Wild N Wooly Fiber Retreat!

What:  Wild & Wooly Retreat!

When:  Friday October 14th, 4pm (or whenever) thru

            Sunday October 16th, 4pm

Where:  Wild & Wooly Farms/22390 McArdle Rd/Bend OR  97702

 

The shop will be open Friday & Sat 10am-4pm as usual (you may have to come get me from the house)

Duct Tape Dress Form - 2pm Saturday

Dye Station - The dye station will be open for your use 10am Friday - 4pm Sunday

 

I'm sooooo looking forward to a weekend with my Fiber Friends.  No need to RSVP, just stop in when you can, bring food if staying for a meal, and a sleeping bag if staying for the night.

 

Hope Ewe can make it!

 

Pam Moss

www.sheep2shawl.net

Freeze Alert!

Cover your plants!  There's a freeze warning tonight!  Wish this were some kind of a joke, but it's not :-(  I know some parts of the country are ready for a cool down, but in Central Oregon, Summer just got here about a month ago and I don't think we have even seen 90 yet.  Oh well, cooler weather does mean more time and inclination for fiber artsy stuff.  Here's our Fall schedule in a nutshell - more to come.

 

Shop Hours - Friday & Saturday 10am-4pm (except the last Fri & Sat in Sept when we will be closed for OFFF)

 

Spin-In Saturdays - Almost Every Saturday 12-2pm

 

Oregon Flock & Fiber Festival, Canby, OR - Sept 24th & 25th

 

First Annual Wild & Wooly Sleepover & Fiber Retreat - October 14th-16th Details TBA (Day trippers welcome)

 

Nuno Felt Scarf, With Liz - October 22nd 10-2pm - $40 + Materials

 

Stop in, show, tell, and see what's new.

Happy Summer! (FINALLY)

I'll keep this short as I'm short on sleep while raising yet another bottle baby.  This one was brought to me as a squeak toy found by our dog Hope.  Thankfully Hope is very gentle and the baby bunny is thriving!  I have to stress - NEVER TRY TO RAISE A WILD RABBIT UNLESS THERE IS NO OTHER OPTION - their chances are slim to none of living.  I know!  This is not my first try.

 

Dye Along - Friday July 8th - 10am-2pm(or so) - $5 to use my dyes

This is not a class, but beginners are welcome!  Come, watch, learn, try!  It can be intimidating, but easier with friends to help and an outside dye area to avoid costly accidents with the carpet, sink, hardwood floor, dog, etc.  There is still room!  Drop me a line or just drop in to watch and wait for a spot to open up when and if you're ready.  10% off all dyable fiber.

 

Felt Along - Friday July 22nd 10am-2pm(or so) - Free

Once again, not a class.  Just an opportunity to use someone else's hot water, soap, towels, and large table.  Beginners welcome to see how it's done by the experts, and not so experts.  I have a few spots open on the tables, or just drop in and watch different techniques.  10% off all feltable fiber.

 

Spin-In - Saturday July 30th 12-2pm(or so) - refreshments served.

 

Quilt show week - With the exception of Wednesday, I'll be around most of the week.  Just give me a call so I can turn on the lights and secure any roaming animals.

 

The Pipster (new baby bunny) and crew hope to see ewe's soon!

 

Pam Moss

All Ways Wild & Wooly

22390 McArdle Rd

Bend OR  97702

541-280-6609 cell

541-382-0869 home

Summer is finally here! Classes, and updates!

Summer is finally here!  (And I have almost survived a chaotic month of June)

 

Eagle Crest Tuesdays - Come check it out from 2pm-6pm at Eagle Crest resort.  Turn East off of Cline Falls Rd into Eagle Crest Resort and follow the signs to the market.  Bring a chair and your spinning/knitting/crochet.  Wear a hat and sunscreen!  I only have 2 markets left at Eagle Crest before I take a break for the month of July. 

 

Play/Sale Days in July -

 

Dye Along/10% off all dyeable fibers & yarn.  Friday July 8th - 10am-2pm  $5 per pound to use my dyes or feel free to bring your own.  RSVP if you would like me to pre-wet your fiber and to reserve space.

 

Felt Along/10% off all feltable fiber.  Friday July 22 10am-2pm  No charge with purchase of fiber. RSVP to reserve space.

 

Spin-in Saturdays June 25th (for anyone not going to BSG)

                             July 30th

                             August 27th

 

Hope to see Ewe's Soon!

 

Pam Moss

All Ways Wild & Wooly

22390 McArdle Rd

Bend OR  97702

Spring in Central Oregon.....

Spring in Central Oregon - If you don't like it, wait 15 minutes or drive 15 miles, it will change :-)

 

We still have a few openings for...........

Felt Bag - Saturday March 12th - 11:30-4pm - $35

Back by popular demand, Liz McDannold will be leading the way to turn unspun fiber into works of usable art.  Yes you can make a felt bag in one afternoon with Liz's entertaining instruction.  Great activity for a girls afternoon get away.

 

Shearing day Saturday March 19th - 11am

How would you like to lose 10-15 pounds in one day without diet or exercise?

Sorry, can't help you there, but you are invited to watch as our sheep go through this amazing transformation.  This is a free event with snacks available and fleeces for sale right off the sheep!    (Probably shouldn't use "snacks" and "fleece" in the same sentence, but what can I say.......We care about your fiber)

 

Fiber Market Day, Saturday March 26th 10-4 at the Crook County Fair grounds.

This free event is open to the public and promises to be fun for the whole family.  We will not be attending (see my next message as to why) but the shop will be open for any who would like to stop by on your way to or from the market.

 

Lambing - Could start as early as March 26th (see what I mean?)  Stay tuned and I'll send out birth announcements as we progress.  Here's praying for a safe and rewarding season.

 

Special offer on a Rose Spinning Wheel - We recently received a Rose spinning wheel from Majacraft in New Zealand.  Beautiful as she is and fabulous as she spins, she has a couple of small flaws.  These flaws do not affect the quality of her function, but would make her unique in a Rose family reunion.  Regularly priced at $885, this special Rose is available for $765 and comes with lace flyer, high speed whorl, and lazy kate.  Please contact me or come by the shop for more details.

 

Hope to see Ewe's soon!

 

Pam Moss

All Ways Wild & Wooly

22390 McArdle Rd

Bend OR  97702

541-280-6609

We're back!

Just a quick note to let you all know I'm back.

 

Thanks for all your thoughts & prayers.  Looks like Papa, as far as the brain is concerned, should make a full recovery.  Other than a really bad headache and nausea, he appears to have no lasting brain damage.  As far as the rest of his almost ready to retire body, only time and physical therapy will tell.

 

The sheep to batt class rescheduled for this Friday, Feb 4th, 10-2pm, cost $25(includes 1/2 pound fiber) is a go and we have 2 spaces open.

 

The felt bag class  for Sat. Feb 12th is currently full, but I am happy to start a waiting list which will receive priority for future classes.

 

Hope to see Ewe's Soon!

Pam Moss

Baabaara's Wild & Wooly, Inc

22390 McArdle Rd

Bend OR  97702

541-280-6609

www.sheep2shawl.net

Lynn's Coming Home, Price Rollbacks, and CAKE!

Lynn's coming home!  My college freshman (or is it freshwoman?) will be home December 16th and has promised to make us a cake for our Saturday get together on the 18th.  Take a break from your holiday frenzy to stop by for stories from college, a well deserved break, and yes - CAKE!

 

Price Roll Back - The price of our Oregon Collection fingering weight yarns has been reduced:  

    Superwash Merino/Tencel was $17.50 now $14.00 for 4 oz 412yds 

      Superwash Wool/Nylon was $15.50 now $12.50 for 4 oz 434 yds

 

Remember your fiber friends with a Gift Certificate to Baabaara's Wild & Wooly.  Available in any amount.

 

Schedule Change - We will be closed December 24th-Jan1st to spend time with family.  Call ahead shopping is available as long as I'm in town.

 

Sheep to Batt workshop - Friday Jan 28th 10am-2pm - $25

No this is not a form of "Vampirism".  I will be demonstrating the "Wild & Wooly" way to get that fabulous fleece you purchased last summer from the stinky bag to a usable  batt.  We will be using one of my fleeces to learn how to skirt, wash, pick, and card.  You will leave with 1/2 pound of fiber prepared by you to your specifications. Reservation required. 

 

Last but not least - a note from Amy with Sublime Accents

Just a reminder about the Gossamer Holiday Indie Craft Loft this
weekend.  It is at Gossamer The Knitting Place in the upper Old Mill
on SW Industrial Way.  Saturday 10am - 7pm and Sunday 10am - 5pm.  I
will be on the second floor right after you come up the stairs so if
you are out and about on either of those days come by and say hi!

--Amy

 

Have a safe and wonderful Holiday Season! 

 

Pam Moss

Baabaara's Wild & Wooly, Inc

22390 McArdle Rd

Bend OR  97702

541-280-6609

www.sheep2shawl.net

SALE EXTENDED!

Sale Extended! - I still can't  fit it all indoors for the winter!            50% offeverything under the tent until October 30th or it's gone!

Did you know our website now has a shopping cart? 

Workshop schedule updated!

Needle Felt Cat – Saturday October 16^th – 12-4pm

          $65 all materials included

Fiber artist Kelly Riley will share with us her techniques for creating 3 dimensional sculptures.  No experience needed and all materials provided, invite a friend to share a day of learning and create memories as well as art.  For more information on Kelly and her creations see her website at coyoterim.com.

Nuno Felt and Dye Scarf – Saturday October 23rd (felting) 12-4pm

-         Saturday October 30^th(dying) 12-2pm

$60 + Materials ($15 or less depending on fiber chosen)         

Once again, Liz McDannold will entertain us with her own special techniques for felting.  Nuno felting is done by integrating fiber into a silk background or core.  This 2-part class will be finished with a dye day where different techniques for “painting” your finished scarf will be explored.  You will now be equipped to create treasures for the special people on your gift list.

Reversible Felt Beret - Thursday November 4th 12-4pm

          $35 + Materials ($10 or less)

This no knit beret will keep your head warm, cozy, & stylish.  Create one side for your sensibilities and the other for a walk on the wild side.

Needle Felt Gnome/Santa – Saturday November 6^th – 12-4pm

          $65 all materials included

Learn to sculpt with Kelly Riley as she guides us into yet another set of skills and techniques to design these fabulous keepsakes.  Needle felting, although forgiving and limitless, can be tricky when specific shapes and effects are desired.  Take advantage of Kelly’s experience to learn the tricks for achieving the results your want.  See her website for pictures of needle felt gnomes and information about Kelly at coyoterim.com.

Wet Felt Table Runner/Placemats – Thursday November 11^th – 10am-2pm

          $45 all materials included

This is a basic wet felt class to learn the nitty-gritty of wet felting.  Using batts to create durable felt table runners or placemats, prepare to get a little wet and have some good clean fun.

Felt Scarf – Saturday November 13^th – 10am-4pm

          $45 + materials ($10 or less depending on fiber chosen)

Connie Rawson will share the secrets of creating these light weight strips of warmth and beauty.  As a master of surface design, Connie has tips on what works and what doesn’t.  Learn from experience to incorporate different forms of fiber from locks to top into finished works of art.  Perfect for last minute gifts that will warm and amaze your friends and family.

Christmas Stocking – Saturday December 4^th – 12-4pm

          $35 + materials ($10 or less)

Mark your calendars!  Liz McDannold will be teaching this wet felt class.

Spinning Lessons free with purchase of fiber

Hope to see ewe’s soon!

Pam Moss

Baabaara’s Wild & Wooly, Inc

22390 McArdle Rd

Bend OR  97702  

www.sheep2shawl.net

541-280-6609

Mark your Calendars!

May 22nd, 2010.

“Get-Spun” by Symeon North is a new book on “Art Yarns” coming out May 2010 and guess where she will be demonstrating and signing her new book? Baabaara’s Wild & Wooly at Wild and Wooly Farms!
As many of you know, we march to a drummer of a different beat, many of us like to put a unique twist in our yarns. This is Symeon’s specialty and passion as well. We’re going to make this one awesome & “twisted” party as we celebrate the release of this inspirational new book.

Please join us for food, fun, friends & fiber!

Lynn Moss will be making and decorating one of her gorgeous & delicious cakes for the event.

To pre-order a signed copy of “Get-Spun”, just drop an e-mail at pmoss@ykwc.net with your contact info. Also, take a look at Interweave's review on the book here.