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Author Archives: Leslie
Supported spindle in Blue Mahoe (aka, new toy)
I recently discovered the spindles of Ken and Marilyn Mocker, who run Silly Salmon Designs. I’d never heard of them, but a well placed ad on Etsy (advertising works, yes) caught my eye … Continue reading
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FO: Boreas sweater
So what the hell happened between the end of 2013 and now? Well, I finished my thesis, graduated, got a job, got another job, and finally brought my beloved pony up to Canada. She has adapted quite well to the … Continue reading
Posted in finished object, horses, Knitting, twist collective
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ahoy
Hello little moribund fibre blog… haven’t forgotten you. Back very soon. xo.
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Presents
This Christmas I didn’t do much giving or receiving of gifts, which was a nice change as I am actively trying not to accumulate more possessions (abandoned vintage typewriters notwithstanding, of course). The few I did receive were very precious, … Continue reading
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Snow >> ice storm
It’s snowing in Montreal, which is greatly preferably to being in Toronto, where a massive ice storm has knocked out power and multiple forms of transit. It’s a good time to get some spinning … Continue reading
Posted in dyeing, Knitting, russian spindle, spindle, Spinning, supported spindle, travel, yarn stores
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Curbside find
Back when I lived in Boston, the annual phenomenon known as Allston Christmas was an exciting time for poor students. Every September 1 (the standard moving day in the area), people who couldn’t be bothered to move or properly discard … Continue reading
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Quilting progress
I seem to be motoring through this Disappearing Nine-Patch I-Spy, as helpfully laid out over at Obsessively Stitching. I’m using fabric sent to me to by the other Wellesley alum who is quilting along with me, as well as some … Continue reading
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