Yarn tasting Sunday, March 14, 12-4 pmSample lavish Bijou Basin Yak Fibre Yarnsand Preview a Designers ShowcaseBijou Basin yarns and fibres will be availableto knit and/or spin for yourself.10% discount off any Bijou Basin Fibresordered or purchased on Sunday.Refreshments will be served.Please RSVP to reserve your seatingin our lovely new classroom area.860-482-3979 ... Read More »
Holiday Open House
Holiday Open House Friday-Sunday November 27-2910:00- 2:00 pm Make and take classes for children & adultsGnomes , trees & santas, Oh My!!Call ahead to reserve your spot ... Read More »
Chairishthearts
This is my submition to Chairish the arts. It was woven an Ashford rigid heddle loom using sari silk yarn. ... Read More »
Felted scarf with a twist featured in Spin Off!
I' m very excited that my scarf was featured in the winter Spin Off . The Icelandic singles created a twist with in the weave which I think looks fabulous. ... Read More »
Rigid Heddle looms- the next big thing
Yes you heard it here, rigid heddle looms are the next big thing in fibre works. I knew it three years ago when Ashford came out with their Knitter's Loom. Very smart I thought, to get in on the scarf craze, and snap up all those new knitters, and excited experienced knitters. The weaving wave is is up and let's hope it keeps on going for a long while. With time and energy in such short supply these days, but the desire to find creativity and beauty in our lives, how perfect is the much overlooked rigid heddle. You only have to look at www.ravelry.com to see how the rigid heddle group has ... Read More »
Fabulous Berocco Designs
I can't get enough of the new fall designs from Berocco. Absolutely gorgeous! The yarns are really yummy as well. I love Peruvia, such nice rich colours. And who doesn't love the Ultra Alpaca line. I can't remember a fall season when there were so many designs, especially sweaters that I wanted to make. ... Read More »
Rigid Heddle Weaving Classes
Leno Lace Runner This will be the first group project. Sunday, June 29th 1-2:30 pmIN SHEEP'S CLOTHING Rigid Heddle Weavers GroupRigid Heddle Loom purchases through IN SHEEP'S CLOTHING entitle owners *Free membership to this unique club.*Free weaving classes scheduled throughout the year*Specially discounted weaving yarns/kits*Access to an unbelievable library of weaving books and magazines* Help only a phone call or click awayWatch for your membership announcement.Some of the weaving classes planned are:*Leno lace*Fringes* Finishes*Clasped weft weaving*Working with warp & weft floats ... Read More »
In Sheep's Clothing Knitting /Crochet/Felting Classes Pre-registration is required prior to all classes. It is appreciated that class materials be purchased in the shop before class.Please note that I am always happy to help out when problems/questions arise during the course of working on any In Sheep's Clothing fibre project.860-482-3979insheepscloth@optonline.net June Classes KnittingFREE CLASS!!!! Fabulous Swirl scarf or shawl- This no-sew lace shawl looks soooo complicated, but is really quite easy. Learn to master double pointed needles, and easy lace pattern. You will be very proud of ... Read More »
Weaving Classes at In Sheep’s Clothing
Weaving classes are available at In Sheep's Clothing . Classes in Rigid heddle weaving is a specialty. The rigid heddle loom is fast and easy to warp and weave on. Knitters will love the fact that knitting yarns weave beautifully, a great use for all that stash taking up room.Would be weavers can also learn to weave on the 4 harness loom as well as tapestry and inkle loom. ... Read More »
Ravelry
I finally got the chance to really sit and read the postings on Ravelry yesterday. So many of the projects are absolutely inspiring. I have so little spare time, but I will have to save a little for this group. There's a lot that it offers. It also makes me realize how small the world is becoming. ... Read More »