Maia’s Blog

• Dyeing with Rhubarb Root January 11, 2012
  Winter Wild Crafted dyeing usually means playing with dried materials gathered in warmer months. I recently pulled out some chopped and dried rhubarb root. Rhubarb root can be dug and divided in early spring. Click here for information on dividing... […]
• Knitting With Silk Hankies August 7, 2011
  There seems to be a lot of interest in silk hankies lately. I have been asked many people at recent events how to knit or spin from them, so I thought a blog post might be helpful. What is a... […]
• New Yarns July 26, 2011
  I have a couple of new (or newish) yarns that I haven't told you about yet. Blue faced Leicester Fingering. A tightly twisted 3-ply yarn that blooms beautifully when washed and wears very well. It is ideal for socks though... […]