Natural Dyeing Diaries: Rhubarb Leaves

https://vimeo.com/971916081?share=copy Natural dyeing has always interested me. Using plants to dye feels like a way to connect with nature. I was intimidated by dyeing wool, so I hoped a workshop would help me start. When that didn’t happen, a friend encouraged me to try it on my own. So, I did and decided to share …

Spinning Yarn Is Worth It!

https://vimeo.com/928591072?share=copy When I started spinning yarn, people often asked why I bothered when it’s so easy to buy. It’s a fair question, and I often wish I could explain in detail why. So, here’s a brief reminder for myself and an invitation for others to understand why I love spinning yarn. I hope fellow handspinners …

Reigniting My Spinning Groove: Learning How to Spin Yarn Again!

https://vimeo.com/manage/videos/874927464 Music:  Wonders Abound by  Joyspring I have been spinning since 2011 and I would spin for hours daily.I was addicted and couldn’t fathom taking a break. Unbelievably, I went an entire year without spinning. This unexpected pause happened because the drive band on my spinning wheel broke, and I needed to replace it. I’d …