Best of Both Worlds

I love Market Street in the fall. The leaves are scattered over the streets like New Years confetti in Times Square. There is a chill in the air, but people don't seem to mind much. Even when it's overcast and rainy, people are still out and about, and tourists proudly don their raincoats and wellies.

Living in a small town has it's perks; especially during this time of year when the leaves are changing and the feeling of quaintess fills the town. But there is still a part of me that misses the Big Apple, especially the area where I grew up and lived til I was in my early twenties.

I grew up in Greenwich Village, NYC. Among my ole stompin' grounds were Washington Square Park and Union Square. I have much love for this place and hope to return there someday!

I hope that you are basking in all the joys of fall, whereever you may be!

You Spin Me Round

Almost a month ago, I purchased a used Ashford Traditional wheel from a friend and I have been loving it. My friend was quite generous and included some practice romney fiber with the wheel, and I've been working on spinning that up. I am almost done, but wanted to share with you my progress. The first time I spun, I spun worsted. This time around, I am trying to create a thin, fingering type weight. So far, so good. I can't wait to throw some color on the wheel soon. Hello new addiction.

Not too bad, eh? Sure there is a lot of stopping and going, but I am learning how to control both the drafting and the tension!


Behold, my wheel! It looks as though I will have plenty of projects to keep me busy this winter!