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History of Tomato Pin Cushions

Metal pins are an invaluable tool for today’s needleworker and seamstress, and they were no less so for sewers throughout history. With pins came a variety of ways to store…

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11 April 2019

Bakers Dozen Bonus deal from Stitches with a Twist

Stitches With a Twist in Blyth, a yarn store with so much more, is offering a great deal on yarn: the Bakers Dozen Bonus. Buy 12 balls of yarn and…

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18 September 2020

Testing Huron County Arcott wool

In preparation for choosing a wool for the reproduction of Herbert Wheeler’s knitted gloves, I’ve been knitting up a few test swatches using a locally produced wool, a Huron County…

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6 April 2021

Leaf & Lace Vest

This lovely Leaf & Lace Vest was created by designer Irene Kellins, owner of Stitches with a Twist in Blyth. The pattern is inspired by an heirloom counterpane in the…

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21 August 2018

Nap Mat Sewing Instructions

A nap mat is a comfortable blanket used by daycare and preschool children at during rest period. There are a wide variety of patterns available from Butterick, Simplicity, McCall’s and…

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11 September 2017
  • FACTS Blyth,  fibre dyeing,  Historic Textiles in Our Local Museums,  Knitting

    Wheeler Mitts Kit is just about ready to go

    The Wheeler Mitts Kit is just about ready to go! After much time and effort, the next knitting kit on our roster is finally nearing completion! The Wheeler Mitts Kit features a close-knit colourwork pattern and locally sourced, naturally dyed wool. The pattern is given in multiple sizes, child to adult. The design was inspired by a pair of vintage knitted gloves once owned by Herbert Wheeler of Belgrave, Ontario and now housed in the textile collection of Huron County Museum & Historic Gaol. The wool comes from Steele Wool Farm owned by Margaret Steele, a Blyth-area fibre producer. Naturally sourced local dyes, provided by FACTS Blyth, were used to…

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    Huron Wristers Kits now available for online purchase

    7 January 2021

    Lace Museum offering online workshop in Halas Lace

    13 September 2020
    wedding dress dated from 1911

    The Dress of Many Patterns – a citizen science project

    21 August 2020
  • FACTS Blyth,  Natural dyes,  Pattern Recreation

    Huron Wristers Kits now available for online purchase

    Hi, everyone! Just a quick update on the Huron Wristers Kits… the kits are now available for purchasing through the FACTS online store: https://factsblyth.ca/shop/ Inspired by a pair of historical gloves from the textile collection of the Huron County Museum, the Huron Wristers pattern features a recreation of the colourwork pattern from the original museum gloves. The kit is a unique reflection of the natural resources, history, and creativity found in Huron County. The wristers are fingerless mitts perfect for working on computers, devices and outdoor activities when you need your fingers free. The kit is $45 and includes 1 hank (100 grams) of off-white, undyed wool; 2 smaller hanks…

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    Testing Huron County Arcott wool

    6 April 2021

    The quest for sheen begins

    16 April 2019

    Knitting History Forum

    17 February 2022
  • FACTS Blyth,  Local Stitching News,  Needlework Classes

    Textile art classes at FACTS, Blyth

    There are a number of textile art classes running at the FACTS Gallery in Blyth. Check out the options below or visit their website for complete info: https://factsblyth.ca. Intro to Crochet Join FACTS for a relaxing evening of stitching as Cathy Nethery introduces you to the basics of crochet. After learning the fundamental stitches, you will create a stunning scarf using variegated yarn. Indigo Dye Day Watch the magic of Indigo as it turns natural fibres into beautiful shades of blue. Bring your dingy whites to change blue or purchase items from us to dye on our Indigo Dye Day! Intro to Rug Hooking Learn the timeless tradition of rug…

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    Knitting History Forum AGM and Conference 2020

    15 September 2020

    Online collection of Victorian knitting manuals

    17 September 2020

    Textile Research Centre: embroidery charts from 18th century Germany

    25 August 2020

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My name is Sharlene, a freelancer, stitcher, and lover of all things needlework & vintage. I enjoy sharing my journey of discovery through stitching history, exploring the connections between needle arts, culture and history.

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