[Open Access] An in-depth review of textile artist Francine McCabe’s new book, “Fleece and Fibre: Textile Producers of Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands.”
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[For Armchair & Studio Members] Profile of textile artist and photographer Francine McCabe, author of a new book about textile Producers of Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands.
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[Open Access] A recap of Digits & Threads September 2023 Studio Hours, featuring Karla Sandwith, who tells us all about her project to make linen yarn from scratch, starting with flax seeds.
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[Open Access] A recap of Digits & Threads August 2023 Studio Hours, featuring master weaver Laura Fry and master spinner Michelle Boyd in conversation about their crafts. They shared technical details of wet finishing, and the value of using beautiful tools and materials for everyday tasks.
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[For Paid Members] Sarah Thornton interviews rug hooker Shelly Nicolle Phillips about her Prairie Alphabet rug-hooking project that showcases one Canadian Prairie animal or plant for each letter of the alphabet.
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[Open Access] A recap of Digits & Threads July 2023 Studio Hours, featuring sheep farmer Tara Klager. She spoke about regenerative agriculture, and her collaboration with the Industrial Design program at Emily Carr University of Art + Design, introducing students to raw wool, and challenging them to work with it.
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[Open Access] Sarah Thornton and rug hooker Shelley Nicolle-Phillips chat about Shelley’s work and the Prairie landscapes and creatures that inspire her. Enjoy this recap of Digits & Threads May 2023 Studio Hours. Not a Studio Member yet? Join today and attend next month’s Studio Hours!
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[Open Access] Michelle Woodvine and textile artist Lorraine Roy chat about Lorraine’s work and the natural world that inspires her. Enjoy this recap of Digits & Threads May 2023 Studio Hours. Not a Studio Member yet? Join today and attend next month’s Studio Hours!
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[Open Access] Guests Anna Hunter and Christel Lanthier—as well as a lamb, at least one small child, and several newly hatched chicks—share what it’s like in the spring on a sheep farm. Enjoy this recap of Digits & Threads April 2023 Studio Hours. Not a Studio Member yet? Join today and don’t miss next month’s Studio Hours!
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[Open Access] Read a recap of Digits & Threads March 2023 Studio Hours, featuring guest Josiane Richer dit Laflèche. We wrapped up our hand-sew-along that featured Josiane’s Nécessaire roll-up pouch. Our discussion included tools members found useful, clever suggestions for additions, and wonderful plans for using the pouches. Not a Studio Member? Join today and don’t miss next month’s Studio Hours!
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