As the cool crisp air comes...

One thing I love about being into fibrey crafts and art is that during the colder months - it gives you an excuse to be inside, nice and snuggly warm. With all of the washing, dyeing and drying involved, though too, it gives an excellent opportunity to stick one's nose outside to test the air. Also going outside and exploring nature is one way to get some inspiration for dyeing.

Last weekend my family and I went into the Adelaide Hills. It is autumn here, and there are many deciduous trees in our hills which gives wonderful displays of colour. I wished I took some photos - there was an amazing display, but I can't drive and take photos, so you will just have to trust me. ;)
This is a picture I googled which gives an indication of the gorgeousness of the Adelaide Hills around about now.

There is a distinct chill in the air. It bites any exposed skin. Time to rug up with winter woolies and get out in nature but stay as snug in a bug in a rug. :)

Here's a little beanie which is 100% merino - from Adelaide Hills. I obtained the fleece raw and rather dirty, so there has been quite a bit of work, to scour, clean, spin, dye and then knit this little piece. I loved the process. It is my own design with a row of love hearts above the band. This piece (below) is called my "warm hearted beanie".

Goodbye April. Hello May.

It has been a while since my last post. I have been spinning some lovely pink merino. Also I'ved combed in some stunning white silky mohair which I purchased a few weeks ago.
The merino is from a sheep in the Adelaide Hills. The mohair is from a lady with lovely goats in Victoria. I'm loving the combination.

 

Next I ply the two threads , merino only plyed with merino and mohair mix.

I've created around 180 metres. I need to spin more... cheerio until next time. :)