I’ve been wanting to do a sweater spin on my spindles for a while now and last year I started with this gorgeous BFL that I picked up at MD Sheep and Wool. 8oz on six spindles. This is only one part of three. I have a bit to go but look at those turtles🐢🐢🐢🐢🐢🐢

At last year’s MDS&W a lovely person gave me a few pieces of this gorgeous rose wood that I’m hoping to turn into spindles. I’m finally cutting into it today. It has way more purple than I expected. Trying my best not to waste or wreck it😩

Finally finished Peso on my Katamari scarf. This means I’m past the halfway point of the scarf. I’m still a few days behind but if I keep going at this pace I might clear the fifth chart next week

I had taken a break from stream for the last week to recover from a cold but I’ll be back tonight around 6:30pm est…. So in other words, just a few minutes. Join me while I try to catch up on my Katamari themed double knit scarf: twitch.tv/amubleu

I had a “treat yourself” moment this week and got myself a set of Chiagoo shorties. I got them hoping it would help me with my tension issues when it comes to color work socks. I actually am enjoying knitting with these rather than the fixed version I had used in the past

Second finish of the year and my first pair of socks from hand spun. The fiber is targhee dyed by Kim Dyes Yarn that I picked up last year’s MDSW. Pattern is my own vanilla socks. The three singles were plied during stream (but of course I don’t have a photo of the finished yarn). Still love them!

I finally got around to taking pictures of my precious boy in his handknit Honey Hound Sweater by Stephen West! He is so cute! #knitting #knit #cat #knitsky

We have moved and are slowly settling in. Here is my first completed project in the new house finally blocking. It’s a Stargazer made from hand spun. The pattern is by James N. Watts

I’ve been a big quiet over here but it’s because we are going through a few big and exciting changes. Because of that I’m going to make one more spindle update this weekend and then some time in the next week or two I’ll be shutting down the shop until the end of the month.

My latest obsession. I forgot the name of the booth I purchased this but I got it at this year’s MD sheep and Wool. This is just a small part of a sweater spin and I can not put it down. I just started this on Monday and the Spindle is just about full!

I’m behind on my spindle update this week. So instead I’m going to list three spindles that are from a batch last year. These were on display in the shop at work. Since these are from 2024 they will be listed at $50 usd (the price for current spindles is $55.00).

I am going to get this ply done today. I got a crazy amount spun yesterday while visiting family. That means I’ll be able to ply my three turtles together soon, completing this sock spin. It also means I’ll be able to start my sweater spin this week.

This morning’s spin on our am walk was very productive. I’m spinning the last ply for my three ply sock spin. I really want to finish this and get my spindles cleared so I can start on my giant sweater spin.

This drop spindle from @amubleu.bsky.social is seriously the SMOOTHEST thing I’ve ever spun on. Literally don’t even want to touch my Snyder after spinning on this. Make sure you go grab one - these are very small batch production! www.etsy.com/shop/amubleu

There is a new spindle drop in the shop this morning! (Shipping days start on Wednesdays so if any spindles purchased in the next couple of days will go out then)

My Katamari scarf so far. Pattern by Katharina Kuntz

New spindles in the shop!

Look at this flame! Gorgeous piece of Meranti

Yesterday was pretty productive. I was working on spindle shafts

My sister painted this Space Marine for me when she was in town. I just added a light blushy wash over the pink and finished the base. Only a field of flower for him to frolic through with his super soaker will do

Brody King is selling "Abolish ICE" shirts. All proceeds will go to the families that have been impacted.

Brodie King wore an "abolish ICE" shirt on #AEWGrandSlamMexico

The newest batch of blanks for whirls that I’m working on this year. So many new woods as well as gorgeous ones that I have not had in over a year. Too many to name but look at that bright ass Osage Orange in the back!

Talented people I know. Look at that embroidery!!😍

My spin as of last night. Hoping this will be my Spin to Win yarn.

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I wanted to try to use a weaving bobbin for a workshop I’m taking soon so I made one. This is out of Crepe Myrtle

Spotted on my walk on this gorgeous Sunday

A pretty pink streak in a piece of Holly I was given

I might have a fav color scheme. Feeling very matchy matchy with my spinning and new bag. Also, “yay!” to Traveler weather

Still experiencing the after effects of festival prep so tonight I’m going to attempt to spin on my Turkish spindle. Festival talk as well as Haul show and tell will be going on show if you have the time and want something to craft to join me: twitch.tv/amubleu

Chilling out with my spin for Spin to Win

One of several highlights of the festival happened early Saturday morning. A gentleman came upH to the booth and told me that he had visited my Etsy shop and loved the things that I made. He then handed me three gorgeous pieces of rose wood from his father to make something lovely🥹.

I’m back from MD Sheep and Wool. I did not take a single photo of the booth because we were busy from the very start of day one. I did manage to get some goodies and my only meal at the festival was my yearly corn dog. Tired but so happy

It’s the little things that are so time consuming 😩

Forever last minute prepping for a festival

Found this in my purse this morning on my way to the shop… because of course. #turkishspindle

This is what happens when I’m following a pattern for the first time on stream. Here is the first sleeve on top of the second sleeve of a sweater I’m knitting. Opps… Instead of my usual spinning stream, tonight I’m going to preform some surgery and insert the missing section. Wish me luck🤞🏻

I’m in my “almost 50 but in denial” era so I had my amazing stylist put a chunk of dark pink in my hair today.

I adore the misconception that librarians do nothing but read all day. How cute. How quaint. How disrespectful of all the work I do on the daily to help the community by providing resources, services, information, a clean & safe environment, & a compassionate ear to your woes. But whatever.

Just a reminder Trans Rights are human rights! Trans lives Matter!

How I spent my Sunday morning. These are boxes for the Turkish spindles. Oh, and don’t adjust your eyes for the last one. Thankfully it was my one and only misprint

Sassafras with some worm holes. May try to fill this with mother of pearl

Miss Zee out here setting trends. This summer everyone is going to be doing the black eye liner with blond lashes💁🏻

I don’t normally use fancier woods for spindle shafts but I was given a stick of leopard wood to turn. It wasn’t until I put finish on that I saw how cool it is. Look at those leopard spots!

Finished this shawl last week. #fiberarts #knitting

Way more into this than I thought. I think I have a winning blend. Now to get the right weight.

I felt the need to card up some fiber to start another larger spin. I made one batt on tonight’s stream. I wasn’t sure about the blend at first but after putting it through a second time I’m all for it.

@mariojm.bsky.social my mom picked up two packs of these for me. My first in years. Have you had yours yet?

What I’m working on I watch wrasslin’ and the Mr stream Monster Hunter. It’s the Key Cardigan tee by Lindsey Degen. I’m using Rosa Pomar’s Brusca for the first time and loving it. Cross fingers I get it done before MD Sheep and Wool.