Tag Archives: gloves

Fiber source to finished product

Posted on September 8, 2011 by

I happened to have a few pictures to illustrate the steps from beginning to end, so thought I’d share them with you. It all started with the visit to a local alpaca breeder two years ago (Sunflower Alpaca Farm, shortly … Continue reading →

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Fair project: Alpaca Fair Isle gloves

Posted on August 7, 2011 by

It’s that time again – the Kansas State Fair is nearing (all too soon for me)!  Since there is a new class this year for “Any Hand Knit Item – made with Hand Spun” I feel honor bound to enter … Continue reading →

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Gadgets old and new

Posted on August 3, 2010 by

Everyone has their gadget preferences, and I’ll be the first to admit that some of my favorites are of the low-tech variety, including these two recent acquisitions. First up is a salad spinner fiber spinner that I bought after using … Continue reading →

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