This episode includes the following segments: The Back Porch, The Front Porch, Chin Waggin’ (with String Theorists Selene and Courtney), and Off the Shelf.  Thank you to everyone who has been in touch with me since the last episode. It is wonderful to receive your messages, packages, comments on the Ravelry board, Instagram likes, and … Continue reading Episode 80: Wool Party →

It has been too long since the last episode, but I’m pleased to provide dedicated listeners with an update on my fiber-y adventures. There has not been nearly enough progress on projects, but I have managed to complete a skein of 3-ply yarn from Haven Fiber. Our June session of Sheep to Shawl consisted of … Continue reading Episode 79: A Good Day to Dye →

This episode includes the following segments: On the Porch, Ever-expanding Skill Set, and Off the Shelf. The weather has been beautiful, and I’ve been gardening, cleaning up, and spending time on the porch with a variety of projects. I provide an update on my fiber arts progress. I’ve developed an interest in rust dyeing, which … Continue reading Episode 78: At the Same Time →

This episode includes the following segments: Sheep to Shawl, Ever-expanding Skill Set, The Front Porch, And Sew Forth.  Oh, there was exciting activity at the Fiber Craft Studio during our May class session — we began our experiments in plant dyeing! I have reporting to do on the Clun Forest and Lincoln fleece samples; plus, … Continue reading Episode 77: Fill to the Rim →

This episode includes the following segments: Yarn Lover at Large, The Back Porch, The Front Porch, Gratitude Journal. You will hear all about my trip to Washington County, NY for the annual Farm & Fiber tour. Did you know that Washington County is the most prominent producer of fiber in the state of New York? … Continue reading Episode 76: Farm Tour →

This episode includes the following segments: Ever-expanding Skill Set, Sheep to Shawl, The Back Porch, Yarn Lover at Large, Double Happiness and Gratitude Journal. I announce the winner of the TurtleMade Contest and introduce two student fiber artists. The photo on the left pictures nine different fibers my Fiber Studio classmates and I were invited … Continue reading Episode 75: Not Only, But Also →

Ravelry membership has exceeded 400, so in this episode, I announce the winner of the Think Green contest!  Yarn from the #soulfulstash swap is already being knit into a shawl, and I made considerable progress on sewing projects during my spring break. My contribution to Easter dinner was tomato tarte tatin, an incredible dish prepared … Continue reading Episode 74: Spindle Q & A →

It’s been spring for a week, but there are still snow patches on the ground and even flurries in the forecast!  Each day, however, there’s a little more bird song.  Finally, the scent of muddy earth greets me each time I open the door.  How delightful to have spring break — a week to work on … Continue reading Episode 73: Cast Iron Skillet →

I’m thrilled about the warmer temperatures, and have been enjoying muddy walks along the Delaware River.  There’s lots of news to share this week!  I think that the read-along revitalized my interest in books, because I’m now enjoying Sylvia Jorrin’s work — which goes very well with a slice of her ginger bread (slathered with … Continue reading Episode 72: Mud & Molasses →

This episode includes the following segments: The Back Porch, The Front Porch, Off the Shelf and Double Happiness.  I talk about my completed Drape Front Sweater and two new projects (one on the needles and one on my new Kuchulu, a Turkish spindle from Jenkins Yarn Tools). In response to listener requests, I read a … Continue reading Episode 71: Persian Endearment →