This weeks update is all about organic fibers and yarns. For the spinners in the group we are offering organic merino top and organic cotton sliver. The organic cotton sliver is from Sally Fox who grows the cotton here in California and is working on breeding colored cottons. If you are more interested in yarns, [...]
-
Maia’s Blog- Dyeing with Rhubarb Root January 11, 2012Winter 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, 2011There 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, 2011I 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... […]
- Dyeing with Rhubarb Root January 11, 2012
