March 2025 Show Program (1)

WAFA

Virtual FIBER FESTIVAL March 28, 29, 30

LIVE http://facebook.com/woolandfiberart

MEET THE TEAM Without our team, none of this would be possible!

Founder Ellen Zawada; Owner of Wool and Fiber Arts LLC Vendor Team - Heather Campbell, Lorna Violet (Mentor Program), Jean Story, Danielle Lefor Wallace Customer Team -(anything that happens publicly in WAFA) - Erika Lindgren, Heather Campbell, Lizette Hopkins (craft-along), Mary Dillon, Katelyn Dunn, Jessica Holt Pack, Amy Olshewski Bowling Marketing Team - Raven Reynolds (social Media) Ellen Zawada, Tedi Jansen Inclusivity Team - Liza Q. Wirtz, Alaura Pittman, TeDi Jansen, Vidya Gopalakrishna Travis, Maddy McLendon Education Team TeDi Jansen, Alanna Wilcox

Wool and Fiber Arts Show Program Editor in Chief Graphic Design Ellen Zawada Tedi Jansen

Vendor Schedule Pages 4-6 Vendor Interview with Leilany Vasquez Page 8-9 Weaving History: A Personal Journey Page 16-17

Vendor Guide Page 27-32

Wunderful Pines Farms

Palette of the Month

Hens-N-Chicks Fiber Arts

Opalessense Fiber Studio

Crafted By Locals

Photo by Kiana Lawton

Zen Fiber Arts

Neauveau Fiber Art

WOOL AND FIBER ARTS

FIBER FESTIVAL s ' y a d i Fr ule d e h 28th Sc EST/PST

Vendor

Category

Location

12:00 pm/9:00 am

Flannel Cakes Fiber

Indie Dyer

Virginia

12:30 pm/9:30 am

Neauveau Texture Apothecary Indie Dyer

Rhode Island

1:00 pm/10:00 am

Spindle and Spoon Homestead Farm

Louisiana

1:30 pm/10:30 am

Hens-N-Chicks-FiberArts

Indie Dyer

Michigan

2:00 pm/11:00 am

Crafted by Locals

Indie Dyer

Montana

2:30 pm/11:30 am

Wool-E Farm

Farm

Michigan

3:00 pm/12:00 pm

Opalessence Fiber Studio

Weaver

Pennsylvania

3:30 pm/12:30 pm

Ewe2me2u

Indie Dyer

Illinois

4:00 pm/1:00 pm

Wunderful Pines Farm

Farm

Michigan

4:30 pm/ 1:30 pm

YarnTravel, LLC

Batts & Rolags

Florida

5:00 pm/2:00 pm

Katie's Fiber Connection

Indie Dyer

Forida

5:30 pm/2:30 pm

Sown from Stars

Batts & Rolags

Texas

6:00 pm/3:00 pm

alk&me fiber art studio

Indie Dyer

Ohio

6:30 pm/3:30 pm

Wine and Wooly Design

Indie Dyer

Washigton

7:00 pm/4:00 pm

2 B Ewe

Farm

Colorado

7:30 pm/4:30 pm

Fiber Ops Ranch

Batts & Rolags

Missouri

8:00 pm/5:00 pm

Knitspin

Indie Dyer

Illinois

8:30 pm/5:30 pm

Liongate Farm llc

Farm

Oregon

WOOL AND FIBER ARTS

's FIBER FESTIVAL y a d r u t Sa dule e h 29th c S EST/PST

Vendor

Category

Location

12:00 pm/9:00 am

Aoire Maith Fibre Studios

Indie Dyer

IIndiana

12:30 pm/9:30 am

The Knitting Centipede

Indie Dyer

Kansas

1:00 pm/10:00 am

Wild Hair Studio

Farm

Tennessee

1:30 pm/10:30 am

Atomic Fiber Studio

Batts & Rolags

Oregon

2:00 pm/11:00 am

Greenwood Fiberworks

Indie Dyer

Utah

2:30 pm/11:30 am

Three Birches Homestead

Farm

New Jersey

3:00 pm/12:00 pm

Iron Wheel Farms LLC

Accessories

Michigan

3:30 pm/12:30 pm

Merino y Vino

Indie Dyer

Arizona

4:00 pm/1:00 pm

Heavenly Oaks Alpacas, LLC

Farm

Florida

4:30 pm/ 1:30 pm

Your Fibery Godmother

Indie Dyer

Utah

5:00 pm/2:00 pm

SpinGlitz

Indie Dyer

California

5:30 pm/2:30 pm

Faith Hope Love Studio

Indie Dyer

Oregon

6:00 pm/3:00 pm

Jehovah Jireh Farm and Fibers

Indie Dyer

Michigan

6:30 pm/3:30 pm

Blue Savannah

Indie Dyer

Idaho

7:00 pm/4:00 pm

Little Flock on the Prairie

Farm

Alberta

7:30 pm/4:30 pm

Dunn Spunn

Batts & Rolags

Tennessee

8:00 pm/5:00 pm

Rusty Spur Ranch and Creations

Indie Dyer

Idaho

8:30 pm/5:30 pm

Fresh Lotus Design

Indie Dyer

Michigan

WOOL AND FIBER ARTS

FIBER FESTIVAL s ' y a d n Su dule e 30th h c S EST/PST

Vendor

Category

Location

12:00 pm/9:00 am

Esther's Place

Indie Dyer

Illinois

12:30 pm/9:30 am

GrilliantCreatives

Indie Dyer

Indiana

1:00 pm/10:00 am

Leaf Livestock Wool Co

Farm

Illinois

1:30 pm/10:30 am

Susans Fiber Shop

Store

Wisconsin

2:00 pm/11:00 am

Curly C'ewes

Indie Dyer

Oregon

2:30 pm/11:30 am

Zephyr Creek Farm

Farm

Michigan

3:00 pm/12:00 pm

StarKnits

Project Bags

Wisconsin

3:30 pm/12:30 pm

Create Yarnworks

Indie Dyer

Maryland

4:00 pm/1:00 pm

Macedo's Mini Acre

Farm

California

4:30 pm/ 1:30 pm

FiberGnome

Project Bags

Virginia

5:00 pm/2:00 pm

Fairily Fiber Fun

Indie Dyer

Georgia

5:30 pm/2:30 pm

Aker Fiber Farm

Farm

New Hampshire

6:00 pm/3:00 pm

Alpaca Pines Farm & Mill

Fiber Mill

Illinois

6:30 pm/3:30 pm

Zen Fiber Arts

Indie Dyer

Maryland

7:00 pm/4:00 pm

Bluebelle's Fiber Arts

farm

Alaska

7:30 pm/4:30 pm

JessieJavete Fiber Arts

Batts & Rolags

California

f o t he Mo e t t e l nth Pa

Three Birches Homestead

Merino y Vino

Star Knits

Grilliant Creatives

Greenwood Fiberworks

Esther’s Place

Alk & Me

March Vendor Interview

By TeDi Jansen

How did your business get started?

My business was born from a deep love of fiber arts and a curiosity that kept pulling me further into the craft. It started with a simple idea: knitting socks. I didn’t know how to knit at all, but that didn’t stop me. I taught myself, stitch by stitch, determined to master the art. Before long, I had made so many socks that my family jokingly asked if I was secretly a centipede; thus, The Knitting Centipede was born! My love for fiber arts didn’t stop there. I wanted to understand every stage of the process, from raw fiber to finished textiles. That’s when I discovered spinning. Learning to spin my own yarn was a transformative experience, connecting me even more deeply to the materials in my hands and giving me a whole new appreciation for the craft. Now, I am exploring the art of weaving, a skill that allows me to turn my hand-spun yarn into beautifully crafted textiles. Each new technique I learn fuels my passion even more, and I know my journey is far from over. My next adventure? Learning to dye fiber and yarn, adding yet another layer of creativity to my work. My business is built on a love for fiber arts, and my mission is to embrace every step of the process—from the raw fiber to spinning, weaving, and beyond. This journey is one of passion, learning, and craftsmanship, and I can’t wait to see where it takes me next.

What Is the goal of your business?

My business's mission is to honor the art of fiber crafts by being involved in every stage of the process—from raw fiber to the creation of beautiful, handmade textiles. With a deep love for fiber arts, I strive to preserve and celebrate traditional techniques while continuously learning and evolving my craft. Every step, whether spinning, knitting, crocheting, weaving, or eventually dyeing, is done with mindfulness, patience, and dedication, Beyond creating unique and high-quality handmade pieces, my mission is also to spread love through my work. Handmade items are more than just objects— they carry the time, care, and knowledge poured into them. Each piece tells a story of intention and craftsmanship, bringing warmth and meaning to those who receive them.

Through my fiber arts journey, I hope to inspire others to appreciate the beauty of slow, mindful creation and the love woven into every thread.

How did your business get started?

In the chaos of 2020, I found myself looking for something tangible to hold onto. My primary business was shrinking and I felt I needed a new path that was resistant to the whims of the world. As I lifelong knitter and crocheter, I was drawn to fiber. I purchased a used Louet S-75 from Heritage Weaving & Spinning and I was off!!! I went back daily for more roving. I couldn't stop spinning. It just spoke to my soul.

How did you learn your craft?

It was the summer of 2008 when, out of nowhere, I decided I wanted to knit socks.

The only problem? I didn’t know how to knit at all. But that small detail wasn’t going to stop me. Determined, I got my hands on a “Learn to Knit” DVD, some yarn, and a pair of needles. I spent hours watching, pausing, rewinding, and practicing—my fingers fumbling through each stitch. Slowly, the motions became more natural, and before I knew it, I was knitting. But I wasn’t interested in scarves or dishcloths, I was here for socks. When I finally finished my first pair, they were riddled with holes, uneven stitches, and far from perfect. But to me, they were beautiful. I had set out to knit socks, and I had done it. I was incredibly happy and proud, completely unaware that this was just the beginning. That first pair of socks opened a door to a world I never knew existed. What started as a simple goal turned into an obsession with fiber arts. From knitting, I moved on to crochet, then spinning my own yarn, and now weaving. Each step has deepened my love for the craft, and the journey is far from over. Looking back, I had no idea that a single summer and a pair of hole-filled socks would lead me here, but I wouldn’t change a thing.

Is there any more info you want to share?

Exciting things are happening in my fiber journey! Besides learning to dye fiber and yarn, I’ll also be diving into the process of scouring my first alpaca fleece—getting hands-on with raw fiber from the very start.

On top of that, I’m preparing to take my weaving to the next level by working on a 4shaft loom! So many new skills to explore, and I can’t wait to see where this adventure takes me.

What makes WAFA special for you?

I love WAFA because it’s a community of crafters who share my passion for fiber arts. It has introduced me to incredible creators whom I admire and get to support, even though I would have never met them where I live.

For me, WAFA feels like a mini fiber festival at the end of each month, and I love it!

LIVE Friday at 7:00 pm eastern

www.liongate.org

We are a small family business and we love to dye in small batches.

LIVE Friday at 8:00 pm eastern

Sayra’s March sale features delightful chunky art batts, dyed roving, and spring cleaning clearance

LIVE Saturday at 1:30 pm eastern

Zoom

BOOK Club Wool and Fiber Arts Book Club Update!

Book: Adventures in Yarn Farming Host: Tedi Jansen April TBA Zoom Meeting

Adventures in Yarn Farming: Four Seasons on a New England Fiber Farm by Barbara Parry is a memoir-style book that offers an intimate look at life on a small sheep farm. Parry, a fiber artist and shepherd, shares her experiences across the seasons, from lambing in the spring to shearing, dyeing wool, and preparing for winter. The book blends storytelling with practical insights about fiber production, making it a delightful read for yarn lovers. It also includes beautiful photos and even some knitting patterns. Perfect for anyone who enjoys fiber arts, farming, or just a cozy, pastoral read!

AprilRaw details TBA

Weaving History:

A Personal Journey After a taking a week-long weaving class I felt empowered. With shuttles, yarn, books and magazines I continued my education. I joined the Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsman and achieved Master Artisan status in weaving.

One day my spouse asked, “What are your going to do with all these items you made?” It was time to start selling. Craft shows was the option I chose. In addition to our full-time teaching schedule we participated in 10 weekend shows a year.

We also taught weaving and spinning classes at local guilds.

BY MARGERY ERICKSON

In 7th grade, our sewing teacher uncovered my talent for sewing a straight line.

Eventually this line of thread wound itself around most of the clothing I made and wore. In my thirties I discovered weaving provided a new twist. I could actually make the fabric.

The first loom I purchased came in pieces: unfinished wood, screws, hooks, cords and more. After the loom was assembled, I did my best to follow the instructions in a How to Weave Book. After one frustrating day my spouse said, “Didn’t you see the sign Mannings Handweaving School? We pass it every time we go to visit you mother.” I had not seen the “sign.”

To improve my business knowledge (before the Internet) I read books, magazines, talked with seasoned crafters, and took workshops. I wanted to develope good business practices and good customer service. By telling stories about the process and materials that were used to create pieces, I was able to share my passion for weaving.

In the mid 1990’s we almost purchased an established weaving business in New Hampshire. Instead, we added a studio addition to our log home.

Over the next few years, I worked to improve my weaving skills, started dying yarn, participated in the Pennsylvania Farm Show Sheep to Shawl contest, and the studio featured in a book Creative Studio.

After accepting a new teaching assignment, shows were reduced to three shows a year, and consignment shops were added as a source of weaving income.

In 2015 I retired from my day job. The studio was now available to me any time and day of the week.

I used types of yarn in my weaving and designed patterns. We also started buying, restoring, and selling previously owned fiber equipment. One day a woman stopped to pick up a spinning wheel, she suggested I check out WAFA. I was already trying to increase my presence on a website and social media.

This might be another idea.

November 2022 was my first WAFA event. This opened the door to several opportunities: becoming comfortable in front of the camera, increasing my photo/video library, learning how to use social media for publicity, recording educational weaving videos, creating a YouTube channel, and teaching workshops. What I love most about WAFA is meeting so many fiber lovers all over the USA. If you are going to be near south-central Pennsylvania, send us a message to schedule a time to visit. We’d love to meet you in person! https://www.etsy.com/shop/maverickson

www.SpinGlitz.com

www.faithhopelovestudio.com

LIVE Saturday 12pm

LIVE Sunday at 1:30 pm eastern

Featured Fiber - Rambouillet New Colors of Targhee Yarn New Sock Yarn and more...

LIVE Sunday at 2:30 pm eastern

fibergnome.com

3L&S FARMS

3L&S HONORING WOMEN WHO WOVE HISTORY 1745 TO 2025 6TH GREAT GRANDMOTHER ARRIVED IN COLONIES IN 1745 SPINNING & WEAVING IN CUMBERLAND COUNTY. 3L&S RAISING HERITAGE ROMNEYS FOR 37 YEARS. A BREED FIRST BROUGHT TO MASSACHUSETS BAY COLONY IN 1620.

2025 LONGSTANDING, TIME-HONORED ROMNEY FLEECES, FIBER YARN & FURNISHINGS

LIVE Sunday at 4:00 pm eastern

We carry roving, yarn, felted sheets and more processed at our mill. Items in the gift shop are made at the mill or are carefully chosen.

LIVE Sunday at 6:00 pm eastern I would love for everybody to enjoy the finest spinning fiber and yarn I am privileged to grow and use for creating. The physical and emotional rewards accompanying raising lovely sustainable wool go far beyond the beauty of the final product.

We raise Merinos, Polypays, natural colored Rambouillet / Columbia crosses, and finally Targhees. Our lamb pen is a menagerie of sizes, colors, and patterns of beauty. In collaboration with Midwest Mills, our sheep create the finest combed top, roving, varieties of yarn, and rug yarn. I use our wool to create felting or spinning batts. Our wool, neighbor-grown alpaca or small farm-sourced mohair, and a splash of silk create some pretty sweet spinning batts. I love collaborating with fiber-minded people: my yarn & your talent, my wool & your alpaca, mohair, and Angora.

LIVE Sunday at 1:00 pm eastern

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Wool-E Farm We raise Romney sheep for the beautiful wool fiber

Raising Romeldale/ CVM and Teeswater/BFL Sheep in the Thumb.

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