Anne’s blog: let's make something by hand

Learn the ins and outs of testing, why you might want to volunteer, and how my tests run counter to industry norms.

The conventional discourse about superwash yarn is that it is, to be blunt, bad for the environment. But the truth is more nuanced than this—and might just surprise you. Let’s dive into the research, find out what’s true and what’s not, and consider how we can make our own best choices about which yarn(s) to use.

We believe that regularly reading diverse books is a critical way to become more informed and brave about race and racial justice. We have a special love of children's books, and in our club, we read diverse kids' books. We invite you to join us!

It's a skein to fall in love with, a skein to inspire you, and most of all, a skein with which to create something beautiful. What will you make?

It's a yarn sale, a yarn drop from your favorite dyer, a festival ... and you are excited about buying new yarn! Here's my best advice for shopping for new yarn in a way that balances joy, consumption, and budget.

I would usually start by telling you my idea for the shawl, but the real story of Lichen begins long after I did my first sketches. This story begins in March 2020, when San Francisco began its shelter-in-place. We and, soon after, many other people in the world halted our regular lives and stayed home in order to prevent the spread of Covid-19.

If you've ever wondered about the cute beagle in my logo, this story is for you. This is my very own Molly, my shadow and studio beagle. She is the most loving and most frustrating dog I have ever known.