Beaumier Heritage Center in Marquette

On Saturday, March 23, I had the opportunity to be a part of the Upper Peninsula Folklife Festival in Marquette, Michigan at the Beaumier Heritage Center on Northern Michigan University's campus!

There were 12 ladies in my class and they learned the weaving technique called "twining."  They all walked away with a hotpad-size piece, made from recycled clothing. 

It was a fun afternoon.  I enjoyed my weekend in Marquette...thank you!

Here is what's new at Woolderness ...

HAND-DYED SOCK YARN.

The yarn is 70% merino, 30% nylon and it is machine washable.  You get 410 yds -- more than enough to knit a pair of socks!  Many colors to choose from...or custom order.

$24

Earrings by Alaina Clarke

She uses old bottle caps -- turns them into beautiful earrings.

You will see her at Hessel's Antique Boat Show this summer!

 Heerspink and Porter Pottery

made right here in the Les Cheneaux Islands!