Kaffe Fassett inspired project

I've always lived Kaffe Fassett's colour and pattern choices... So bold and well thought out.

It's something I always wanted to take as inspiration for a larger project... So I bought myself some wool in varying colours...


And I'm going to start planning.

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Growing!

I'm really pleased this year...



I learnt loads about growing veggies last year and so have tried new things this year, like mini sweet corn...



Lots of ornamental herbs...



And beautiful flowers like African Marigolds (which are still too small to flower)

I'm growing in tubs and containers this season as we are still hoping to move... I want to make sure I get to take it all with me!

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That Cactus Flower

The flowers are stunning...


The petals are like butterfly wings, so declicate and yet brittle looking...


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Woolfest Saturday

Saras been working hard on her demo today...


She's starting the arms... But it's so hot I'm not sure how far she will get.



Even the animals like this Painted Shetland found it tough... I did see Sara carrying several fleeces which will keep you all supplied with batts, once she's washed and carded them though!

We'd like to thank all of our visitors today, many new and already addicted fibre addicts... Which we served with pleasure. Special thanks to Katharine who stopped by to catch up.

Tonight, dinner at Tebay...



Perfect end to a perfect day!

Photographed and copyright by Darrin at Sara's Texture Crafts.

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Woolfest Friday!

Wow, what a day!



I finished faffing with the stock and was finally pleased with the result...



This is me part way through the day... Phew it's hot and I'm a little bewildered at just how busy it's been.

Thank you to everyone who came to see me, especially to Lindsey who brought me some wonderful Portland fleece and to Katharine who's always great support and inspiration.



Even Darrin had sit down bless him! (Now get back to work!!)

Do you remember my demo from Wonderwool? Well this was the last photo of it.



Today I progressed a little bit, as well as making a few changes...



He looks a bit like a cross between Yoda and some kind of gremlin!



Just been for a walk and enjoying the sunny evening with my book (and the blog!)

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Woolfest... Setting up

Most of today went by in a bit of a blur... A long drive can do that to you.


But we did get here ok...


We managed to set up ok... Will finish tinkering tomorrow morning. I always feel under pressure seeing everyone else set up, so off to read outside the tent for me... ( looking quite shattered!)


And up bright and early for a big fry up and to relook at the stall before we open.

P.S. I've already seen far too much I want to buy!!

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Changling's News

Oh, I'm so, so happy! We got the place!! We shall be moving early next month... Sooooo much to do... But at least we have good news on the way to Woolfest!


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Woolfest planning - Part 6

Packing and final checks today... Also need to find the map!

I'll update you tomorrow and let you know how the journey up there goes!

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Woolfest Planning - Part 4

Carding done!


From all this fluff and a few extra ingredients, like sparkles, bamboo staple and silk.


A joy to work with on my drum carder...


To cool Limited Edition batts! Exclusive for the show, they are inspired by this shiney weather we are having.

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Fibreholics Green Bag

I recieved a cute little bag from Fibreholics recently...


Perfect for carrying a skien of yarn and some needles on my travels!

Thank you Ladies!

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Poppy from Creative Bumblebee!

Thank you Maria, it's beautiful!


Maria sells moreflowers at http://www.creativebumblebee.co.uk

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Changling sort of finds somewhere...!

Ok so selling/buying didn't happen quick enough and I'm bursting at the seams... So much so that we've been looking at renting larger premises. Well today I found somewhere I think we could be very happy and deposit in we are waiting to hear... But the thing is on their terms they state that they can take deposits from as many people as they like and then choose who they want... Even though we were first in! Is that even allowed?! Surely not?!

So while I should be really happy, I'm actually really stressed now, while I'm waiting until Monday to speak to someone in charge! Please wish me luck, I'm feeling really quiet sick!!

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Woolfest Planning - Part 3

Sundries and easy to pack items done!


Needles... For felting... Check.


Merino felting yarn... Check.


Self patterning sock yarn... Check.


New Zealand Corriedale shade packs... Check.


Complete beginner needlefelting kits... Ccccchhhheeeccckkk!

If you need any of these items while I am away, do check the website at http://www.sarastexturecrafts.com as I do have more available.


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On my spindle today

One of my Limited Edition batts.


Great for art yarn with all of it's bits n pieces... There's silk and sparkles which give the Merino body a touch of luxury!


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Customer Photos: Pia's Scarf for her Mother

Pia's beatutiful scarf is made from Strawberry Sundae and Dawn, both are Merino Tussah blends from my shop.

Pia spun the yarn for her scarf using her drop spindle you can see in the photo. I can imagin how soft this feels!
Thank you Pia for sharing!
Sara x
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Customer Photos: Emzlebub spins with fruity blackberries!

The wonderful Emzlebub on ravelry has recently spun (first time spinning) and crocheted from my Merino Tussah blend Blackberry... So from this;

To this!

Sara x
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BFL Humbug knitted swatch

This is a close up to show you the contrast in the marl effect.



This is a bit further a way do you can see the swatch as a whole...



This would make the most wonderfully soft jumper!

I've decided to make notes on my swatches for future reference... Might be back to blog about them here another time.

Sara x
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World Cup Widows Competition!

Ok... I'm hearing you (Ann and Dee especially!), we need something to brighten up our lives when the games start! So let the fibre crafts begin and join me at http://www.saratexturecrafts.com/ for my World Cup Competition!

Sara x
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Customer Photos: Mimi's spinning

Mimi from http://eskimimiknits.com/ bought some of my Meadow Merino Blend and sent me an appreciation picture on Etsy. I thought it would be really nice to show you what the yarn looks like;

From this...

To this...

To this!

Mimi's first proper handspun skein of yarn. 205m, 100g. Made with drop spindle. I'd say that was pretty good work!

Thank you for sharing Mimi and I must say I love your blog! Check out her full story at http://eskimimiknits.com/2010/05/spring-greens-2/#comment-2155

Sara x
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Customer Photos: Wipso's Candy the Clown

Annie (also known as Wipso if you spot her here on my blog), have made the cutest of needle felted bears. His name is Candy the Clown.

Candy was made using my Merino Tussah blend called 'Candy Twist' and Annie made the cutest little ruff to sit as his collar.

Do check out Annie's blog... http://wipso-astitchintime.blogspot.com/2010/05/candy-clown.html and you can also find Candy the Clown for sale at http://sisterscraftycreations.blogspot.com/2010/05/weekly-news-letter.html

Sara x
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Customer Photos: Juliette's been spinning Dusk!

Juliette from Ravelry, has been spinning my Merino Tussah blend in colour Dusk. So from this fibre;

Juliette spun this;

200g = 881.5 yards (806.0 m) ... wow!

Looks super soft!

Sara x

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Woolfest Planning - Part 2

Ok so it's June and not long to go... As we speak I have fibre on order ready to start carding and creating.

It's always a little but easier after you have done one show in a year... You have paperwork and stock plans already to go... It's just the making stock that really takes the time.

I'll be back soon to show you how I'm getting on.


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I've always loved dyeing...

Fibres, yarns and fabrics in the past, so why not more?


I got this new book to give me a bit of extra inspiration! This book is called 'the yarn lover's guide to hand dyeing' by Linda La Belle.

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Product of the Month - June 2010

Silk Noil

Noils are the waste product of combing silk tops and are sometimes termed as ‘raw’ fibre, because of their pulp-like appearance. Noils are perfect for papermaking, and blending into rolags for spinning, or layers of detail for felt making.

Check out my ‘How to Make’ website for Mariana’s tutorial on How to use Silk Fibres in Felt making.

Press here for my full range of Silk Noil 25g shade packs.

Sara x
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A curious happening...

We've had this cactus for about 5-6, maybe 7 years and not once has it flowered... But this last week these little brown, 'cotton' buds appeared.



So D and I have been waiting like expectant parents to see if it will flower... D thought it might be a man-eating triffid!



While I thought we might have pretty pink tipped White flowers.

Today I came home from having popped into Exeter (and bumping into a customer who sells Nuno scarves with my fibre... And they were beautiful, so do check out the felt lady in the Market on the high street between the Catherderal and what was St. George's Market!)... And I found the cactus had started to flower!


We were both wrong, but these yellow flowers are going to be stunning! Yay!

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New open weave shawl on the needles

I'm loving the delicate shade...


Reminds me of Hyacinths.


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