef Albers - Interaction of Colorhttps://albersfoundation.org/Help us name the new yarnhttps://abundantearthfiber.com/pages/survey-play-the-name-gameUS Targhee Sheep Associationhttp://www.ustargheesheep.org/targheestandards/Fleece & Fiber Source BookOklahoma State University Websitehttp://afs.okstate.edu/breeds/sheep/targhee/Links to the montana sheep hall of famehttps://www.montana.edu/news/2608/u-s-targhee-sheep-association-names-three-to-hall-of-fameChristine Blog Posts on ‘the montana life’https://www.averbforkeepingwarm.com/blogs/news/15745560-textile-byways-the-ranch-montana-2014Targhee Namesake referenceshttps://tetonvalleymagazine.com/history-stories/the-targhee-enigma/Coast Salish Peoples of the Pacific Northwesthttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coast_Salishhttps://www.burkemuseum.org/collections-and-research/culture/contemporary-culture/coast-salish-art

Reviewing the WA Coast Meetup, a fiber mill, inspirations to cure a knitting funk, weaving plans and patron appreciation prizes round out this episode. Full notes with photos and links can be found in the podcast section of  our shop website: TwoEwesFiberAdventures.com Come join the community on Ravelry or become a patron and support the show on our Patreon Page. Thank you to Jean Chambers at  String Theory Yarn and Fiber for helping us put on the Washington Coast Meetup! We had a great time meeting new fiber friends who felt like old friends right away. The unexpected theme of the meetup was dogs! All the attendees were dog owners, the shop has a new puppy, Marsha brought Enzo, and two of the attendees also had their dogs with them. So a beach run with the dogs was a highlight of Saturday afternoon. On our way to Seabrook we stopped by Olympic Yarn and Fiber Mill for a tour by the owner Lynn Lipski. She is also the creator of Lina Yarns. We toured her current mill and had a sneak peak at the new fiber spinning mill that she is opening in Cosmopolis, WA. Her operation is very impressive and her vision for providing a mill for local fiber and helping to build the fiber supply chain is definitely infectious.  Marsha’s Projects I finished Lounging Top by Joji Locatelli. The yarn is Debbie Bliss Juliet.  I also finished the first sock with  Schahenmayr Regia Design Line by Arne & Carlos. I’m using  Knitted Wit Smarties for the toes and heels. Note: 45-yard mini skein is enough for heel and toe of one sock. I’m making another 1898 Hat by Kristine Byrnes with worsted weight. This time using Leading Men Fiber Arts Box Office Worsted in the colorway Wild Goose Chase. The pattern is available for free on the Seamen’s Church Institute: Christmas at Sea website.  Marsha’s Plans I started Shared Rib by Anne Hanson back in February. The pattern is for a scarf, cowl, or infinity cowl. I’ve knit about 4” of the scarf but think I’m going to rip out and knit the cowl instead. The yarn is from Old Maiden Aunt fingering that in the colorway Crimson Lips that I bought at the Edinburgh Yarn Festival. Halloween is coming! I'm thinking about making the Daphne’s Skull designed by Ellen Sibelius owner of Wooly Wonders. To hear more about her designs check out Episode 109. Kelly’s Projects I’m participating in the Oh Gnome You Didn’t MKAL by Sara Shira. I was keeping up with the clues until I went off to Washington for the meetup. The clue that week involved stuffing the gnome so I put the project on pause for the trip and I haven’t picked it back up. The mystery KAL is now over so I know how the gnomes look and they’re very cute. I’ll finish my two in time for Christmas and add a couple more traditional looking gnomes to the bunch, but  right now I’m not in the mood for small pieces, stuffing or sewing.  I did start a pair of socks at the meetup. They are out of Little Fish Stitches yarn in the Seabrook Sunset colorway that is exclusive to String Theory Yarn and Fiber. It’s a very pretty orange and purple combination.  Other than that, my knitting has hit a stall. I'm in a funk. Maybe that’s for the best since it’s almost time for the 19-20 Winter Weave Along! It will start on October 15th and go until March 15th. For handouts from the last two years, go to the pages section of our Ravelry Group. Third Quarter Patron Appreciation drawing! We so appreciate all of our generous patrons who support us with monthly contributions through our Two Ewes Patreon page. We have patron tiers starting at $3 per month. The money is used to help pay our hosting fees, as well as to pay for the purchase and shipping of podcast prizes. While we always appreciate prize donations, we also like to support makers and purchase their wares as prizes for our giveaways. Patron support contributes to our ability to do that. Thank you so much for your support! We announce two winners in the patron appreciation drawing!  We also appreciate the support we receive from listeners in the form of podcast recommendations to others, prizes, donations, and participation in our community on Ravelry!

Thought Experiment on finding our connection to the natural world [4:25] A walk through where yarn comes from [8:06] Examining a fleece is like reading a story that only gets told once [9:20] From spinning wheel to fiber mill [11:15] An answer to the important question: What do I want to do? [14:44] What does local and sustainable mean? [20:37] What’s happening with wool in the United States right now? [24:08] Celebrating the value of our small family farms [25:30] Links About Our Mill About Our Team Field Guide to Fleece A Girl and Her Mill Stonehedge Fiber Milling Equipment Abundant Earth Fiber Online Shop

In this episode, first, I speak with Kristine Vejar the owner of AVFKW about our trip to visit Mystic Pines Fiber Mill, and then I share an interview with Rob, the owner of Mystic Pines, and then Kristine joins me again to talk about the intricacies of designing and making Gather.

  Thank you for tuning in to Episode 135 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast. Full show notes with photos can be found at: www.downcellarstudio.com/135   This week's segments included:     Off the Needles On the Needles Crafty Adventures KAL News Events Contest, News & Notes Life in Focus Ask Me Anything On a Happy Note Quote of the Week   Off the Needles   Witch's Brew Socks Yarn: Knit Picks Felici (Self Striping) in the Witch's Brew Colorway with Knit Picks Stroll Fingering in the Ash Colorway for contrast Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Pattern: OMG Heel by Megan Williams     On the Needles   Large Granny Square Blanket Hook: C yarn Plan: 3 large granny squares, bordered with cream or gray (TBD), 4-5 rows Inspiration: BetsyMakes Project Yarn: leftovers and mini skeins (fingering weight yarn) Takes about 6 grams per round on outside.  Plan is to do 3 rounds in a solid, cream color around each of the 12 squares. 12 squares with 3 rounds of cream- 18g per square- 216 grams required (I'll buy 3 skeins) 12 squares (3x4)  at 18 inches each will yield a 54 inch by 72 inch blanket.    Mezzo Cardigan Pattern: Mezzo Cardigan by Alexis Winslow $7 Needles: US 10 (6.0 mm) Yarn: “DK” Mystery skeins (pink and grays). Exact yardage not known. Yarn purchased from Sweitzer’s Fiber Mill at Rhinebeck 2017.  3 skeins blush pink, 2 skeins of dark gray, 1 skein light gray. 3 50gram skeins of Plymouth DK Merino in white looks a bit more cream to me). Held with Fingering. 2 skeins of Legacy Fiber Artz also purchased this year. The Mayor (grays, pinks, cream and bits of rust), Edwards Scissorshands- cream base with blush pink and small pops of charcoal. Light gray Cloudborn Highland Superwash Sock (2 50 gram skeins).     Pewter Socks Pattern: Non-Eucilidian by Sarah Jordan Yarn: Olann Hand Dyed in Ireland Sock Lite in the Pewter Colorway Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm)   Imprim Bleu Socks Yarn: Bergere de France Goomy 50 in the Imprim Bleu color way Pattern: OMG Heel Needles: US 1 (2.25 mm) Poison Ivy Socks Yarn: Twisted Owl Fiber Studio 2-ply Sock (80/20 SW Merino Nylon) 400 yards for 100g in the Poison Ivy Colorway (red/green variegated) Pattern: TBD Needles: US 1 (2.25 mm) Cast on 56 stitches with 1x1 twisted rib. Cuff down. Heel TBD Crafty Adventures Finished Collage Walls!!  #the100dayproject- #100daysofsharing journaling prompts with my best friend Kris using mini albums I've made/am making for us  I used two Arc system note books at Staples I used the Levenger Circa 1-2-3 portable punch to punch holes in paper. This punch is available for $18 on Amazon If you have a punch and can make your own covers you don't even need the notebook It's been a great way to use scraps and supplies I'll likely never fully use up anyways. I've done some sketching and drawing in a mixed media notebook I bought last year. I also purchased a 12 color Reeves watercolor paint set at Michaels for about $6 and had fun playing with it!  KAL News   Slay the Stash 2018 Each month you can declare a skein of yarn to knit/crochet/weave to its very end. Let’s use up those older special skeins that are soooo pretty we don’t want to touch them. In 2018, we are turning those sacred skeins into beautiful projects you can enjoy-- and maybe win a new beautiful skein of yarn from one of our sponsors along the way! Full details and rules can be found here. Use and follow #slaythestash2018 on Social Media Check out the April Thread Tune in to see if you're the March winner! Slay the Stash 2018: Sponsor List January: KnitCircus February: Kathryn Frank Fiber Arts March: Blue Skin Yarns April: BlueberryChick Yarn May: Legacy Fiber Artz June: Knitters Brewing Co July: Fish Belly Fiber Works August: SixandSevenFiber September: Fibernymph Dye Works October: Marigold Jen November: Dyenamixx Yarns December: Sunsoaked Yarns     Splash Pad Party! Are you ready?!   What is the Splash Pad Party? Make-along that runs June 1-July 31. Official Rules can be found here. The current list of sponsors is below. It will be updated until the time The Prize Thread is open and ready. Our Pro Shop Sponsors will be offering up some amazing Exclusive Products. Check back to this thread often to get the first look! Interested in sponsoring?- Sponsor Spots available   Pro Shop Sponsors (to date)   AdoreKnit Celestial Sews Fibernymph Dye Works Just Run Knit Designs Knit Circus Yarns Knits4comfort Knitters Brewing Company Pearl and Plum Prairie Bag Works Sunsoaked Yarns   Snack Shack (to date) Be Ewe Fibers Daizie Knits Imagined Landscapes Knitty by Nature Shop Mrs U Makes Remade by Hand V Yarn Windswept Designs Events 2018 Box O' Balls Round Robin Mini Swap: sign up anytime during 2018.  Shipping cost of $13.50 (within US; have option to send Internationally) The contents will include: at least 20 mini yarn balls (each ball will be minimum of 5g/ 20 yards) to choose from, a handwritten note or card and a small gift. Find all of the details in this thread in the Ravelry Group.   Festival Schedule   Gore Place Annual Sheepsheering Festival: April 28 Connecticut Sheep, Wool & Fiber Festival: April 28 in Vernon, CT Needles Up: May 4 from 2-6p in Columbia Maryland Knot House Event: May 4 (and through the weekend), Frederick, MD Maryland Sheep & Wool: May 5 & 6 in West Friendship, MD NH Sheep & Wool: May 12 & 13 in Deerfield, NH Rhode Island Fiber Festival & Craft Fair: May 19 & 20 in Bristol, RI Massachusetts Sheep & Wool Festival: May 26 & 27 in Cummington, MA Fiber Frolic:June 2 & 3 in Windsor, ME VT Sheep & Wool: September 29 & 30 in Tunbridge, VT NY State Sheep & Wool Festival: October 20 & 21 in Rhinebeck, NY Fiber Festival of New England: November 3 & 4 in West Springfield, MA   The 100 Day Project #the100dayproject 100daysoflists with my bFF -posting on IG not every day so it doesn't fill up my feed. just prompts I came up with. If you want me to list some in the group as a kick off for chatter later me know. I'd love to hear your answers!   Contest, News & Notes   My latest shawl design, Jean Marie, is now available on Ravelry! It is on sale for only $3 until 4/21 (no coupon code required)- after that it will go up to the regular price of $6.     Jean Marie is a top-down half-hexagon shawl designed for 3 colors of Ross Farm Sport weight yarn. It uses simple knit, purl and slipped stitches to create three distinct textures- one for each color.  The result is a very wearable, warm shawl that sits nicely on the shoulders. It is also great for use with commercial or handspun yarn in a single solid, tonal or variegated yarn. You can easily use Sport or DK weight!        Ask me Anything   This episode I answered a question from SewRunKnit about how to photograph FOs late at night before a KAL deadline.     First tip would be-- take the best photo you can without killing yourself. Consider more of a proof of life so you're eligible for the contest and then after you post- delete those photos so you HAVE to take a better photo in the daylight. Natural light photos always come out best, especially if your photography skills are limited. But if you do have to shoot inside your house at midnight when the lighting is dim at best- here are my best tips: Find the best possible light your house has to offer. Try to find a lighter background to shoot agains Shoot straight at your FO instead of looking down on it, if possible. If using DSLR Camera (some require a built-in flash) Shoot in Aperture priority mode- and look for a low F stop number. Raise your ISO-. You may need a tripod or self timer because shake from hand can ruin the shot. Sometimes this is still really tricky and if we're going for simple it may not be your best bet. Use a flash but diffuse the light. Some options: Use the flash with tissue over it Hold a white index card/paper at a 45 degree angle in front of your flash, and take your shot. The light should hit the card, bounce to the ceiling, and spread out the light. Cut a water bottle and place over flash to diffuse light DIY diffuser tutorial Pop-up flash tips If using your smart phone to take photos Tap screen to focus, picking the darkest area. The camera should adjust and brighten it up some. Find a better camera app. I like the Camera Plus app. It allows you to adjust the brightness.   On a Happy Note Easter with my big, crazy family was tons of fun, especially the egg hunt with the kiddos. Lunch with Holli with Qdoba! Date night Dan at a new local restaurant My Aunt Florence's 90th brithday! Starting #the100dayproject with Kris. I've also opened a thread in the Ravelry Group if you want to share your answers to the prompts Taking time for a mini-retreat day at home while Dan was away (and before the chaos of the musical really ramps up) Birthday breakfast with my 2 besties and my niece Hattie     Quote of the Week "To blame someone for not understanding you fully is deeply unfair because, first of all, we don't understand ourselves, and even if we do understand ourselves, we have such a hard time communication ourselves to other people. Therefore, to be furious and enraged and bitter that people don't get all of who we are is a really cruel piece of immaturity."  Alain De Botton   ------   Thank you for tuning in!   Contact Information: Ravelry: BostonJen & Down Cellar Studio Podcast Ravelry Group Twitter: Instagram: BostonJen1 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/downcellarstudio Sign up for my email newsletter to get the latest on everything happening in the Down Cellar Studio!          

  Thank you for tuning in to Episode 134 of the Down Cellar Studio Podcast.Full show notes including photos can be found at www.downcellarstudio.com/134   This week's segments included:   Off the Needles On the Needles From the Armchair Crafty Adventures KAL News Events Contest, News & Notes Life in Focus On a Happy Note Quote of the Week       Off the Needles   Go with the Flo Shawl Aunt Florence shawl. Got to half way point during 3/13 noreaster.  Needles: US 6 Yarn: Invictus Yarn Beyond XL in the Colorway Believe 150g skein- 600 yards Pattern: to be published  Still looking for test knitters. Very loose timeline for this one. Would love to see how it works with handspun since it can be done based on weight instead of yards.   On the Needles     Mezzo Cardigan Pattern: Mezzo Cardigan by Alexis Winslow $7 Needles: US 10 (6.0 mm) Yarn:  “DK” Mystery skeins (pink and grays). Exact yardage not known. Yarn purchased from Sweitzer’s Fiber Mill at Rhinebeck 2017.  3 skeins blush pink, 2 skeins of dark gray, 1 skein light gray. 3 50gram skeins of Plymouth DK Merino in white looks a bit more cream to me). Held with Fingering. 2 skeins of Legacy Fiber Artz also purchased this year. The Mayor (grays, pinks, cream and bits of rust), Edwards Scissorshands- cream base with blush pink and small pops of charcoal. Light gray Cloudborn Highland    Pewter Socks Pattern: Non-Eucilidian by Sarah Jordan Yarn: Olann Hand Dyed in Ireland Sock Lite in the Pewter Colorway Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Rainbow Stripe Paintbox Socks Yarn: Paintbox Sock yarn in the Rainbow stripe colorway Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) and US 1 (2 mm) Pattern: planning to do the Non-Euclidian heel by Sarah Jordan   Witch's Brew Socks Yarn: Knit Picks Felici (Self Striping) in the Witch's Brew Colorway with Knit Picks Stroll Fingering in the Ash Colorway for contrast Needles: US 1.5 (2.5 mm) Pattern: TBD      From the Armchair   Teaching your Brain to Knit Episode  talked about Arne and Carlos video that talks about if you want even tension with colorwork you shouldn't do it two handed  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YJdlBzrYKss   Goop Podcast (hosted by Gweneth Paltrow- 1st episode features Oprah Winfrey) Winfrey talked about two of the books that most affected her life, and they’re both about spirituality and human consciousness.  “The Seat of the Soul,” by Gary Zukav, and  Eckhart Tolle’s “A New Earth: Awakening to Your Life’s Purpose.”   The Guilty Feminist Podcast   Crafty Adventures   Collage wall in the hallway is nearly done!   KAL News     Slay the Stash 2018 Each month you can declare a skein of yarn to knit/crochet/weave to its very end. Let’s use up those older special skeins that are soooo pretty we don’t want to touch them. In 2018, we are turning those sacred skeins into beautiful projects you can enjoy-- and maybe win a new beautiful skein of yarn from one of our sponsors along the way! Full details and rules can be found here. January Post Use and follow #slaythestash2018 on Social Media Slay the Stash 2018: Sponsor List January: KnitCircus February: Kathryn Frank Fiber Arts March: Blue Skin Yarns April: BlueberryChick Yarn May: Legacy Fiber Artz June: Knitters Brewing Co July: Fish Belly Fiber Works August: SixandSevenFiber September: Fibernymph Dye Works October: Marigold Jen November: Dyenamixx Yarns December: Sunsoaked Yarns   Events   2018 Box O' Balls Round Robin Mini Swap: sign up anytime during 2018.  Shipping cost of $13.50 (within US; have option to send Internationally) The contents will include: at least 20 mini yarn balls (each ball will be minimum of 5g/ 20 yards) to choose from, a handwritten note or card and a small gift. Find all of the details in this thread in the Ravelry Group.   Festival Schedule   I won't be going to Maryland Sheep & Wool :( but if you do I hope you have fun    5th Annual Fiber Marketplace- Yarn Sellar, York, ME: Saturday April 7 from 10a-3p York Harbor Inn in York ME. $5 entry fee List of vendors available on their website! Gore Place Annual Sheepsheering Festival: April 28 Connecticut Sheep, Wool & Fiber Festival: April 28 in Vernon, CT Needles Up: May 4 from 2-6p in Columbia Maryland Knot House Event: May 4 (and through the weekend), Frederick, MD Maryland Sheep & Wool: May 5 & 6 in West Friendship, MD NH Sheep & Wool: May 12 & 13 in Deerfield, NH Rhode Island Fiber Festival & Craft Fair: May 19 & 20 in Bristol, RI Massachusetts Sheep & Wool Festival: May 26 & 27 in Cummington, MA Fiber Frolic:June 2 & 3 in Windsor, ME VT Sheep & Wool: September 29 & 30 in Tunbridge, VT NY State Sheep & Wool Festival: October 20 & 21 in Rhinebeck, NY Fiber Festival of New England: November 3 & 4 in West Springfield, MA   The 100 Day Project       Contest, News & Notes   News- Splash Pad Party- Sponsor Spots available Official Rules can be found here.   Life in Focus   On a Happy Note Lots of family fun, musical adventures and self care!     Quote of the Week   To be rooted is perhaps the most important and least recognized need of the human soul. -Simone Weil   ------     Thank you for tuning in!   Contact Information: Ravelry: BostonJen & Down Cellar Studio Podcast Ravelry Group Twitter: Instagram: BostonJen1 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/downcellarstudio Sign up for my email newsletter to get the latest on everything happening in the Down Cellar Studio!    

The Two Ewes are both in Seattle!  Assembling spinning wheels, meeting listeners, weaving, knitting, and comparing notes on sweaters are just some of the activities from their fun week. Project Updates Marsha is knitting a new project since the last episode.  The pattern is Opteka by Isabell Kraemer and the yarn is Imperial Yarn Tracie Too.  This is Marsha's second long-sleeved pullover.  She is wearing her Combo Spin sweater so much she decided to make another sweater with similar characteristics. Marsha has also finished a project already this year.  In fact, it was finished in two days!  Her first weaving project was a huge success.  There will be more information about this in the next Winter Weave Along episode.  Kelly is almost exclusively working on the  Indigo Frost by Isabell Kraemer.  The Ewes are definitely enjoying her patterns these days! Kelly's version is a vivid spring green cormo yarn from Sincere Sheep in the Virid colorway.  The color work portion is being done with handspun left over from her Funky Grandpa cardigan.  This will guarantee that she will stand out in a crowd! She also has weaving as her first finished project of 2018.  The woven pouch is finished, sporting one of her favorite buttons from the button stash.   The directions for the woven pouch can be found in the first Winter Weave Along lesson.  Fiber Adventures Marsha's new/old Ashford Traditional got a good spin at the Spin-In.  Many interesting wheels were there, including an interesting Dutch Moswalt wheel and an antique Norwegian Wheel with matching spinning chair that was for sale. The Ewes also made fiber purchases from a variety of fun vendors.  Huckleberry Knits, Fleebers Farm, Sauked In Farm, and Homestead Hobbyist all got added to the stash.  Fiber in the Wild Kelly was delighted to find that a new mill with spinning capability has opened in California.  Valley Oak Wool and Fiber Mill in Yolo County is now the only mill in the state that spins yarn.  This article details the story of the mill's owner and its recent opening.  Stay tuned for more about this exciting development! Marsha shares a video in which Fairy Little knits a sweater in one day using time lapse video. Amazing!

Sponsor: Ewetopia is a local yarn shop in rural Viroqua, WI, carrying a beautiful selection of yarns and fibers, including their very own line of hand dyed yarns. One of my favorite things about Ewetopia is it’s generational foundation, the shop was started by Kathryn Ashley-Wright and later her mother Lisa Ashley joined her as partner in the business. Along with Kathryn’s grandmother Gloria and her daughters Stella and Mae…you’ll sometimes find all four generations busy around the shop…what a special thing to have. In addition to the Ewetopia shop and yarn brand, Kathryn and her family have a farm in southwestern Wisconsin where they grow certified organic hay and rotationally graze their flock of 50 ewes…comprised of Corriedale, Border Leicester and Merino crosses, which contribute to their Ewetopia yarn and fiber line. If you’re in the Viroqua area or just passing through, make sure to visit them in person. You can find a selection of Ewetopia yarns and fibers, and more info on the shop and farm online at ewetopiafibershop.com. And find them on Instagram @ewetopiayarn. Fiber folk: To me, Green Mountain Spinnery is one of the staples of the fiber industry, and has been since founded in 1981 by David Ritchie, […]

Sponsor: I want to thank one of our sponsors for this week’s episode, Cast Away and Folk, a modern yarn, sewing & weaving shop in Historic Railroad Square in Santa Rosa, CA. Cast Away and Folk makes their home in a turn of the century large brick loft, that inspires you as soon as you walk through the doors. The three owners, Justine, Leslee and Isla and their experienced team are so welcoming and there to gel you choose your next project or find just the right fiber or fabric you’ve been looking for. They offer a wide variety of great classes and workshops covering sewing, knitting, weaving, felting, embroidery and more. Make sure to visit Cast Away & Folk online at castawayandfolk.com or in person when in Santa Rosa. You can also find them on Instagram @castawayandfolk. In October, Cast Away and Folk is hosting a very special field trip to one of my most favorite places, Twirl. This is the home of my friend Mary Pettis-Sarley, the creator of Twirl yarn and her myriad of alpacas, sheep, horses, cattle, dogs, chickens, pigs, goats, and of course Zack the donkey. You won’t believe this place…with Napa valley’s rolling hills, indigo […]

I’m very excited to share the fifteenth episode of the Woolful podcast. Today we get to meet two fiber folks, both women with a special love for Gotland sheep and both with unique fiber journeys that have taken them to interesting and inspiring places…Sue Blacker of Blacker Yarns and The Natural Fibre Company and Kim Goodling of Vermont Grand View Farm. Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Portfiber, a wonderful shop in Portland, Maine, specializing in one of a kind, hand-dyed fiber and yarn. Casey has curated an incredible collection of spinning fiber including yak, Chiri, Alpaca, Polwarth and hand-dyed blends. You can visit Portfiber in person when in Portland Maine or shop online at portfiber.com Fiber folk 1: Kim is a passionate ambassador and breeder of Gotland Sheep, dyer, entrepreneur and hardworking mom. She runs a beautiful farm in Vermont where she hosts farm stays and a great selection of fiber related classes. She recently launched her online shop of Gotland yarns and fibers at gotlandwoolcompany.com You can find her at grandviewfarmvt.net and on Instagram @vtgrandviewfarm. For this week’s “Man on the Street” I asked a handful of fiber enthusiasts to answer a question, shared by Cady in our Raverly group. “What […]

Join me for a fun and interesting conversation with Michael Hampton of Hampton Fiber Mill in Richmond VT.

I’m very excited to share the fourth episode of the Woolful podcast. Today we get to meet two fiber folk that have inspired many of us in many different ways. Matt Gilbert a shearer and founder of the Mendocino Wool and Fiber Mill and Melody Hoffman of Mandarine’s. Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Yarn, a charming online and local yarn shop based in Eureka, California. Yarn was created by Sunni Schrivner who has a dedication for natural fibers and supporting local yarns. Make sure to visit Yarn in person when on the coast in hum bolt county and online at yarn-fun.com. Fiber folk 1: Melody is a passionate knitter and maker, with new aspirations as a knitwear designer. Originally from France, she now lives is Latvia where she focuses her days on knitting and self-sustainability. You can follow her journey on her blog at bmandarines.squarespace.com and on Instagram @bmandarines. Man on the Street: For this week’s “Man on the Street” I asked a handful of fiber enthusiasts to answer the following question, “If you could raise a flock of sheep in the breed of your choice, which it be?” We had many amazing replies from Melissa (@hey_lady_hey), Jennifer (@jaykay_knits), Andrea […]