July - 31 - 2009 Reporter: IdaW Comments Off
Like Alice, you may think you’ve tumbled into something special when you check in with The March Hare. You’ll find beautiful hand-dyed yarns as well as rovings that come from their own sheep.
The March Hare will be at the Sock Summit, so if you’re there, be sure to stop by and [...]
July - 29 - 2009 Reporter: IdaW Comments Off
Don’t let the name Greensleeves Spindles throw you. They offer more than beautiful spindles. You’ll find spinning accessories as well as beautiful fiber in the shop.
Most of the handmade spindles and accessories are available in a choice of wood or laminates.
July - 29 - 2009 Reporter: IdaW Comments Off
Elizabeth’s Designs carries yarns and fibers that almost any knitter, crocheter, or spinner would love. Take a look
If you’re looking into spinning, choose from Elizabeth’s Designs’ handpainted locks of rovings. (And Knitters: If you’re into freestyle knitting, try inserting unspun locks into your project for a different look, or try them with [...]
July - 27 - 2009 Reporter: IdaW Comments Off
Well, of course you are. But, I meant specifically in KnittingQ’s Summer Blogcation(tm). The winner of the halfway drawing has been selected. See if it’s you, check out the answer to Stop 6, and get the clues for Stop 7, all at Summer Blogcation, your one stop for summer fun.
July - 27 - 2009 Reporter: IdaW Comments Off
Many handspinners begin learning the skill by using a spindle. As skills progress, many move on to wheels. Some, however, stick to the spindle, and even many who use a wheel also use spindles from time to time.
To many spindlers, having a Golding spindle in their collection is a goal. They’re not inexpensive, but they’re [...]
July - 26 - 2009 Reporter: IdaW Comments Off
Don’t forget to send in your answer to Stop 6 on the KnittingQ Summer Blogcation(tm). And keep in mind that someone who enters by Sunday, July 26 will win a prize.