Well, we are back this week with another debate on a controversial topic. As I’m writing this, I’m smiling because I hear Suzy’s voice in my head saying, “We’re just making yarn, people!” She often says this in response to situations where
Tool Tips: The Humble Diz
Firstly, remember a while back Arlene surprised me with a wonderful woven treat? (I am still glowing!) So now, with my impending trip to the US and the much looked forward to hang out with Arlene between workshops, I thought
True Grit and Handspun Yarns
In some regards, I am a classicist. Maybe not so much with hand spun yarn, but definitely with movies. St. Patrick’s Day came and went this week, but not without me watching “The Quiet Man” starring John Wayne aka The
Tool Tips – Hackle!
(Photo courtesy of Majacraft) This week we are bringing a new course announcement (you’ll have to read to the end!!) and we are bringing you the first of our tool features, because, in fiberista language, ‘tool’ = ‘toy’…right? So to
The Great Thick & Thin Debate!
Arlene: I thought I knew Wool Wench pretty well. Afterall, week in and week out, hours of Skype sessions, uncountable emails…and then, accidently, I found out that while I love Thick & Thin yarns, Wool Wench isn’t a fan. What?!?!?
Purple!
Purple! I love it! It’s our current featured colour in our colour series, and my turn (Suzy) to write the post. Got me thinking, all this time, I have used purple in almost everything, painting, drawing, dyeing, batt making, I
Big Batch of Site Updates!
It sure has been exciting here this week! Since we all have so much going on in our lives, we thought we’d do a little recap on the blog in case you missed any of the happenings. The biggest news
In Praise of Singles
I know, its Valentines day, and I am talking about singles! Well Cupid isn’t always welcome, especially when we have ‘the perfect single’ thats really not trying to hook up with the perfectly matched partner to ‘balance’ it.. This is
First Ever FiberyGoodness Live Broadcast and Majacraft Product Reveal
(scroll down for viewing details and link) Backstory: Remember a few months ago I (Suzy) was in New Zealand? And I was visiting at Majacraft? Glynis made mention in their newsletter that we had spent some time in the design
On Making Things for Others
Suzy warned me about writing this post. She tells me it is going to stir up controversy! But, this is what has been on my mind lately…if you read all the way to the end, I will tell you why…hehehe…