Category Archives: Handspun

2010 State Fair results

Posted on September 20, 2010 by

Lessa did make it to the fair! I finished the sleeves and got it washed and blocked in plenty of time.  Okay, so it was just a teeny bit damp when I left the house, but it was dry by … Continue reading →

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1 1/2 sleeves in 1 1/2 weeks

Posted on August 28, 2010 by

The Kansas State Fair is nearly upon us once again… and after last year’s fun, of course I had to join in again!  I’ve entered three items: some handspun yarn in the weaving category, and two women’s garments – the … Continue reading →

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Paua Shell Tank

Posted on July 10, 2010 by

I am reminded of Thanksgiving dinner… the preparation takes forEVER, but the actual event is over before you know it. That’s how it feels, looking at my finished Paua Shell Tank.  I started the spinning shortly after purchasing the fiber … Continue reading →

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Unplying, step 2

Posted on May 6, 2008 by

The adventure continues. (Adventure: Dangerous or, as in this case, uncertain undertaking which is much better experienced in retrospect than in real time.) It has actually not been all that bad. I set up my antique clock reel and slipped … Continue reading →

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