Tag Archives: handspun

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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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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