New England is dotted with mill towns. The brick buildings along rivers and streams powered the 19th Century industrial revolution. They also extended US political revolution by promoting economic independence from Britain. Each mill developed and declined as manufacturing moved elsewhere in the US and eventually overseas. As I explore New England, it’s so interesting [...]
Incredible quantities of fiber fun spun through my world in the last six weeks. While crud can sometimes clog up life, don’t forget: the world is full of amazing places. Passion, action and settings make marvelous moments.
In many cases, I just showed up with a bunch of other people ready to enjoy. Tactile Travel groups [...]
Last night, I fell asleep with a pattern book on my face, clutching a skein of yarn. Ah, sweet dreams.
It was a sweet time at Rhinebeck! Spending the weekend with the Tactile Travelers as we compared notes, sampled BBQ in the Hudson Valley, and stopped by the Vanderbilt Mansion.
The Rhinebeck newbies appreciated having Saturday to [...]
I really enjoyed the women who joined the day trip to Shelburne Falls. We felt that fall was truly here as we passed glassy bogs framed with birch and red leaves, driving up the Pioneer Valley to visit Barb Parry of Foxfire Fibers, before lunch near the Bridge of Flowers. At each spot, it would [...]
For decades, the New York Sheep and Wool Festival was a highlight in northeast shepherds and wool lovers… but with the indie dyer movement, the Stitch ‘n *** phenomenon and renewed interest in local agriculture, the Rhinebeck, NY festival has become legendary and enormous.
Last year, Tactile Travel took a group up for the weekend. While [...]
Grey skies and dubious weather predictions didn’t dampen the spirits of the Tactile Travelers. Yarn, fleece and wine were on the horizon!
Actually, yarn and discovery were everyone’s primary goals… anything else was a plus. And there were many pluses on Saturday.
Plus: the forecast of a beautiful Sunday kept down the mobs on Saturday
Plus: [...]
With needles clicking, wheels spinning and the chocolate fountain flowing
, the dream became reality on Saturday night. As you can imagine, there were many beautiful FO’s and UFOs in a room full of 150 fiber lovers. Whoop! was heard quite a few times in the Atrium Saturday night at the @GuidoS Dreamy After Party. The door [...]
Maps? Check. Snacks? Check. Knitting? Check. Breakfast? Oops!
And so the hungry family rolled over to Guido’s with grumbling tummies. Never fear, Guido is a walking Urban Spoon. He jumped in the car and led everyone to Verna’s tasty doughnuts.
Breakfast? Check!
She loves new destinations. A sunny day, clicking knitting, family, friends… that day trip glow [...]
They come for all reasons:
To admire creations bathed in glorious light in a distinguished setting.
To learn from leaders and trendsetters
To piece together a web of warmth to guide them through the future.
Since 1974, pilgrims arrive faithfully to Houston for the International Festival of Quilts. Finally it was her chance. She pondered the wonderment of [...]