September 2024 WAFA Show Program

WAFA Virtual FIBER FESTIVAL September 27, 28, 29

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 4-8 From Hills to Homespun - Cotswold Sheep Page 10-11 WAFA Book Club Page 22 Vendor Guide Page 32-38

Opalessence Fiber Studio

Palette of the Month

Your Fibery Godmother

Jessie Javete Fiber Arts

Triple F Hobby Farm

Photo by Karen Szewc

A Jem Fiber Arts

Atomic Fiber Studio

WOOL AND FIBER ARTS

FIBER FESTIVAL s ' y a d i Fr ule d e h 27th Sc Vendor

Category

Location

11:00 am/8:00 am Hens-N-Chicks-FiberArts

Indie Dyer

Michigan

11:30 am/8:30 am Harvest Hill Acres

Farm - Romeldale Minnesota

12:00 pm/9:00 am TLD DESIGN CENTER & GALLERY

Weaver

Illinois

12:30 pm/9:30 am AJem Fiber Arts & Angoras

Indie Dyer

Indiana

1:00 pm/10:00 am Whirlwind Ranch Inc

Farm - Alpaca

Missouri

1:30 pm/10:30 am JessieJavete Fiber Arts

Batts & Rolags

California

2:00 pm/11:00 am Curly C'ewes

Indie Dyer

Oregon

2:30 pm/11:30 am Blue Savannah

Indie Dyer

Idaho

3:00 pm/12:00 pm Liongate Farm

Farm - BFL

Oregon

3:30 pm/12:30 pm Purly Shell Fiber Arts LLC

Indie Dyer

Washington

EST/PST

4:00 pm/1:00 pm

Natural Cycles Farm, LLC

Farm - Romeldale Michigan

4:30 pm/ 1:30 pm

ALPACA MONTANA MILL

Fiber Mill

Montana

5:00 pm/2:00 pm

Rusty Spur Ranch and Creations

Indie Dyer

Idaho

5:30 pm/2:30 pm

Valley View Farm

Farm - Shetland Washington

6:00 pm/3:00 pm

Hidden Pastures Luxury Fiber

Farm

New Jersey

6:30 pm/3:30 pm

Create Yarnworks

Indie Dyer

Maryland

7:00 pm/4:00 pm

Bluebelle's Fiber Arts

Farm - Angora

Alaska

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FIBER FESTIVAL

27th

EST/PST

Vendor

Category

Location

7:30 pm/4:30 pm

Dunn Spunn

Batts

Tennessee

8:00 pm/5:00 pm

Knitspin

Indie Dyer

Illinois

8:30 pm/5:30 pm

alk&me fiber art studio

Indie Dyer

Michigan

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WOOL AND FIBER ARTS

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Category

Location

11:00 am/8:00 am Crafted by Locals

Indie Dyer

Texas

11:30 am/8:30 am Stitched by Momma Witch

Batt Maker

Texas

12:00 pm/9:00 am Melissa's Yarn Barn

Indie Dyer

Iowa

12:30 pm/9:30 am Greenwood Fiberworks

Indie Dyer

Utah

1:00 pm/10:00 am Triple F Hobby Farm LLC

Farm:Shetland Sheep Michigan

EST/PST

1:30 pm/10:30 am Spindle and Spoon Homestead Farm - Angora

Louisiana

2:00 pm/11:00 am Atomic Fiber Studio

Indie Dyer,

Oregon

2:30 pm/11:30 am Frivolous Ewe

Farm

Illinois

3:00 pm/12:00 pm OPALESSENCE Fiber Studio

Weaver

Pennsylvania

3:30 pm/12:30 pm Susans Fiber Shop

Local Yarn Store

Wisconsin

4:00 pm/1:00 pm

Nistock Farms

Farm - Cotswold

New York

4:30 pm/ 1:30 pm

Wild Hair Studio

Indie Dyer

Tennessee

5:00 pm/2:00 pm

Ewe2me2u

Indie Dyer

Illinois

5:30 pm/2:30 pm

Fiber Ops Ranch

Farm - Alpaca

Missouri

6:00 pm/3:00 pm

Jubilee Farms

Farm - Merino

Illinois

6:30 pm/3:30 pm

Prismatic Color Form

Indie Dyer

Ohio

7:00 pm/4:00 pm

2 B Ewe

Farm

Colorado

WOOL AND FIBER ARTS

FIBER FESTIVAL

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Vendor

Category

Location

7:30 pm/4:30 pm

Wavellite Creative llc

Toolmaker

Wisconsin

8:00 pm/5:00 pm

Fresh Lotus Design

Indie Dyer

Michigan

8:30 pm/5:30 pm

Marie Feathers Fiber Crafts

Batts & Rolags

Oregon

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FIBER FESTIVAL s ' y a d n Su dule e 29th h c S EST/PST

Vendor

Category

Location

12:00 pm/9:00 am

YarnTravel, LLC

batts & rolags maker

Florida

12:30 pm/9:30 am

GrilliantCreatives

Indie Dyer

Indiana

1:00 pm/10:00 am

CaroleMakes

Farm: Angora

Indiana

1:30 pm/10:30 am

Timber and Twine

Farm: Finnsheep

Colorado

2:00 pm/11:00 am

KnitzAndPearls Fiberworks

Indie Dyer

Wisconsin

2:30 pm/11:30 am

Zephyr Creek Farm

Farm: Romeldale

Michigan

3:00 pm/12:00 pm

Charmed Fibers

Handspinner

Ohio

3:30 pm/12:30 pm

Merino y Vino

Indie Dyer

Arizona

4:00 pm/1:00 pm

3L&S Farms

Farm: Romney

Michigan

4:30 pm/ 1:30 pm

FiberGnome

Project Bags

Virginia

5:00 pm/2:00 pm

Sherwood Fiber Arts

Indie Dyer

Alabama

5:30 pm/2:30 pm

Annie Morton Designs

Project Bags

Tennessee

6:00 pm/3:00 pm

AriBo Arts

Batt Maker

Iowa

6:30 pm/3:30 pm

Your Fibery Godmother

Indie Dyer

Utah

7:00 pm/4:00 pm

Clear Sky Fiber Arts

Farm: Alpaca

Michigan

7:30 pm/4:30 pm

SpinGlitz

Batt Maker

California

8:00 pm/5:00 pm

Emma Creek Fiber and Yarn Indie Dyer

Alaska

8:30 pm/5:30 pm

Macedo's Mini Acre

California

Farm: Alpaca

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3L&S Farms

Merino Y Vino

AriBo Arts

Macedo’s Mini Acrel

AriBo Arts

Opalessence Fiber Studio

Fiber Ops Ranch

Marie Feathers Fiber Craft

From Hills to Homespun The Cotswold sheep originated in the Cotswold Hills of England, likely dating back over a thousand years. They are one of the oldest known sheep breeds. Cotswolds were primarily bred for their wool and meat. Their long, lustrous wool was highly prized in medieval England, making them an integral part of the country’s wool trade. While there isn't a specific individual credited with creating the breed, local farmers in the Cotswold region developed these sheep over time to be resilient to the area's environment.

Cotswold wool is characterized by its long, curly locks that are both shiny and strong. It is classified as a longwool breed, with fleece lengths reaching 8 to 12 inches.

The wool is durable, has a high luster, and can range in color from white to shades of gray. Due to its structure, it’s ideal for spinning into yarns that maintain their shape and strength over time.

It's not as soft as some fine-wool breeds but is sought after for its durability and beautiful drape.

“Every domestic creature was bred for a specific purpose and the strength and luster of Cotswolds can't be achieved with down type meat breeds or medium grade white faced breeds. “ Robin Nistock, Nistock Farms

“I can say that Cotswold is very desirable for the table. The flavor is reliably mild, including the mutton. If one is willing to wait for lambs to reach nearly a year of age you will have large cuts/portions but not lose the mild flavor. Also, the pelts are in huge demand.” Robin Nistock, Nistock Farms Cotswold sheep were first brought to the United States in the early 19th century, around the 1830s. They were introduced as part of the broader movement to improve wool production in the U.S., given the breed's wool quality and ability to thrive in various climates.

Today, Cotswold sheep are primarily raised for their wool and meat. Their wool is highly valued by hand-spinners, weavers, and knitters, while their meat is also sought after by heritage meat producers.

Farmers might be interested in Cotswolds due to their easy going temperament, adaptability, and dual-purpose nature. Additionally, they are known to be hardy and capable of foraging in less-than-ideal pasture conditions, making them lowmaintenance in comparison to some modern breeds.

Cotswold wool is ideal for handspinning and creates a yarn with durability and luster. Its natural sheen adds a beautiful finish to hand-made items, and while it isn’t as soft as merino, it is well-suited for outer garments, rugs, and other projects where strength and longevity are prioritized. Cotswold wool also takes dye beautifully, making it a favorite among fiber artists.

In the U.S. the breed is currently classified as "threatened" by the Livestock Conservancy. Efforts are being made to preserve the genetics of the breed through dedicated conservation programs. This makes them a good choice for farmers and fiber enthusiasts who want to help preserve a piece of agricultural history.

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HANDSPUN MILLSPUN LIVE Friday at 8:00 pm eastern

Harvest Hill Acres Unique fiber blend yarns made with locally crafted wool grown on our small family farm. Blends include a mix of bison, yak, camel, angora rabbits and hopefully soon musk ox.

LIVE Friday at 11:30 am eastern

Bluebelle’s Fiber Arts We raise Angora Rabbits in the Beautiful State of Alaska! Bluebelle was our First English Angora so we named our business after her!

Follow this page to keep up to date on our rabbit journey and the beautiful art we create from their fiber!

LIVE Friday at 2:30 pm eastern

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September WAFA Sale Saturday, September 28th at 12:30 pm EST

https://Greenwoodfiberworks.com

PRISMATIC Fiber Arts LIVE Saturday at 6:30 pm eastern

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Turning Sunlight into Food & Fiber

LIVE Saturday at 7:00 pm eastern

www.nistockfarms.com

Atomic Fiber Studio

Featuring: Legendary Art batts, smooth art blend batts, kettle dyed roving & hand dyed skeins. Sayra, is known for her saturated hand dyed hues. Her fearless use of color! Spin some magic. Color is her joy. Sayra is the master dyer behind Atomic Fiber Studio. She dyes her colors, in wild imaginative colors from Wool Wonderland.

The basement wool den...located in her Gothic Victorian home. On the west coast town of Astoria, Oregon.

LIVE Saturday at 2:00 pm eastern

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BOOK Club

An incredible story of dangerous and hidden friendships, ambition, betrayal, and sacrifice.

The year is 1739. Eliza Lucas is sixteen years old when her father leaves her in charge of their family's three plantations in rural South Carolina and then proceeds to bleed the estates dry in pursuit of his military ambitions. Tensions with the British, and with the Spanish in Florida, just a short way down the coast, are rising, and slaves are starting to become restless. Her mother wants nothing more than for their South Carolina endeavor to fail so they can go back to England. Soon her family is in danger of losing everything. book excerpt from www.goodreads.com

October 16th, 7:30pm eastern

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Botanically dyed yarn

T&T gals

Beautifully functional fiber tools

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LIVE Sunday at 2:30 pm eastern

fibergnome.com

3L&S Farms www.3LSFARMS.com

3L&S

Farms

Swearingen

Romney Offering

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Romney Fiber Offering Breed Study in Cottswold- Roving- Yarn- Finished Rug Kits!

LIVE Sunday at 4:00 pm eastern

LIVE Sunday at 6:00 pm eastern

www.SpinGlitz.com

EMMACREEKFIBER.COM

Charmed Fibers Fiber Artist ~ Hand Spun Art Yarn & Wearables ~ Knit & Crochet Patterns

LIVE Sunday at 3:00 pm eastern

Gorgeous and handmade functional textile art products made from woven wraps and luxury fabrics.

LIVE Sunday at 5:30 pm eastern

Alpaca and llama: rovings, batts, rug yarn, dryer balls and fleeces

LIVE Sunday at 8:30 pm eastern

Opalessence Fiber Studio

VENDOR GUIDE

fiber, garments, and jewelry

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Fresh Lotus

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

Read A Book

You know you’ve read a good book when you turn the last page and feel a little as if you have lost a friend.