fiber artist
karen borga
CREATING MY LIFE
One THREAD AT A TIME
Let me INSPIRE YOU!
As a fiber artist, my days are spent immersed in the world of wool creating one thread at a time.
A Fiber Artist’s Journal
My creative ADHD often takes me on exciting journeys down various “rabbit holes” of artistic exploration. (Bet this happens to you too!) This website is my way of documenting all the incredible techniques and information I discover, hoping to make your search for techniques and inspiration a little easier. Plus, it’s a handy reference for me!
Here, you’ll find my insights and tips on:
Weaving on lots of types of looms Spinning various weight yarns The Art of Scouring fleece Nuno felting with fine & raw wool Dyeing wool, roving and yarn Knitting and crocheting … And, whatever interests me today!
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"Absolutely love when the swatch turns out right on the first try! 🙌✨ I'm knitting myself a chunky sweater made from my own handspun yarn—just in time for fall! 🍂🧶 Feeling all the handmade love with this one! 😍 #HandmadeWithLove #SweaterWeather #FiberArtFun #FallVibes"
2 days ago
Decided to weave my Christmas cards this year on my new loom. Never too early to start.
3 days ago
Feeling like you're stuck in a "tangled ball of yarn"? 🧶
It's time to unwind and relax! 🧘♀️ #ChillOut #RelaxationTime
6 days ago
Welcome to my Studio BABY MAC (Macomber) 24" 8 Heddle Portable Loom. She is heavy but collapses and has wheels. She can go to the MAFA Convention and even demonstrations! The metal rods that attach the treadles to the shafts are missing - this will be resolved.
NOW! What 8-shaft pattern am I going to weave - I have been living in a 4-shaft world!
1 week ago
You know this is very true for me! And, I will be at the New Jersey Sheep & Fiber Festival Sept. 14th-15th in Ringoes, New Jersey! The South Jersey Spinners and Handweavers Guild are participating in the sheep-to-shawl competition ... I'm on the team. Wish us luck!
Wanna come see what it is all about? https://njsheep.net/
2 weeks ago