Art yarn is generally yarn that has been spun to include lots of texture and colour. It may also have unusual structure, combinations of fibres or even inclusions like beads, charms or bells. I actually prefer the term ‘textured yarn’ because to me it is important that the yarn can perform as good, useful, well…
Affectionately known as ‘The Nearly There Trees’, Cookworthy Knapp is a stand of over 100 beech trees at the side of the A30 which welcomes people into Cornwall. It has become an iconic view and was featured by the BBC in an article ‘The Landmarks That Mean You Are Nearly Home‘ along with the Angel…
Why Get an Electric Spinning Wheel? The Ashford Jumbo ESpinner is allowing me to continue being a spinner. Due to an irritatingly persistent knee grumble that keeps me awake at night, I have been finding treadling on the spinning wheels for any length of time quite painful so I have finally given in and bought…
