Tag Archives: dyeing

Dandelion Yarn

by Corrie Berry Posted on September 30, 2015

I know, things have (again) been quiet around here – I’ve been making, among other things, Dandelion Yarn! I’ll explain in a moment, but in the meantime here’s a little update on where I will be in the next couple … Continue reading →

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Dandelion Dyeing Disasters(?)

by Corrie Berry Posted on September 15, 2015

I’ve been experimenting with natural dyeing and the various dye-stuffs I find around the farm while I’m at home. What makes this all so much more exciting is the fact that the Royal Parents have an Aga, so I can pop … Continue reading →

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Normal Service (and the winner)

by Corrie Berry Posted on June 1, 2015

I’ve had such a crazy few weeks with preparations for a craft fair, but things are back to normal now that it is June. I will sort out my Resolutions for last month and the coming month tomorrow – for … Continue reading →

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Sherbert Cushion

by Corrie Berry Posted on September 9, 2014

Doesn’t the idea of a Sherbert Cushion sound delicious? Well it’s very soft and squooshy and gorgeously coloured, and in my opinion is as delicious as yarn and stuffing can get. It looks lovely on our (new) sofa! « Previous Episode Two: … Continue reading →

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How not to dye fleece.

by Corrie Berry Posted on August 22, 2012

I’m learning to spin, as you should all know by now. Before I show you my first yarn, I wanted to demonstrate how not to dye fleece – I tried it yesterday, and it completely failed. I know this is … Continue reading →

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