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 before they moved to Fort Scott, KS). I was completely charmed by the animals, and took quite a few pictures.… Continue Reading Fiber source to finished product
Continue reading →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 something. Back in June, I decided to make the pair of Fair Isle gloves I’d been thinking about ever since… Continue Reading Fair project: Alpaca Fair Isle gloves
Continue reading →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 one at the dye workshop in April. I tracked it down at Wal-Mart, after checking other discount department stores. Apparently,… Continue Reading Gadgets old and new
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