My grandmother loved rug hooking. She always had a large round frame with a project on it of intricate patterns and colors. I inherited her device for cutting thin strips of wool fabric. Years ago, I set out to learn how to cut my own fabric. I never learned how to use the strip cutter properly though, as my fabric pieces would … Read More
Joining in on KCCO to share a simple way to tell your sweetheart you love them with a wool heart! It is so simple, even children can make them. 1. Gather a small zip lock bag, wool roving, shiny glitz, and locks of mohair. Gather your supplies 2. Pull tufts of wool from the roving and lay them … Read More
“Elohim” ~ God our CreatorI started a book study this week, with some woman from my church, on the many names of God (LORD, I Want to Know You, by Kay Arthur). Chapter 2 speaks fondly to my heart- “Elohim”, creator of heaven and earth, and all that is in it. Each time I pick up my knitting needles, I am … Read More
Joining in on Ginny’s Yarn Along with an update on the twin baby boys and preemie sweaters I knit for them. A couple of weeks ago, I posted a preemie sweater I was knitting for twin grand-nephews. These little boys entered the world a month early and so spent the first 10 days in the NICU. Both boys are home now, … Read More
Wet Felted Wool Purse Joining in on KCCO and sharing my love of felt making. Felting~the process of taking disconnected fibers, and turning them into a strong, smooth piece of fabric. The felting process begins with a web of fibers. The web consists of individual strands of wool. Each piece of fiber has scales, which open when warm water is applied. … Read More
