by Fiber Rhythm | May 27, 2022 | Fiber Crafts, Weaving
Located in the island country of New Zealand, Ashford Wheels & Looms is a world-leading manufacturer of weaving looms, spinning wheels and other textile equipment made from fine beech hardwood. As fiber artists look for fine tools that are beautiful to the eye,...
by Fiber Rhythm | Feb 17, 2022 | Yarn and Fibers
Yarns developed from alternative fiber sources are becoming more available as their popularity grows. Let’s compare some production techniques, characteristics and uses of these yarns from uncommon plant and animal sources. Rayon and bast fibers Rayon is fiber made...
by Fiber Rhythm | Dec 3, 2021 | Fiber Rhythm News & Seasonal
Needle felting has surged in popularity with our clients, and supplies are going like hotcakes! Dry vs. Wet Felting Needle felting, also known as dry felting, uses a barbed needle to agitate fibers until they tangle and snag into a permanent bond. Wet felting,...
by Fiber Rhythm | Oct 28, 2021 | Fiber Rhythm News & Seasonal
Create handmade gifts quickly using craft kitsGive the gift of satisfaction by gifting a kit this holiday seasonTry a new craft before spending on extensive suppliesRefresh an old skillEnjoy the creative process without spending time to plan, measure, calculate, and...
by Fiber Rhythm | Jul 27, 2020 | Knitting Machines
Over the years as I have been collecting knitting machines and learning about the variety of machines that are out there, I’ve found a few reference sites that I return to again and again. As anyone who collects knitting machines knows, there are so many...
