…as in rusty reeds. I read this technique on Ravelery and wish I could remember who posted it. Here’s the trick: Take old rags that you can throw out when you’re done (the rust won’t come out in the wash).…

I have a question about storing yarn (in this case wool and alpaca).  I have yarn for future projects and I am wondering about the best way to store it?  Any suggestions?  In plastic?  Never in plastic?  In some type…

Is anyone planning on heading to the Textile Museum with some of the TWiNE members next Sunday the 1st? We have four definites from the TWiNE group, and I’d like to let them know if they should expect anyone from…

The Tartan Weaver has gifted our library with eight books,  two pamphlets, one monograph, and one weaving-related workbook.  These items have been catalogued, shelved, and added to our website.  Should you have the opportunity to visit with Ralf, please thank…

This morning on “Good Day New York”, Linda Cortright, editor/publisher of Wild Fibers and founder of Keep the Fleece, presented the attached sections of the WLS while accompanied by a llama on the streets of NYC. Take a close look…

When you have a moment, go to keepthefleece.org, then to the menu on left to get to “Scarf Team Listing”. Scroll through the teams and take a look at the donations for NOBO Handweavers.  We have a new total!!

Our section for the World’s Longest Scarf has been completed and mailed, along with its matching journal, to Rhinebeck, NY! We were able to weave just over 7′ and our donations to Heifer International through Keep the Fleece came to…

Check this out: http://www.wired.com/wiredscience/2009/09/spider-silk/ Pretty amazing!

After Mr. Hartwell’s wonderful presentation the other night, I decided to find online resources for tartan thread setts. Here’s the best: http://handweaving.net/Patterns.aspx Just check the “tartan” box and then 700+ setts and images pop up. The sett is generally along…