In keeping with our autumn Works in Progress Challenge, I thought I would share my most recent works in progress. Part of why we are doing this challenge is to normalize process and focus on that part of of our sewing journey. Sure, a finished project is a great hit of dopamine, but the real joy, for me at least, comes from the PROCESS of making.
Read MoreIIt’s been just about a month since returning from the Land of Fire & Ice as Iceland is know. I’m still struck by its magic and majesty. The landscapes were otherworldly, the people kind and charming and the experience magical overall. Here is our Part 2 of our Iceland Adventure:
Read MoreIt’s been just about a month since returning from the Land of Fire & Ice as Iceland is know. I’m still struck by its magic and majesty. The landscapes were otherworldly, the people kind and charming and the experience magical overall.
The idea blossomed last year after a tour company reached out to me about leading a tour. I picked Iceland out of several countries because I knew the population spoke english in addition to Icelandic, the scenery I saw online was magnificent, and they have a lot of sheep, which often means wool and a textile industry. I’ve been on a few retreats that have centered around craft in beautiful scenery and that’s really what I wanted for my trip to be. So I worked with the organization to come up with my own special craft and textile retreat in a beautiful locale.
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