Handspinning
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Sheep, wool, and my new book
Yesterday I returned home from a four-day retreat with some of the most inspired, inquisitive fiber artists I know, visions of indigo still dancing through my mind. At home a package from Interweave was patiently awaiting my return—the advance copy of my first book had arrived. For about a year and a half, I’ve been working diligently on The…
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On the Nature of Workbaskets
I adore works in progress—especially of the textile variety. Bits of half-embroidered cloth poking out of a workbasket or unblocked lace laid aside in a knitting bag have so much potential. They have always seemed wonderful to me, lying in their suspended state waiting for the maker’s return.This love of unfinished work is something that I’ve…
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2015 Fall Workshops
This fall, I’ll be back out on the fiber trail. Here’s where you can find me: Sauder Village Fiber Arts Fest Archbold, Ohio. September 24‒27 Now in its second year, the Fiber Arts Fest at Sauder Village in northwest Ohio has grown by leaps and bounds. This year, the living-history museum welcomes five instructors with workshops…
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Estonian Island Weekend with Nancy Bush and Kate Larson
When I visited Estonia several years ago, I fell head over heels in love with the embroidered textiles I saw in museums and private collections. Estonian embroidery can be found on woven fabrics like linen shirt collars and cuffs, fulled woolen coverlets, and aprons. Other examples adorn knitted pieces, such as mittens, gloves, and the button bands on fitted…
Kate Larson Textiles 