An important update, rich with news and heavy with emotion, from co-founders Kate Atherley and Kim Werker.
An Important Update
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The Member-Supported Online Magazine for Canadian Fibre and Textile Arts, Crafts & Industry
New feature articles three times a month explore topics ranging from where Canadian yarn comes from to what happens to a quilt when we discard it to how we can make sure the clothes we make fit us well, no matter our measurements.
Digits & Threads is exclusively about Canadian art and craft.
Indigenous communities hold vast fibre- and textile knowledge and have rich traditions of craft, art and stewardship; we work to establish and nurture relationships with Indigenous makers and writers.
Fibre- and textile-based works, like all things, are made within a greater context. We shine light on the interconnectedness of agriculture, manufacturing, consumption and disposal; of sustainability, social and economic justice, accessibility, diversity and inclusivity.
Recently Published
Embellishing Hand Knits Part Two: Embroidered Hand Warmers
In this second installment of our two-part series on embellishing knitwear, Fiona Ellis offers instructions to create a one-of-a-kind pair of hand warmers, using techniques learned in Part One.
Expanding Your Options: How a New Database Is Improving Garment Pattern Searches
Introducing My Next Make, a database of sewing patterns created by Canadian sewist and coder Jenn Dellow. Designed to improve the searchability of sewing patterns on the internet, this innovative tool searches for patterns based on attributes like garment and project type, sizing, and difficulty level.
Introduction to Punch Needle
Punch needle designer and instructor Sahm Jalbert gives us a tour of the craft of punch needle rug making, including an overview of the tools and materials required.
And stay tuned for an upcoming article featuring a beginner-friendly punch needle project!
Learning Through a Lifetime
Designer and instructor Kim McBrien Evans on how she challenges herself to keep learning and growing. Kim shares some of her most powerful and exciting learning experiences, as well as a few of her favourite creativity prompts!
Fibre Characteristics Deep Dive: Blends
An overview of some of the different types of blended fibres that are used in yarns, threads, and fabrics. Don’t miss this fascinating fibre finale in Master Spinner Michelle Boyd’s series on fibre characteristics!
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[Book Excerpt] Gathering Colour, by Caitlin ffrench: Stitching Walking Ritual
An embroidery project connecting physical space and exploration to handcraft and art, excerpted from Gathering Colour: Foraging Magic & Making Art from the World Around You, by Caitlin ffrench. Coming March 19 from Nine Ten Publications.
The Journey of Canadian Wool
An exploration of the costs and challenges involved in the journey of Canadian wool from farmer to mill and back again.
Stay Crafty! Part 2: Evaluating Sources
[For Paid Members] In this second installment of her series about learning new crafts, Jessie McKitrick shares the importance of evaluating your sources, plus tips to find reliable crafting information.