From 1750s Log Cabin to Modern Homestead: Our Yarn Journey is One You'll Love!
Our story truly begins in a 1750s log cabin, nestled in the Pennsylvania mountains. This wasn't our home, but a living history museum where, for years, I immersed myself in the past. Dressed in period costume, I'd handspin yarn by a crackling fire, the air filled with the scent of cooking sausage and fresh bread, as I shared tales of a fictional family and how the womens lives revolved around wool processing and spinning. My husband? He would teach about life outside the cabin, and our daughters delighted visiting children with games. That hands-on experience ignited a love of fiber excellence that continues to burn bright today—and that's truly where my wool obsession began. It led me to spend countless hours mastering handspinning, selecting the finest Malabrigo yarns, and crafting skein after skein to sell in the museum gift shop.
Fast forward nearly two decades. So much has changed, and yet so much has stayed the same. We've traded that log cabin for an abandoned 19-acre homestead in the scenic hills of West Virginia, a place rich in history and natural beauty. We're now on a quest to bring this old place back to life, building on the skills and knowledge gained during our museum days.
But our story wouldn't be what it is without the unsung hero: my husband. He's been my biggest cheerleader, my most constructive critic, and my rock-solid supporter through this adventure. He's seen it all, from the first glimpse of my spinning obsession to being the recipient of my first hand-dyed, handspun hat (which, yes, he picked the dye color for!).
Standing beside me, he learned to wash, pick, card, roll, and spin wool, too. While he might not be a master spinner, his dedication to my dream is truly inspiring. And let's not forget – he's the one who makes sure your orders get shipped off with a proud smile (and perhaps encourages a little extra TLC from the mail carriers!).
Every skein of our handspun yarn is a unique masterpiece, crafted by me with a touch of love and a whole lot of heart. We confidently use and offer Malabrigo's gorgeous, hand-dyed wool for your crafting pleasure. Their expertise ensures that I always receive vibrant, high-quality results for my final signature yarn. I produce skeins the way I would like them, consistenly spun with enough yardage so you can get all you need for a large project with minimal knots.
Oh, and a quick tip: When using our hand-dyed yarns for projects requiring more than one skein of the same color, I strongly recommend alternating skeins every other row of knitting. This helps keep any chance of funky color pooling at bay.
Beyond our unique handspun creations, we're thrilled to offer an even wider selection of exceptional yarn. Keep your eyes peeled for new and exciting colorways – we're always up to something fun, and we can't wait to share it with you!
P.S. In case you were wondering: All your yarn comes to you from a clean, non-smoking home (the cat and the chickens stay outside!).
Monitors Matter
At our homestead, we meticulously photograph each of our handspun and hand-dyed yarns to showcase their vibrant hues and rich textures. We make every effort to accurately depict the softness and fiber content of each yarn type. Please keep in mind that computer monitors may not display colors as true to life as seeing the yarn in person. However, rest assured that the beauty of our handcrafted process ensures that each skein is wonderfully unique.
