About 8 years ago began my fascination with fiber. My daughter was 6. Thinking like a mom, I thought knitting would be great left-right brain development. I signed Katie up for introductory knitting instruction in a local knitting shop. Katie did learn to knit...however I am the one who caught the bug... and "The World of Fuzzy String" is still going strong! My mentors are many.... Phylis Kenny northfork stitches...for putting up with all my complaints starting out. Louise Vance master knitter, adviser and friend. Jackie Fee and her book The Sweater Workshop. This book has freed me from reading patterns...and allowed my creativity to come to life. Donna Trunk knitting and fiber designer introduced me to the world of spinning. Donna said if you are going to knit....you must learn how to spin! Boy did i ever learn. The Long Island Study Spinning Group opened a whole new world to me (amazing and talented women). Valerie Beale fiber designer, weaver, jewelry designer and spinning instructor taught me the the tech and art of this craft. Currently I am the proud owner of 3 wheels...Norm Hall Traditional, Lendrum traveler and a Jerry Womack electric spinner. Putting these wheels to work is lots of fun know that acquiring my "Master Spinning Certificate" is the current project. There are 3 levels apprentice (me currently), journeyman and master levels.
Future postings will have photos on my progress. My thanks to Ann, Peggy, Ricki and Cara for opening the blog world to me. you inspire me more than you know!
smooches to you, you spinning super genius!
Posted by: ann | January 12, 2007 at 06:10 PM