by Cynthia de Steuben | May 22, 2023 | General Information
Dryer balls are a good alternative to using dryer sheets, which contain potentially harmful chemicals. Thses chemicals, such as Dipalmethyl hydroxyethylmmoinum methosulfate, can cause skin irritation and allergic reactions. Fragrances added to the sheets can also...
by Cynthia de Steuben | Apr 28, 2023 | General Information, Knitting
Buttons are a wonderful, and often necessary, addition to clothing. As a knitter, I am always looking for those special buttons to finish off my project. A large button on a felted purse or knitted hat can really make a statement. A line of colorful buttons is a fun...
by Cynthia de Steuben | Aug 12, 2022 | General Information, Knitting
Oh, the thrill of starting a new project! You have a new skein of yarn and have picked out a pattern that will be perfect. You are ready to cast on, right? Then you hear the little voice: “Did you get gauge?” What is gauge? Simply put, it is a measure of the...
by admin | Nov 13, 2020 | General Information
It is safe to say, my go to yarn is sock yarn for a variety of projects. The term sock yarn is used interchangeably with fingering weight yarn. According to the Standard Yarn Weight System (Craft Yarn Counsel), sock yarn is a superfine yarn and is listed as a 1 along...
by admin | Oct 28, 2020 | General Information
Yarn & Fiber Drying on the Porch Looking forward to 2021 October 26, 2020 This year has been challenging for small businesses like Nightingale Fibers. We have seen all the fiber and wool festivals cancelled or go virtual in 2020. New Hampshire Sheep &...