News from our Sponsors
Bazaar Girls
Robert Mahar will be here on Oct. 6 to teach two classes: "Embroidered Snow Globes" and "Linen Botanicals".https://www.bazaargirls.com/wp/?page_id=3354
Faina Goberstein will be teaching a Zoom class on Intermediate Slip-Stitch Techniques, featuring Woven Slip-Stitch. Saturday, Oct. 19 from 1-3 Pacific time on Zoom. The class will be recorded for later
viewing if the time doesn't work for you. There's more to Slip-Stitch than Mosaic knitting!
https://www.bazaargirls.com/wp/?event=intermediate-slip-stitch-colorwork-with-faina-goberstein-on-zoom
Shana Cohen will teach Basics of Modular Knitting on Zoom on Saturday, Oct. 26 from 1-3 Pacific time. The class will be recorded for later viewing if the time doesn't work for you. Learn the possibilities of this versatile technique.
https://www.bazaargirls.com/wp/?event=basics-of-modular-knitting-with-shana-cohen-on-zoom
We will also be hosting the Fiber Traditions Weekend, Nov. 1-3, in partnership with Jorstad Artisan Yarns. Teachers include Varian Brandon from N. Carolina (color work and steeked shawls); Michael Kelson (Spinning for Lace and Spinning for a Sweater); Judith Mackenzie (gentle spinning circle) and others.
Planning ahead: there are still a few spots open in Beth Brown-Reinsel's Cowichan-Inspired Cardigan, in person on Feb. 7-9, 2025. For more information: https://www.bazaargirls.com/wp/?event=cowichan-inspired-cardigan-with-beth-brown-reinsel.
For more information on these classes and to register, click here.
Churchmouse Yarns & Teas
The new Churchmouse Design Studio in Kingston, WA is open by appointment and for special events. You can see what's coming up in October by visiting our website and clicking here. You'll see another two-day "Open Studio" on October 5th & 6th, and later in the month a special event featuring Sandy Barnes who will run us through the possibilities of ITO, a captivating line of yarns from Japan. For more info, call 206-780-2686, option 1 or write to [email protected]
LavenderSheep
My news this month is my coasters, titled Coffee with Anni, made the front cover of Little Looms Magazine. The coasters are a tribute to Anni Albers and are inspired by her piece Red and Blue Layers.
Robert Mahar will be here on Oct. 6 to teach two classes: "Embroidered Snow Globes" and "Linen Botanicals".https://www.bazaargirls.com/wp/?page_id=3354
Faina Goberstein will be teaching a Zoom class on Intermediate Slip-Stitch Techniques, featuring Woven Slip-Stitch. Saturday, Oct. 19 from 1-3 Pacific time on Zoom. The class will be recorded for later
viewing if the time doesn't work for you. There's more to Slip-Stitch than Mosaic knitting!
https://www.bazaargirls.com/wp/?event=intermediate-slip-stitch-colorwork-with-faina-goberstein-on-zoom
Shana Cohen will teach Basics of Modular Knitting on Zoom on Saturday, Oct. 26 from 1-3 Pacific time. The class will be recorded for later viewing if the time doesn't work for you. Learn the possibilities of this versatile technique.
https://www.bazaargirls.com/wp/?event=basics-of-modular-knitting-with-shana-cohen-on-zoom
We will also be hosting the Fiber Traditions Weekend, Nov. 1-3, in partnership with Jorstad Artisan Yarns. Teachers include Varian Brandon from N. Carolina (color work and steeked shawls); Michael Kelson (Spinning for Lace and Spinning for a Sweater); Judith Mackenzie (gentle spinning circle) and others.
Planning ahead: there are still a few spots open in Beth Brown-Reinsel's Cowichan-Inspired Cardigan, in person on Feb. 7-9, 2025. For more information: https://www.bazaargirls.com/wp/?event=cowichan-inspired-cardigan-with-beth-brown-reinsel.
For more information on these classes and to register, click here.
Churchmouse Yarns & Teas
The new Churchmouse Design Studio in Kingston, WA is open by appointment and for special events. You can see what's coming up in October by visiting our website and clicking here. You'll see another two-day "Open Studio" on October 5th & 6th, and later in the month a special event featuring Sandy Barnes who will run us through the possibilities of ITO, a captivating line of yarns from Japan. For more info, call 206-780-2686, option 1 or write to [email protected]
LavenderSheep
My news this month is my coasters, titled Coffee with Anni, made the front cover of Little Looms Magazine. The coasters are a tribute to Anni Albers and are inspired by her piece Red and Blue Layers.
The Maid and Spindle
Upcoming events for The Maid and Spindle are:
Lambtown Festival in Dixon, CA on October 5-6th
Quilcene Fiber Festival in Quilcene, WA on October 12th
Northwest Yarns and Mercantile Trunk Show in Bellingham, WA on October 19th
Seattle Sky Dyeworks
October 12th Vending at Quilcene Fiber Festival in Quilcene WA
Skagit Woolen Works
International Quilt & Fiber Arts Festival
We had an amazing time at this show last year - even if you're not a quilter this event is a must visit for anyone interested in textiles, there are true works of art! We'll have our natural wool quilt batting, and other woolly goodness for crafters. October 4-6 at the Edward Hansen Conference Center in Everett, WA.
Yarn Dragon
Yarn Dragon continues to hold their weekly Sip n Stitch every Friday from 4-6:30pm. Wine is available from Northwest Tastings.
https://yarndragon.com/products/sip-n-stitch-1
Yarn Dragon owner Jonathan Berner is excited to teach beginning spinning with drop spindles Nov 16th and 30th 5-6:30pm. Jonathan began spinning in Cleveland but really got into it when he moved to Boulder County, the home of Schacht Spindle Company. The incredible community built up by one of the world's premier spinning and weaving companies gave Jonathan an incredible knowledge base that he can't wait to share with you! Cost includes a drop spindle and 100 grams of Yarn Dragon hand dyed fiber.
https://yarndragon.com/products/drop-spindle-i-ii-1
Upcoming events for The Maid and Spindle are:
Lambtown Festival in Dixon, CA on October 5-6th
Quilcene Fiber Festival in Quilcene, WA on October 12th
Northwest Yarns and Mercantile Trunk Show in Bellingham, WA on October 19th
Seattle Sky Dyeworks
October 12th Vending at Quilcene Fiber Festival in Quilcene WA
Skagit Woolen Works
International Quilt & Fiber Arts Festival
We had an amazing time at this show last year - even if you're not a quilter this event is a must visit for anyone interested in textiles, there are true works of art! We'll have our natural wool quilt batting, and other woolly goodness for crafters. October 4-6 at the Edward Hansen Conference Center in Everett, WA.
Yarn Dragon
Yarn Dragon continues to hold their weekly Sip n Stitch every Friday from 4-6:30pm. Wine is available from Northwest Tastings.
https://yarndragon.com/products/sip-n-stitch-1
Yarn Dragon owner Jonathan Berner is excited to teach beginning spinning with drop spindles Nov 16th and 30th 5-6:30pm. Jonathan began spinning in Cleveland but really got into it when he moved to Boulder County, the home of Schacht Spindle Company. The incredible community built up by one of the world's premier spinning and weaving companies gave Jonathan an incredible knowledge base that he can't wait to share with you! Cost includes a drop spindle and 100 grams of Yarn Dragon hand dyed fiber.
https://yarndragon.com/products/drop-spindle-i-ii-1
