The adventure continues ...

To say that life here is back to normal would be a lie. But we are becoming well acquainted with the new normal. For those unaware, we moved house across the river so now Louisville is home again - well "again" for honey and myself, but totally new for the girlie. People, well meaning fantastic people, ask such strange questions but to address several: Life isn't better or worse or even different in some ways. We are blessed.

That said, a lot of things took longer than we thought and settling in has been slower than I anticipated (not for real reasons, but I make up many when I can't sleep). Girlie and I have been planning cool, fun and new things for our respective businesses. We appreciate the patience and support of family, friends and even you few fans out there (:

Soon Sparkle Girl Studio and follow the star studio will have items online in our etsy shops - some new, some favored familiars. We love to hear what you think about what we do so don't hold back! Also we have some fun ideas in store for Southern Indiana FiberArts Festival in October.

See you soon!

special special yarn?

Sometimes i find it almost too easy to sell yarns i spin. The yarn design took seed in my brain and for me the creation of the yarn is the "finished product". The making of something with it is left to another creative mind. And i am okay with that. Sometimes.

Sometimes i have a yarn that screams what it wants to become from the very moment i begin spinning. I see the final product, the nuances, the stitch effects, a companion yarn, details dancing in my mind ...

Sometimes i spin a yarn that i know wants to become something bigger, but the project hasn't presented yet. Often these fit well into the first category and leave the studio to live and grow elsewhere. But a few, honestly just a few, become part of my so-called stash. I have an attachment for some reason. I can't let go of the yarn. I want to be part of its finished state of being. 

I think i have finally found a project for one such yarn that has been patiently waiting a ridiculous amount of time (we can measure it in years). Well, the project will be for part of it, anyway, it is a rather large quantity. Why am i sitting here blogging instead of casting on? Because i came to this conclusion when i am out of state without the beloved yarn! I even picked it up and looked at it yesterday while packing. sigh. i will be home soon and we will get to work, friend (:

I am also thinking a knit-a-long might be fun for this long awaited project ... 

January!

editor note: for those who know me well, you can't be surprised that i accidentally posted the new year fXg blog post here. i edited a bit to make it less awkward, but i know realize it didn't help much. ;)

Welcome to 2013! Fiber eXchange Guild has a lot in store for everyone this year! To be on the inside track join us and come to regular meetings - the next one is January 19 (details to come).

fXg February Gathering - Saturday the 2nd, 10am at Grinder's Switch in Pekin, IN. I will be leading a "reclaim the yarn" workshop for a limited number of participants beginning at the same time. Find out details of our next knit-a-long, too!

a later adventure is one still

Remember that adventure i promised at the end 2011/ beginning 2012? Well it is happening, even as we speak it is processing. I might run behind timing once in a while, but i never forget a promised adventure!
And, seriously, this could get interesting ... stay tuned!

in the meantime, knit a minion or dozens to help with your personal scheming ;)

Secret Sunday Crafting with Grinny Possum!

SECRET SUNDAY CRAFTING! 
WHEN: Sunday Afternoons November 4 & 18 AND December 2, 9 & 16 beginning at 2pm. Each 2-3 hour event will also include refreshments and the witty company of crafty companions.

WHERE: Grinny Possum Fiber Arts, 326 Spring Street, Jeffersonville, IN 47130   812-284-9400

WHAT: Hand-picked projects that can be a treat for you or gifts for the holidays! All this plus an afternoon of fun with friendly crafty folks is like a gift to you! For only $10!?! 

Only $10 for each individual session includes supplies and the use of necessary tools. Some projects may have add-ons available for small additional fees. Some weeks will also have additional supplies or project kits to take home for purchase!

WHO: All crafty folks -no special skills required. All ages able to participate productively are welcome, but let us know if a participant is under 18 & s/he should be joined by an adult.

WHY: There is so much fun to be had and new ideas to share, possibly new things to learn!!

Every session is different so come as often as you like - but plan ahead and reserve your spot as space is limited!

The New Locale

Welcome to the new spot to find all that is "follow the star studio"!  More patterns to come, more creativity, more chances to participate, just more all around! Feel free to interact and join in the creative fun! Eventually all things from the old blog will meander over here, so nothing will be lost to time ;)
Looking forward to sharing all this and more more with you!