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16/08/2024

'Spinning with Color' my latest online workshop covers three foundational techniques in spinning hand-painted and hand-dyed rovings to create yarns you will use and love.

For more information about our online video workshops check out our website.

Frabjous Fibers hand-dyed roving in the colorway 'Cottage Garden.'

14/08/2024

An alternate spinning method that I teach in my online video workshop 'Spinning with Color.'

This is Frabjous Fibers hand-dyed roving in the colorway 'Artemis.'

12/08/2024

Frabjous Fiber hand-dyed roving in the colorway 'Farmers Market.' This is fiber, yarn and a knit swatch that I made as samples for my Spinning with Color workshop on my website.

Do you want to take colorful rovings and turn them into beautiful yarns that you can knit, weave or crochet with? Have you struggled to figure out how to control the color in a roving to achieve your desired results? Are you hoarding beautiful rovings but you're not sure how to spin them into a yarn you'll love?

In my online video workshop, learn three techniques to spin hand-painted and hand-dyed rovings with beautiful results. For more information check out our library of online courses.

10/08/2024

I hung and finished the macrame curtain panels in my studio last week! I'm enjoying having a clean and tidy facade to cover the creative chaos of my supply closet.

After organizing the studio last week I've found that it's much easier to create and come up with new ideas when the space is clear and I know what I have and where everything is stored. I have to do this every six months because of all the projects happening, the class supplies coming in and out and the slight shift in focus each season brings.

Summer tends to be my dyeing season because I can rely on being outside. I've been spending the past few weeks spending every spare minute to finish these macrames. Now it's time to pull out the dye pots and get some natural colors going!

08/08/2024

I am getting into some warmer colors in my temperature blanket project. I am currently crocheting the month of June, so I'm a bit behind date-wise. Enjoying seeing the colors build and the blanket grow. It's getting heavy!

05/08/2024

Macrame wallhanging using Ganxxet macrame cord. This is a piece inspired by the book Statement Macrame by Natalie Ranae. I've shared photos of this piece in a previous post, but I took a few shots that show more of the piece so thought I'd share. The process video is on my Youtube channel.

02/08/2024

Pine needle basket made with ponderosa pine needles, raffia and beeswax. The center piece is a slice of maple wood with a great show of spalding through it. I started out intending to make a simple oval basket. As I went the piece took an alternate route and I started playing with the stitches and coil placement to create an undulating and varied shape.

29/07/2024

While road tripping I went to Prarie Fiber Arts Center in Moorhead, Minnesota. I picked up some yarn from the sales table and came across the Cocoknits method book. I've read through it and can't wait to settle in with one of the projects this Fall.

28/07/2024

Road tripping and stopped in Fargo for a coffee at Youngbloods Coffee Shop. I also visited the local yarn shop. I got some fun goodies at Prarie Fiber Arts Center.

26/07/2024

The beginning stages of a small melon basket. Learn how to make this basket using our online video courses. DM us for a link to the courses.

24/07/2024

Macrame panel using single strand cord from Ganxxet. Brittany made this as a center panel in a three-piece collection to use on the studio supply closet. For more about the making and the materials see our video where she shares the making process.

Materials: Ganxxet macrame cord - 4mm. DM us for a link and coupon code.

19/07/2024

Hills and Valleys. A pine needle basket study in undulation.

Ponderosa pine needles and raffia coiled basket. The center is a slice from a piece of maple wood. I experimented to see if the pine needles would absorb natural dyes. I treated them with a mordant and dyed some with cochineal. The results were somewhat underwhelming, but I did get a tint of color. I left the remaining pine needles the natural green and brown that they were when I collected them.

DM us for the link to my vlog sharing the creation process.

18/07/2024

A few shots from Brittany and Jordan's backpacking trip on the Wonderland Trail.

15/07/2024

Dye garden update: Dyer's chamomile. Weld. And black hollyhock! I planted the hollyhock last year so this is the first year I've gotten the flowers. They are a stunning deep purple.

11/07/2024

Granny square cardigan. Self drafted pattern. Made from recycled cotton and polyester yarn in terrecotta, seafoam and cream. I used Lion Brand's Re-up yarn. It has a lovely texture, but it split badly as I worked with it. I would use it again, but it can be a bit frustrating.

I love how this turned out. I did a lot of digging around to see other folks designs and combined the different elements I liked into this garment.

10/07/2024

Sunflower seed dyeing. DM us for the link to the blog post tutorial.

07/07/2024

Found this on the beach. Pottery shard that has been rubbed smooth. What should I make with this?

05/07/2024

Sunset over the Columbia. The color and textures in nature are some of the most inspiring to me. What inspired you?

03/07/2024

Baskets from two workshops I taught in June. Large ribbed baskets.

01/07/2024

Granny squares for a cardigan project. I used Lions brand Re-Up cotton and poly yarn. Love the color combo and excited to put the cardigan together!

29/06/2024

Two ribbed baskets in the works. I made the hoops out of #7 round reed for one of the baskets and used an oak handle and hoop for the other.

27/06/2024

This beautiful drop spindle is from Revolution Fibers, the Flora spindle.
I began using it to spin this Potash color handpainted roving by Frabjous Fibers. They have lots of wonderful rovings in a rainbow of color combinations.

DM us for the link to this drop spindle.

25/06/2024

Foraged materials basket. I took a class with Chloe Hight a few months ago. This is the cute little basket I learned to make from daylily leaves, daffodil leaves, stripped willow bark, blackberry vines, and iris leaves.

There are so many materials in the garden and along the sides of the road that can be turned into useful pieces like this little basket. I already keep a look out for materials to make dye with, now I'm also on the lookout for basketry materials.

Always harvest responsibly if you go out to collect wild materials for your craft.

21/06/2024

A nice fluffy pouf to add to the studio knitting and crochet nook. This is the result of a video tutorial I made for my channel. I used Ganxxet t-shirt yarn and a 12mm crochet hook. The pattern is self-drafted (you can find it on our website).

DM us for a discount link for Ganxxet supplies.

20/06/2024

Stripey rag rug. Made with scrap yardage that's been sitting in my stash for about ten years. Its a good feeling seeing it being used finally.

This is the rug I made while doing a rag rug series on my channel. If your interest is piqued, or you have scrap fabric sitting around, consider making a rag rug.

We have a new rag rug weaving workshop on our website!

Dive into rag rug weaving by creating a simple frame loom, learn to prepare fabric and other materials, and practice a variety of weaving methods to create your own useful and personalized rag rugs.

DM us for the link to the workshop.

17/06/2024

I've been adding crochet content to my YouTube channel this year. I made these swatch samples in a crochet stitches tutorial video. A nice bonus is that I have these swatches hanging in the studio now and they've been a good source of reference for other projects, partly because of the stitch types and partially because I made them with Sugar n Cream cotton yarn. Crocheting with cotton has become a habit. My temperature blanket is cotton from Ganxxet, I made a granny square cardigan with recycled cotton and poly blend from Lions Brand and a few mini doll blankets for my nieces.

Do you have any cotton yarn projects in progress? What are you making?

15/06/2024

Do you have scraps of yarn or macrame cord stuffed in bags and boxes just waiting for the ideal project to use them up?

In an easy video tutorial on my channel I share how to make a crochet basket using up those too-good-to-throw-away bits and pieces.

You can find the video on my channel, or DM us for the link.

11/06/2024

Silver Star Mountain hike in Washington State. We got out after work for a sunset hike with my Dad, brother, and sister-in-law. What views!

These are the views and experiences that reignite my creative engine and get me excited to make again.

10/06/2024

I created this small basket from cardstock to share the basic techniques in basketry. If you or someone you know is interested in testing out basket weaving without investing in materials, try this tutorial. You can find it on my channel.

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08/06/2024

Meet Brittany (left), Cheri (middle) and Bailey (right). This is the Textile Indie team. We are a little basketry and fiber business online offering educational content and supplies. Brittany has already introduced herself (see last post).

Today meet Cheri and Bailey.

As our resident idea machine, Cheri constantly nudges us into uncharted territories. Naturally, this means she ‘breaks’ things – so out of necessity, she’s become our tech troubleshooter. Besides that, she oversees our editorial calendar and fosters connections with the fantastic brands we collaborate with.

She's also Mom, so while we call her CEO of Textile Indie she's been playing this role for alot longer.

Meet Bailey – she’s always organizing something in the workshop. She creates and packs your kits and orders and makes sure we show up for social media. Her natural tenacity helps us to complete what we start.

So from the Textile Indie team to you, thank you for your support! We love getting to do this work and bring you education and supplies in basketry, natural dyeing, spinning, knitting, wet felting and whatever other fiber craft we can share.

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This or That: Creative Chaos vs. Organized Bliss! 🎨✨ Are you all about the vibrant mess of spontaneous creativity, or do you thrive in a perfectly organized space? 🤔💭 Swipe to see how both styles can spark inspiration! Which one fuels your creativity? Let us know in the comments! 👇❤️ #fiberartist #creative #basketweaving

✂️✨ Tired of Damaging Your Delicate Fabrics with Pins? Say goodbye to pinholes and hello to snag-free sewing! 🙌 With binder clips, you can secure your fabrics without the fuss. Perfect for those delicate materials that need a little extra love! 💖 👉 Watch as I demonstrate this game-changing technique! What’s your favorite sewing hack? Share in the comments! #SewingHacks #fiberartist #sewinglove

🌟✨ What’s the most challenging fiber arts project you’ve ever tackled? 🧶💪 From intricate lacework to massive blankets, every stitch tells a story! Share your triumphs and struggles below! #fiberarts #spinning #knitting

🌲✨ **Pine Needle Basket Reveal!** ✨🌲 After hours of weaving and a whole lot of love, I’m thrilled to unveil my latest creation! This beautiful basket, made entirely from hand-harvested pine needles, is not just a piece of art—it’s a testament to nature’s beauty and the joy of crafting. 🌿💚 What do you think? Let me know in the comments! 👇💬 #fiberartist #makerslife #basketweaving

🌿 Nature’s palette in my backyard! 🎨 Ever tried growing your own dye plants? Indigo blues, marigold yellows... Nature’s palette awaits! 🎨 Double tap if you’re inspired to grow your own dyes! ❤️ What would you plant? Drop it in the comments! 👇 #NaturalDyeing #fiberartist #makerlife

Questions below to help you find your why. Once you know, let us know your why! We would love to hear them. Reflect on the reasons why you started the project in the first place. What inspired you? What are you hoping to achieve? Reconnecting with your initial motivations can reignite your passion and sense of purpose, helping you stay committed even when faced with challenges or setbacks.

Be bold!!

Did You Know? Find random minutes to work on projects. Readers keep a book in the bathroom, by their beds, in their purse... You can leave hand projects in likely places and get into the habit of picking them up in those spaces.

How are you growing?? “Your questions are the threads of curiosity that lead to innovation. Keep asking and keep creating.”

Meet your Hero’s! If you can’t develop your ideas, copy your creative heroes until you can. And if you dont want to that is okay too.

February Update!! I am loving this. For the year of 2024, I am taking on a temperature blanket challenge. Every day I will be crocheting a row of my blanket to represent the temperature high of the day. I am using Ganxxet cotton yarn in an 80% regenerated cotton 20% polymide. Thank you to @ganxxet for providing the materials for this project. If you’d like a discount for Ganxxet materials use my link and code below: Coupon Link https://www.ganxxet.com/discount/BRITTANYSTANTON?ref=7_yzqHI6CuYxdq Coupon Code: BRITTANYSTANTON

Be Adaptable!! “Mistakes are the threads of learning. Embrace them, for they lead to your most beautiful creations.”

Be Creative!! Weekly Encouragement “Your creativity is a gift. Cherish it, Nurture it, and let it flourish through your craft.” Comment Creativity if you agree!!

“Today, remember that every small step you take in your craft journey is a step closer to your dreams. Keep Weaving your path to success.”

Description: Progress on my temperature blanket - mid-January. Loving these colors and I’m so glad the high has changed, cause I needed some color switch in my life. For the year 2024, I am taking on a temperature blanket challenge. Every day I will be crocheting a row of my blanket to represent the temperature high of the day. I am using Ganxxet cotton yarn in an 80% regenerated cotton 20% polyamide. Thank you to @ganxxet for providing the materials for this project. If you’d like a discount for Ganxxet materials use my link and code below: Coupon Link https://www.ganxxet.com/discount/BRITTANYSTANTON?ref=7_yzqHI6CuYxdq Coupon Code: BRITTANYSTANTON

Jordan and Brittany hiking in the snow. Winter wonderland! #silverstarmountain #hiking

Over the years our family has gifted fun ornaments to add to our individual Christmas trees. Sometimes they don’t all fit on our live trees so Brittany made a macrame tree using limbed branches from her backyard to display some of her ornaments.

Woodland magic popping up all over this project! I’m in love with how this wreath turned out. The entire make took me about a day to create all the felted mushrooms, weave the wreath and put it all together. It’s taking discipline to store it away for next Autumn. I could have it up all year, but I like the idea of keeping it seasonal as a special treat. #felting #mushrooms #homedecoration #holidaydecoration

For the year of 2024, I am taking on a temperature blanket challenge. Every day I will be crocheting a row of my blanket to represent the temperature high of the day. I am using Ganxxet cotton yarn in an 80% regenerated cotton 20% polymide. Thank you to @Ganxxet for providing the materials for this project. If you’d like a discount for Ganxxet materials use my link and code below: Coupon Link https://www.ganxxet.com/discount/BRITTANYSTANTON?ref=7_yzqHI6CuYxdq Coupon Code: BRITTANYSTANTON

Our trip to the Dharma Trading Company was so amazing. It was so fun to see all the dyes I use in many of my projects and pick out some beautiful yarn. @dharmatradingco #knitting #naturaldyeing

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