by Suzann Thompson | Nov 10, 2006 | Life, Retro Blog Post, TextileFusion
Who knew we would be back in San Angelo so soon? And without kids? And with a little extra time to spend? I wanted to find a wool and mohair warehouse and talk to someone about it. We found Western Wool & Mohair just off Highway 67 near downtown. We found the...
by Suzann Thompson | Nov 1, 2006 | Life, Retro Blog Post, TextileFusion
“What’s a ‘knickerbocker’?” asked Charles. He was reading a book, in which a woman was described as having the ‘best knickerbocker lineage.’ “Eye-oh-no,” I said, because I was too busy crocheting to enunciate. Then...
by Suzann Thompson | Oct 29, 2006 | Life, Retro Blog Post, TextileFusion
Judging the Garment and Home Accessories Competition at the Taos Wool Festival was hard work, but it was also fun and very satisfying. My fellow judges Donna from Colorado, and Deb from New Mexico, were experts in dyeing and weaving, which made for a great judging...
by Suzann Thompson | Oct 22, 2006 | Crochet, Exhibits & Programs, Knitting, Retro Blog Post, TextileFusion, Workshops
I never finished telling about our trip to the Taos Wool Festival, so back we go, in spirit, to Taos. My button class was on Thursday. We had a great, great time, but it was so exhausting that I didn’t have the energy to pack up afterwards. Thank goodness I was...
by Suzann Thompson | Oct 20, 2006 | Life, Retro Blog Post, TextileFusion
My husband went to a Texas Archeological Society meeting in San Angelo, Texas, last weekend. We tagged along, because San Angelo is a quirky and interesting city. It has a small university, a big art community, and attractions like the International Water Lily Garden....
by Suzann Thompson | Oct 18, 2006 | Polymer Clay, Quilting and Crafting, Retro Blog Post, TextileFusion
Nana Sadie Rose sews and sells tote bags for knitters, crocheters, and teachers, using fabric that her customers choose on-line. The bags are roomy, full of pockets, well-proportioned, pretty, and beautifully-made. Lucky knitters who own Nana Sadie Rose bags just love...
