Hello!  Phew..what a whirlwind this first week has been. It didn’t help I left my camera equipment South when I went North! Also, I’ve been tending to my mum after her knee surgery.  She is in good spirits and healing well.  I hope you enjoy this first glimpse into our December traditions.  I’ll see you soon!

If you’d like to support my creative project you can find me on: 

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Many fond wishes,
Sarah

Cookbook:

The Christmas Chronicles by Nigel Slater

Nordic Winter Cookbook by Viola Minerva Virtamo

Knitting:

Speedy Selbu Mittens by Skeindeer (unknown stash yarn)

Villmaksban by Linka Neumann in Knitting for Olive Heavy Merino

Fable  by Lisa Chemery in Jan Marek Raczkowski

Entrechat by Lisa Chemery in Woolen Rabbit

Music:

Epidemic Sound Playlist

Hark the Herald Angles Sing:  by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100187 Artist: http://incompetech.com/

Deck the Halls by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100187  Artist: http://incompetech.com/

Song for a Winter’s Night as sung by The Nancies Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0/us/legalcode

20 plus years ago I cast on a shawl in Jaggespun Zephyr silk which is a 50% wool and 50% silk blend.  From..you guessed it!  Folk Shawls by Cheryl Oberle.  In this episode we’re headed back to my roots with a visit Jaggerspun Mill which is located in southern Maine just a ways down the interstate for my parents house.  

Then we are going to head North to the cabin with my niece for a little adventure and review of the trail cameras! 

There is knitting.. In fact, there is a finished item. ;). 

If you’d like to support my creative project you can find me on:

Patreon or ko-fi ~ Financial support helps to offset administrative, travel, and equipment costs associated with production as well as time dedicated to editing, filming and creating.

Sarah

Resources:

Jaggerspun Yarns  

Frokengarde by Kofteboken 3 in Hillesvag Solje (cognac) and Villje

The Best of Lopi Fannar in Alafoss Lopi

Tidal Yarn Hi/Lo Sweater in Tidal Yarns 4 ply fingering using the chart from the Knitted  Kalevala by Jenna Kostet

Villmaksbarn by Linka Neumann

Trondheim Cowl by Sofia’s Tales in Cashmere People Yarns available from Portfiber

Dreyma by Jennifer Steingass in Lettlopi from Wool and Company yarns

Intro/Outro In The Forest Ambient by LesFM

Epidemic Sound Playlist 

Hello,

This episode is a bit of a mishmash but I had fun putting it together. Thank you as always for tuning in and traveling along on this journey with me.

If you’d like to support my creative project you can find me on Patreon or Ko-Fi ~now ;). Financial support helps to offset administrative, travel, and equipment costs associated with production as well as time dedicated to editing, filming and creating. 

I hope this finds you well and in good spirits. Blessings, Sarah

Resources:

Eden Botainicals and Mountain Rose Herbs

Advent by Anja Dunk

Frokengarde by Kofteboken 3 in Hillesvag Solje (cognac) and Villje

The Best of Lopi Fannar in Alafoss Lopi

Tidal Yarn Hi/Lo Sweater in Tidal Yarns 4 ply fingering using the chart from Kalevala by Jenna Kostet

Embroidery on Knits by Judit Gummlich from Laine Press ( I suggest anything by Yumiko Higuchi as well)

Jackie Morris watercolor artist The Unwinding Cards

Intro/Outro In The Forest Ambient by LesFM

Epidemic Sound Playlist  

Hello!

This edition was a long time in the making.  Finally, the loom is warped.  Let’s see what happens.  Also, I highlight a couple of books from my library on illustration and folk art. There is knitting and a finished sweater…but it’s for Annie 😉 Thank you again for your support. 

If you’d like to support my creative project you can find me on Patreon or Ko-Fi ~now ;). Financial support helps to offset administrative, travel, and equipment costs associated with production as well as time dedicated to editing, filming and creating. 

I hope this finds you well and in good spirits. Blessings, Sarah

The Handweaver’s Pattern Directory by Anne Dixon

Knitting Projects:

 Litla Dimun by Cheryl Oberle from Folk Shawls in Nutiden unspun roving
Frokengarde from Kofteboken in Hillesvag Solje and Villje

Hyphen by Lisa Chemery in Manche Lopi from Wool Dreamers

Imagine a Forest by Dinara Mirtalipova

Creative Folk Art & Beyond by Fora Waycott, Oana Befort, Marenthe Otten, & Terri Fry Kasuba

Intro/Outro LesFM In the Forest Ambient 

Epidemic Sound Playlist

Hello!

It’s spinning and knitting on this edition…egad! And crocheting! Yes, I finally put some time in to learning how to make a granny sqaure. It only took 25+ years ;).  I’m finally starting to settling in to my routine and feeling steadier for it. Not much has changed on the knitting front although I’ve finally landed on a yarn and a pattern for my niece Annie. 

If you’d like to support my creative project you can find me on Patreon or Ko-Fi ~now ;). Financial support helps to offset administrative, travel, and equipment costs associated with production as well as time dedicated to editing, filming and creating.

I hope this finds you well and in good spirits. Blessings, Sarah

Crochet Tutorial: Erica Arndt Granny Square Tutorial

Knitting Projects: Litla Dimun by Cheryl Oberle from Folk Shawls in Nutiden unspun roving
High Low Sweater by Debra Parcella from Tidal Yarns in Tidal Yarns fingering combined with Suolaulu Sweater chart from the Knitted Kalevala by Jenna Kostet
Frokengarde from Kofteboken in Hillesvag Solje and Villje

Hyphen by Lisa Chemery in Manche Lopi from Wool Dreamers

Aloft by Bekah Knits in handspun singles from Bye Brook Farm batts.

Recipe: Challah Raspberry Cheesecake Rolls from Smitten Kitchen (Deb Pearlman) in her latest book Smitten Kitchen Keepers: New Classics for your Forever Files

New York Sheep and Wool: Tidal Yarns and Jennie Blue Ceramics

Music:

Intro/Outro LesFM In the Forest Ambient 

Epidemic Sound Playlist

Hello!

It’s been a crazy September. I just can’t seem to get myself home. This past month I’ve been at my parents looking after the animals while they’ve been away.  As fall approaches here in the northeast of the US, I can’t wait for our first wood fire and mug of soup. The past few days have been cool and this has allowed me to pull out some hand quilting projects I’d put on hold due to the heat. I am definitely ready to be cozy and quiet and start gearing up for my winter dormancy 😉 

In this edition, I delve into some watercolor and encaustic experimentation, make some apple cider donuts and talk about my knitting.

I hope this finds you well, thank you and many blessings. If you’d like to support the project and receive bonus content monthly you can find me on Patreon.

Let’s Make Art- Wolf Tutorial

Share Repogle on Youtube 

R&F Paints 

Sally’s Baking Addiction 

Knitting Projects: Litla Dimun by Cheryl Oberle from Folk Shawls in Nutiden unspun roving
High Low Sweater by Debra Parcella from Tidal Yarns in Tidal Yarns fingering combined with Suolaulu Sweater chart from the Knitted Kalevala by Jenna Kostet
Frokengarde from Kofteboken in Hillesvag Solje and Villje

Intro/Outro: In the Forest Ambient by LesFm on Patreon 

Epidemic Sound Playlist  

Hello All, 

As you can see from the picture, I got to spend some time chatting with Sofia of Sofia’s Tales designs.  She is a knitwear designer, writer, photographer, all around maker and a dear friend. I am so thrilled to be able to bring you an unperson interview with this creative force. 

Alas, my knitting continues to be the same. But I’m hopeful in the next episode, I’ll have some more progress on a variety of project to share now that I’ve landed. 

I found it difficult to describe our trip to the Yukon so I decided to let the landscape and music do it for me. If you’ve not seen the latest bonus video, it features Loretta of Knit My Way Home and we talk more about the Yukon.  

I’m working on some more local treks for October and November and I have to admit it’s nice to be home. 

As always, thank you for tuning and your support. 

If you would like a little more content or to catch up on my trip to the Yukon you can find it on my Patreon page.

Many Blessings, Sarah

Sofia’s designs linked to Ravelry

Rauma Finullgarn 

Kofteboken 3 

Music:

Intro/Outro In the Forest Ambient by LesFM on patreon

Epidemic Sound playlist  

Ahem…there’s no knitting in this one. BUT! WAIT!  There’s watercolor, quilts and…SEWING! I found myself sewing again. Plus a major quilting triumph. ;).  I am off to Sweden and believe me it’s been a whirlwind this summer.  I am feeling so blessed with friendships and family and for that I’m  deeply grateful. 

I hope this finds you well and in good spirits. 

Support the Podcast

Natasha Newton Behind the Studio Door 

Laura Horn~ Laura Horn Art 

Remy Top by Sew House Seven (fabrics- Stonemountain & Daughters Fabrics, The Confidant Stitch, Blackbird Fabrics)

Laundry Basket Quilts: Stars Upon Stars

Music~

Intro & Outro-In the Forest Ambient by LesFM on Patreon

Epidemic Sound Playlist 

Hello! On the latest edition, it’s back to Orkney for some time on Eday. I mostly compiled some small vignettes of daily life. I personally like this type of format in other vlogs and enjoy editing them. There is knitting and I share some treasures I brought back from the islands.

Hope this finds you well and in good spirits. Sarah

Hello! It’s been a whirlwind of a summer so far! But I had a lovely time on Eday and am excited to bring to you my first episode highlighting Orkney Tweed. As usual, my style is very casual and conversational. I try to travel light and make the best of what’s available for light and ambiance. Nancy, creative and owner of Orkney Tweed was exceptionally generous with her time and shop.

You can find her work here: Orkney Tweed: https://www.orkneytweed.co.uk

Support this project through Patreon: patreon.com/fibertrek2021

I had to break this episode into two parts as there was so much to cover AND the upload would’ve broken my internet connection here in the northern part of Maine 😉 Next time, I’ll be featuring more footage from the farm and also updates on my knitting! July will be spent catching up on my studio makes i.e. quilting, cyanotypes and painting. In the meantime, I hope this finds you well and in good spirits. Happy Trails, Sarah Music: In the Forest Ambient by LesFm on Patreon Epidemic Sound: https://www.epidemicsound.com