Author: Lynn Piercey

Symone Jennings, Featured Artist

Featured Artist

Symone Jennings, Featured Artist

ByLynn Piercey June 5, 2019

Welcome to the first in our Featured Artist Series! Symone graciously granted us an interview and the chance to showcase some of the work that she’s created with fibres from the Gallery. We’ve published that interview here for your enjoyment. Hi Symone! Can you tell us a bit about yourself? I’m a Trinidadian native who’s…

Road trip to check out the new yarn shop - Close K

Road trip to check out the new yarn shop - Close Knit Friends and purchased some new yarn to feed my stash. Gorgeous, naturally dyed yarns from Botanical Fibres came home with me.
Nice little drive. Check it out
#closeknitfriendsyarnshop #botanicalfibres

The warping has not yet commenced, but the math is

The warping has not yet commenced, but the math is complete, and here are pics of the two possible colour combinations. Project is 4 placemats, 100% cotton. #weavingloom #weaving #ashfordloom #keepmaking #wherethewildflowersgrowgallery #shopsmallbusiness #makeityours #supportlocal #makeityourself

Todays activity was assembling an Ashford Rigid He

Todays activity was assembling an Ashford Rigid Heddle Loom (32”) with stand. Tomorrow will be warping for a new project and a sample for a future weaving class. #loveforlocal #supportsmallbusiness #shoplocal #ashfordloom #weavingloom #weaving

Last day for the yarn shop is Saturday (tomorrow).

Last day for the yarn shop is Saturday (tomorrow).
We still have plenty of gorgeous yarns to choose from, and books as well. Our internet is working, and we can accept credit and cash payments, as things stand now.
It’s kind of ironic that such a “low-tech” craft can survive a “high-tech” outage. Hope that doesn’t come back to bite me. 😂

#supportsmallbusinesses #yarnsale #loveforlocal #knittinglove #spinningwheel #keepmaking #wherethewildflowersgrowgallery #spinningwheelstudio #giftsforcrocheters #makeityourself #summerknitting #knitting_inspiration #makeityours #woolprocessing #shopsmallbusiness #yarndyeing #spinningyarn #woolforspinning

Two more days 🙂 The sale continues. Our debit/c

Two more days 🙂 The sale continues.
Our debit/credit machine is operating today (at least, at this moment) we are NOT on the Rogers network, so we are gtg today, unlike many other businesses in Canada.
#spinningwheel #spinningwheelstudio #wherethewildflowersgrowgallery #keepmaking #summerknitting #knittinglove #knitting_inspiration #makeityourself #supportlocal #giftsforcrocheters

It’s that time of year when the acorns “ping” off the big oak tree on the front lawn, and so many flowers in bloom around the shop. The Lily of the Valley is finished their blossoms and mesmerizing scent, but now we have Queen Anne’s Lace, Columbine, Daisies, Roses, Clover, and many more.
So, the name of the shop is very fitting at this time of the year.

Just a reminder that the shop will close on Saturday afternoon, and all remaining yarn, needles, accessories will start it’s journey to a new location at Close Knit Friends Yarn Shop. (Opening July 18). Robyn has graciously provided us with maps to her new yarn shop, and I’m excited for her. She’s shared a few of her plans/ideas with me, and you will be excited as well. She will also be hosting knit (or crochet) meetups and classes. And I may even teach a few classes there on occasion.
Meanwhile, we still have a great selection and sale prices until closing Saturday. Books are an extra special savings @ 30% off. They’re heavy and we’d rather sell, than count and move.
Where the Wildflowers Grow Gallery will continue as a weaving and spinning shop, eventually moving to our new location in Bairdsville, where we will have all things Ashford, Schacht, Louet, and weaving cottons, accessories, etc. more info to follow.
#supportsmallbusinesses #yarnsale #loveforlocal #supportsmallbusiness #keepmaking #makeityours #makeityourself #summerknitting #knitting_inspiration #makeityourself #wherethewildflowersgrowgallery #woolprocessing #spinningwheel #spinningwheelstudio

New yarn alert. Ancient Arts colour of the month -

New yarn alert. Ancient Arts colour of the month - Fundy. With gnome kits! Going fast! #ancientartsyarn #supportsmallbusiness #keepmaking #makeityourself #knitting_inspiration #knittinglove #summerknitting #makeityours

The shop will be open Tuesday through Saturday thi

The shop will be open Tuesday through Saturday this week. Lots of great buys.

Today was a fantastic weaving class, despite the h

Today was a fantastic weaving class, despite the heat. We started early and each participant learned a few things about rigid heddle weaving, while I (deliberately, ahem 😉) made a few mistakes on my weaving, and showed how to fix them.
I have a few spots available in another beginner weaving class next Sunday, and would love to fill them. More students = more questions, mistakes = more learning opportunities.

I want to thank everyone who has supported this dr

I want to thank everyone who has supported this dream/endeavour of having a fibre arts shop/workshop. It’s been a great run, albeit with a few challenges the past two - three years. I have made many good friends and colleagues, acquaintances and customers and those relationships will continue.
The yarn shop is moving July 9 to a new location, new owner, new name, new opportunities. Robyn Oakes will be opening the new yarn shop in Upper Kent, called “Close Knit Friends Yarn Shop”, and will open July 18. Saturday drop-ins will continue as before, and classes will be offered. Link to follow asap. Address is One Route 490, Upper Kent, NB.
The Wildflower Gallery will continue as a spinning/weaving studio from my home base in Bairdsville, NB (about 14 mins south, according to Google). I will also offer classes on a continuing basis.
That said, until July 9, we have a sale on, and please redeem all gift cards before July 9.
Stay tuned for further details

It’s finished, and I absolutely loved this knit

It’s finished, and I absolutely loved this knit from cast on to cast off. The yarn is Illimani Sabri II in one of their new dyed colours. I enjoyed it so much, that I’ve already wound the yarn for another.
The pattern is the Ripple sweater from Hinterm Stein. Extremely well written, with numerous options for customizing your fit. I have added a few more of her patterns to my queue as well. #illimaniyarns #illimanisabri2 #hintermsteindesign #hintermstein #hintermsteinripple #keepmaking #knitting_inspiration #makeityours #makeityourself #keepmaking #shopsmallbusiness #knittinglove #summerknitting

First class since pre-Covid. It was a very small c

First class since pre-Covid. It was a very small class, and hopefully numbers will pick up, but we did have fun.
Here’s a few sock blanks that were dyed today. And because we had extra time, a skein of yarn was dyed as well. #sockblankdyeing #itsagreatdaytodye #yarndyeing #aciddyes #ashfordaciddyes #supportsmallbusinesses #makeityourself #makeityours #keepmaking #supportlocal #knitting_inspiration

Spinning up a rainbow on this sunny, breezy aftern

Spinning up a rainbow on this sunny, breezy afternoon 🌈 #makeityourself #wherethewildflowersgrowgallery #keepmaking #shopsmallbusiness #makeityours #supportlocal #spinningwheel #woolforspinning #spinningwheelstudio #spinningyarn #woolprocessing #woolprocessingbyhand #happypridemonth🌈

New yarn alert. Zauberperlen have arrived. Each gr

New yarn alert. Zauberperlen have arrived. Each gradient ring of 7 mini balls is 100% merino and adds up to 200 grams per ring. Fingering/sock weight. #wherethewildflowersgrowgallery #shopsmallbusiness #makeityours #keepmaking #knitting_inspiration #giftsforcrocheters #summerknitting #knittinglove #makeityourself #Zauberperlen #zauberballcrazy

What a fantastic day for WWKnit in Public Day. Th

What a fantastic day for WWKnit in Public Day. The weather was perfect, we had a great turnout, and have two new crowned champions for Fastest Knitter - Robyn Oakes, and Fastest Crocheter - Samantha Pelkey. Congratulations ladies. And some new yarn bombs added to the shop. More to add yet. Looking great. #fastestknitter2022 #fastedtcrocheter2022 #wwkipday2022 #wherethewildflowersgrowgallery #yarnbombing #yarnbomb

All set up for World Wide Knit in Public. Last yea

All set up for World Wide Knit in Public. Last year’s fastest knitter (and crochet) is ready to defend her crowns.

Just one more sleep! Who’s waxing their needles

Just one more sleep! Who’s waxing their needles in prep for tomorrow’s Fastest Knitter contest? The crown(s) are made for both (crochet as well), and there will be shenanigans afoot. Fastest aknitter and a crochet contests begin at 1 pm sharp.
Yarn bombing is encouraged, and there will be some funky yarns available for that purpose, or bring your own.
We have added to the clearance section (aka staircase), and have a sale on all yarns and spinning fibres. (15% off), but an extra special discount on all Ancient Arts yarns (20% off, we have too many for the shelves, and need space for the new colours).
There are also draws for door prizes. Bottled water supplied, while it lasts. Please bring your own lawn chair, snacks, bug spray, sun screen, masks are encouraged.
Several shop samples now have price tags (time to change it up), so a great time to buy ready made for gifts, or yourself.
Great time to register for upcoming classes as well. #wwkipday #supportsmallbusinesses #ancientartsyarn #yarnsale #keepmaking #makeityours #knitting_inspiration #ravelrypattern #knittinglove #wherethewildflowersgrowgallery #shopsmallbusiness #makeityourself #summerknitting #giftsforcrocheters

Knit in Public Day is this Saturday, June 11. Bri

Knit in Public Day is this Saturday, June 11. Bring a lawn chair (and snacks, if desired). This will be a mostly outdoor activity (weather permitting) The Fastest Knitter and Fastest Crocheter Contests being at 1 PM sharp. Winner(s) will receive a crown, $30 gift card, and bragging rights for a year. Bring a project to work on, or start a new one. We encourage yarn bombing. :-) There will be door prizes, and maybe even a yarn sale...

Drop in Knitting meet up this morning. There will

Drop in Knitting meet up this morning. There will also be wool prepping for spinning demos - swinging pickers, viking combs, hackle, drum carder, hand cards, wheels - so much excitement! 😆 Shop is open 10-2 today #spinningwheel #spinningwheelstudio #woolforspinning #keepmaking #makeityours #supportlocal

This Saturday at the shop we will be demonstrating

This Saturday at the shop we will be demonstrating wool processing for spinning. We have washed wool, a wool picker, drum carder, hand cards, and wool combs. Whats’s the difference and what do they all do? Come and find out. Also, our Saturday morning drop in knitting will be starting at 10 am. There is no charge , bring a project, or pick out materials for a new one. We don’t judge 😉. Also, save $100 on any in stock spinning wheels. #shopsmallbusiness #makeityourself #keepmaking #makeityours #spinning #spinningyarn #wherethewildflowersgrowgallery #spinningwheel #woolisbest #woolprocessing #woolproducts #woolproject #woolprocessingbyhand