Happy Groundhog's Day...

Cold...cold...cold...
If I were a groundhog, I'd be hunkering down
I wouldn't have even poked my nose out this morning to see my shadow:)

The Part One kits for Shady Spot...the 2017 Edition of my Annual Rug Projects flew out the door yesterday...
my Postman is picking up a few more today!

Thanks so much for the GREAT response to this rug...only 5 places remain, so if you are interested visit the website here...
http://www.woolyredrug.com/store/WsDefault.asp?One=935

Well...it's back to work for me...hope it's sunny and warmer where you are;) ~Laurie

Day 3 in 1 Year of Stitches

Day 3...
Chain Stitch
one of my all time favorites...
The next few days will build on the this stitch...at least that is the current plan;)

back in the day, most of my jeans and shirts had bits of embroidery on them!
I doodled on all my school notebooks...and stitched on any piece of cloth that was in reach!

Today is filled with finishing class models, prepping "Shady Spot" ~ the 2017 Annual LJF Rug Project, a doctor appointment and errands for Dad. I hate having to take him out when it is so cold and icy...
but my mantra is "we do what we have to do"
Then it's back to a little stitch and wool therapy
Wishing you all a happy day! ~L
#woolyredug #1yearofstitches #1yearofstitches2017 @bpbstitches

2017 Preview and Happy Holidays

"Shady Spot" Happy Holidays,

After a beautiful, long Autumn...Winter has settled in here on the northern prairie! Over the weekend we got hit with a snow storm and this morning as I write to you, we are in the deep freeze at -6°F

2017 marks the 30th Anniversary of
L. J. Fibers at The Wooly Red Rug...
and lots of exciting things are on the horizon...

First up is the introduction of the 2017 Annual Rug Project...
I've just updated the website with ordering info for
Shady Spot ~ The 2017 LJFibers Annual Rug Project...
my adaptation of a mid-18th century needlework wallet,
featuring two ponies under a fanciful, floral tree...
the finished rug is 26" x 36"
Shady Spot is a THREE Part Project...
kits are available as Cut or Un-Cut Wool...
a mix of my beautiful hand-dyed and as-is textured wools!
Part One will ship in January!
Click HERE to visit the webpage for more info and to order.

Next is the anticipation of Wool Works™ Magazine

Print and Digital Subscriptions are available on their website...
www.woolworksmagazine.com
and will also be available in my studio/shop and on the website!
Look for my article and projects...Hearts & Tulips...
in the Premier Issue

And in April...I will be the guest teacher at
From Our Hands & Hearts
~ Spring Creative Retreat~
April 24 thru 27, 2017
Yellow Springs, Ohio
I'm so excited that Rebekah & Lori Ann have invited me to join them...more details to come in January but for now you can visit their website at www.fromourhands.com

I'm looking forward to an exciting 30th Anniversary year...
and THANK YOU for making it possible for me to do what I love!
Please visit the website and follow along on social media to see updates!

Wishing You and Yours A Very Merrie Holiday Season!
Kindest Regards, Laurie