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A running mix of what’s happening at ArtemisNorth, the Fiberarts Community, Joynery Boards, and the real life behind the yarn.

Is Your Everyday Life Interfering with Your Art?

Is Your Everyday Life Interfering with Your Art?

Some days, it’s tough to start anything, even just writing the first sentence. I know what I want to say, but getting it out is a struggle. You know those days. For the past six months, I've been working to build an online Fiberarts Community with all the bells and...

Unraveling the Mystery: Simplifying the Butterfly Shawl Pattern

Unraveling the Mystery: Simplifying the Butterfly Shawl Pattern

Diving into the “Butterfly Shawl” has been a colourful journey of stitches and challenges! Using the Knitting Genius app to keep track has been a lifesaver. Every stitch brings me closer to this masterpiece. Can’t wait to share the final piece!

Learning to Use Sharing Tools in the Fiberarts Community

Learn how to share:CamerasScreensGoogle DocsWebsitesFilesThe Fiberarts Community is open and ready for you! Sign up for the Beyond the Skein newsletter to get all the details about our Grand Opening. Check out  tutorial #1 on the Fiberarts Community page—it'll guide...

Discover the Joy of Camping at Ontario Provincial Parks

Discover the Joy of Camping at Ontario Provincial Parks

The scent of pine needles, the crackling of a campfire, the cozy shelter of a tent... childhood camping trips in Ontario Parks hold a special place in my heart. From those rustic "vault toilets" to the thrill of exploring new parks like Balsam Lake or Algonquin, the...

Beyond the Skein -01- The Birth of a Fiberarts Community

Beyond the Skein -01- The Birth of a Fiberarts Community

Today we embark on a journey through watercolours, virtual yarn shops, and the vibrant threads of our fiberarts community. Picture cozy chairs, vibrant skeins, and a door that leads to memories of an old general store. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or a curious...

Ditching the Big Guys: My Local Food Journey (and Why You Should Too!)

Ditching the Big Guys: My Local Food Journey (and Why You Should Too!)

Tired of the same old grocery store routine, especially when big chains like Loblaws are raking in record profits? Same! Lately, I've been on a mission to support local businesses and buy more food directly from producers here in London (and surrounding areas!). It...

Out with the Old, In with the BS: My Podcast Gets a Makeover!

Out with the Old, In with the BS: My Podcast Gets a Makeover!

Hey friends! I've been making some tweaks to the podcast lately, and you might be wondering why. Here's the thing: sometimes getting caught up in the "perfect brand" can take the fun out of creating something awesome. Remember how excited I was to launch the "Creative...

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