Harbor Market - June 2

It rained! All day! But people came and enjoyed themselves despite that. Here is some photos from the prep work and then from drying of day (Thank you mister rain!)

Inspiration

We find inspiration everywhere in our lives. This month for me it has been in colors and spontaneous what would have if thoughts, and in a series of mystery novels. The Embroidery Mystery series by Amanda Lee features Marcy embroidering her way through her work day - in her very own storefront where she helps crafters expand their skills (WANT) - through her friendships, life choices, and through solving the murders the story features.

It got me thinking, I had read in Spin off of people spinning embroidery or crewel threads. I decided to play around.

I started with white silk hankies, just two got me 48 yards of two ply. Then I grabbed a whole bunch of different bits to play with. (warning Embroidery thread spinning is fun and slightly addictive) I did a dark brown Corriedale, a light pink Merino, a raspberry pink Merino, a forest green Merino, and a purple Wensleydale. I sent these, along with some blue Lincoln Longwool curls, to my Mom to test out. I do embroider but as it tends to hurt my hands I don't do it often, even though I like it. She really liked them. I will post a picture of her work after I make it into a little clutch purse.

I will be making more and carrying them in my booth and on-line offerings this season!

Silk

Wensleydale

The dark brown is not pictured.

Hope you are looking for inspiration! ~ Julia