Fiber Combination to Die For

I have always loved boucle yarn. A boucle is the style yarn that has the little loops in it. The first hand painted yarn I ever saw was a boucle and it has been close to my heart ever since. Painfully so, to spin a boucle is just not going to happen. Leaving each little loop out would take ages to do. Digging around in my fiber closet, I realized I had some boucle left that was not dyed. I took a single ply handspun yarn and then spun it together with the boucle. Here's a picture of it. Yum!

For those of you who have visited us at the different markets and shows this is nothing new to you, but here's a picture of a few Hand Felted Soap we sell. Next time I have one with a design, I'll be sure to take a pic before it sells.

In digging through the same fiber closet...I found some Kid Mohair and some Angora fiber. The two alone are both divine. But I started thinking...what if I combine the two. Can you say heaven??? Oh my! This fiber combination is to die for. Really, I may have to keep it in a safe cause people will be breaking down the doors for it. Once I get some spun up, I'll be sure to show it off. Just wish there was a way to let you feel it....hum, wonder if Bill Gates is working on a touch through the net program.

We have a new Patchwork Quilt Spun Yarn:

Here's what's on the drying rack all ready for our debut appearance at the newly relocated Conway's Downtown Farmers Market. That's tomorrow, by the way!

And lastly, non-fiber related news...I have to give a shout out to the Birthday Boy! Austin turned 7 on Wednesday! We had a blast going and seeing G-Force in 3-D and are having a big party for him on Sunday.

Gotta love that goofy boy! Have a wonderful week and as always happy crafting!!! ♥

Blogging Women!

I'm pleased to announce my little blog is being listed on the amazing Blogging Women website. Woooohoooo!

We have been making a few interesting items lately. I'll post some pictures tomorrow and show off a few new things.

It's Summer and We're Everywhere

Summertime brings warm memories of watermelons, fun hot nights with good friends and good times. Here is some watermelon roving soon to be spun into a summertime fun yarn.

I have been busy, busy, busy! Each Tuesday, I have been setting up at The River Market's Farmer's Market, in Little Rock. Be sure to look for our booth. The Market is open from 7:00 AM to around 2:00 PM. Stop by and see all the new yarn and other fiber creations including the ever popular felted soap.

Every Saturday, I am at the brand new Argenta Farmer's Market and Art and Crafts Market. It is located in the heart of North Little Rock's Argenta area. The Market is right on Main street and is right on the trolley path. Just look for the tracks and it will lead you right to the market.

Here are a few pics of new yarn:

Sunflower

Groovin'

Here's some of the new yarn laid out to dry:

Last Saturday, at the Argenta Market, a really nice man stopped by the booth and snapped an amazing shot of my wheel in action:

This was one of the daily photos for a really cool blog called 365Argenta be sure to check it out when you get a chance.

Lastly, Sunday's through Tuesday, some yarn is still listed on Conway's Locally Grown. The market is online and you pick up your purchases in Conway, Arkansas.

In facebook news...we have a Brand New Fan Page set up. Be sure to check it out and become a fan.

Argenta Farmer's Market

North Little Rock has a brand new Farmer's Market, it's in the area known as Argenta. I'm very excited about this market. It is all organic and all handmade. So, if you are in the market for some high quality fruits, veggies, and items, this is the market for you.

I'm going to give it a try this Saturday. The Twisted Purl will have a booth, full of handspun yarns, painted yarns, felted soap, painted silk scarves, and a few other items.

I previously went to The River Market in Little Rock and had a blast. But, you have to show up around 4 am to get a good spot. Yup, that means leave Conway around 3:00 am. That makes for a crazy long day!

As I mentioned before...if you stop by the booth and let me know you've read my blog, I'll give you a freebie. Hope to see you there. And hopefully there will be a bit of a breeze. ♥

June's Handspun Yarn of the Month Club

June is moving by so quickly! I was rather shocked to realize it was already time to prepare and ship out the yarn of the month. Here is a quick pic of "Cosmopolitan" yarn that went out to those in the Club. The yarn itself has some lovely light brown, pink and cream...although in this pic the brown did not turn out. The freebie was a purse handle. Just so you know, there are a couple more spots in the club if anyone is still interest. Please click here if you'd like to learn more.

We just got back from Vermont and my sister is now married!!! Yippeee! We had a blast. The wedding was on my mom property in Vermont. They have been restore their beautiful home for the last few years. The land is perfect for a wedding. The wedding was breath taking and my sister was gorgeous! And I have a new brother-in-law, whom I adore!

I celebrated my birthday in style this year. Lucky me, it happened while I was still in Vermont so I got to hit up my favorite restaurant and brewery, The Shed, in Stowe.

My youngest son gave me this adorable wildflower for my happy day. While in Stowe, I had to stop in on my other favorite place, Stowe Yarn and Fabric. The yarn shop is what I fondly refer to as the birthplace of The Twisted Purl. To my astonishment the owner remembered me. I was thrilled! It was a good birthday!

While in Vermont, we saw a moose.

Well, that was a super cute one. But we actually saw a real live moose on the side of the road! Some people live in Vermont their whole entire lives and never see a moose...we saw one. Unfortunately, I had left my camera at my mom's. I did have her camera...but I'm still waiting for her to find her camera cord so she can upload the pics into her computer. It may be awhile.

It was a wonderful vacation and a we saw this above gorgeous sight on the way home. Makes me want a farm so bad. Not a crazy, huge farm. Just a nice little fiber farm. Someday.

In fiber news, I will be at the Argenta Market the following Saturday, June 27, 2009. The Argenta Market is a new Farmer's Market in North Little Rock. The market is only for organic and 100% handmade items. The boys and I checked it out today and it looks like it will be fun to give it a try. Stop by and let me know you read my blog and I will give you a freebie!

Conway Locally Grown is going well also. It opens every Sunday, so if you are in the area, The Twisted Purl yarn can also be purchased through the market and picked up on Fridays in Conway.

If you have any questions, shoot me an email! Otherwise, enjoy the summer days and happy crafting! ♥

The Winner of The Twisted Purl Americana Giveaway is

I used Random.org to generate a winner number. And the winner is...drum roll please:

Number 32!!!

Congratulations to Ken who is giving the Americana Yarn to his sister. So congrats to Ken's sister!

" Ken said...
My sister would love this. Please accept my entry. Thank you.
May 24, 2009 3:41 PM"

Thank you so much to everyone who entered in the contest. Hope you all have a wonderful summer! Americana Handspun is a yarn I normally carry in my shop, if any of you are interested in purchasing the yarn. Due to it being handspun, a very small amount is listed at a time and it does go really fast.

On a personal note, we are leaving to head to Vermont for a family wedding. I am taking my laptop and will be checking emails frequently, but if I take a little longer than normal to respond, know I am in the middle of wedding fun. ♥