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Supplies
The ANWG Directory of Commercial Suppliers provides
a service to fiber artists in the northwest US and western
Canada. ANWG does not endorse any supplier or guarantee
the accuracy of any information contained in this directory.
Suppliers within the ANWG boundaries are encouraged
to send information for inclusion in a classified format;
please limit to 2 categories and maximum of 120 words
each. Include email address for contact. There is no
charge for this listing. Send information, changes and
updates to email
Alpacas
of Fair Meadows Farm
Fair Meadows Farm is a family business. North American
Alpaca roving and combed top, in natural and hand-dyed
colors is our signature product. We sell Alpacas,
Fleeces, Fiber, Manure, Yarn, Garments, Handpickers
Helpers, and Wrist Distaffs. Alpaca boarding and
herdsire service is now available. We also carry
drop spindles and knitting/crocheting supplies and
patterns. Please call to arrange your visit.
Eva Gallagher
4131 53rd St SE
Auburn, WA 98092-8433
(253) 833-0113
email 0106 |
Aubusson House is a Calgary based mail order yarn supplier. Paternayan Crewel and Paterna Persian yarns are suitable for tapestry, weaving, rug making and needlepoint and other fibre art needs. This high quality yarn is colour fast, and also dyes beautifully I maintain stock in all 418 colours of Paternayan Perisan 3 strand wool and 252 colours in Paterna yarn a fine two ply worsted wool , and fill orders immediately. I sell seine twine in four weights and linen warp for tapestry.
Please contact Karen King at 403 284 4048,
toll free at 1-866-666-9276.
Email and Website
0509 |
| Bar-Maids Our skin care products are loved and used by weavers, fiber artists, quilters, and animal lovers alike. If your hands need TLC and protection, our products are the answer. Bar-Maids, LLC is a small, socially and environmentally responsible company based in Brush Prairie, WA. Our strict commitment to quality ensures that you receive only pure and natural products offered in environmentally friendly, reusable, and recyclable containers. Our products made and packaged by hand from a precise combination of natural and organic ingredients, are beneficial for all skin types and ages. Visit our store at www.bar-maids.com for information on secure on-line purchases, local stores, and upcoming shows. 0209 |
BraidersHand
We relocated to Washington in 2005. We are an on-line
store specializing in Japanese kumihimo equipment,
books, silk threads, kumihimo disk and plate, kits,
software, video and books on ornamental knotting
and other braiding techniques. Our marudai, takadai
and bobbins are made in our workshop of hard maple
to Rodrick Owen's specification. Please visit our
web site for more details.
website 0706 |
The
Bellwether
The Bellwether specializes in spindles and amazing
wool blends from Crosspatch Creations and Three
Bags Full. We have many fiber art supplies, tools,
and books for spinning, knitting, weaving, crochet,
naalbinding, dyeing, felting, and more. Studio visits
by appointment. On-line ordering on the website,
and contact by phone, email, or online.
The Bellwether
3329 Upland Lane
Port Angeles, WA, 98362.
(360)582-0697.
http://www.thebellwether.com
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Eugene Textile Center provides a retail shop for equipment and materials for the fiber arts, as well as a comprehensive studio environment. ETC offers classes and studio support to individuals in the community with an interest in handweaving, surface design on cloth, and other non-woven fiber techniques. Check out our website for our upcoming classes. www.eugenetextilecenter.com
Eugene Textile Center
1510 Jacobs Drive
Eugene, Oregon 97402
541-688-1565 Center
541-913-9512 Cell
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Far North Fibers
Far North Fibers is a working studio specializing in handwoven textiles and hand-dyed yarns. In addition to beginning and continuing weaving, spinning and dyeing classes, Far North Fibers is a dealer for Schacht, Glimakra, Harrisville Designs, Greensleeves Spindles, Peace of Yarn, Ashland Bay, Earthues, JaggerSpun, UKI and other fiber and yarn companies. Far North Fibers offers original Made In Alaska naturally dyed yarns in a variety of natural fibers and a range of beautiful colors.
Far North Fibers
3200 E. 15th. Avenue
Anchorage, Alaska 99508
http://www.farnorthfibers.com
email 1106 |
Fine
Fiber Press & Studio
Kathe Todd-Hooker and Pat Spark publish books about
feltmaking, tapestry and other related fiber arts.
Fine Fiber is also a source for tapestry equipment,
felting needles, felting needle accessories and
other felting equipment. We offer classes
in feltmaking, tapestry, weaving, and other related
fiber arts. We are a mail order business but because
we are a member of Oregon Crafted, an organization
of studios and galleries, we are open to the public
on the first weekend (10:00-4:00) and the third
Friday evening (3:00-7:00) of every month.
Our studio features a new exhibit each month in
conjunction with these two events. We are
also open by appointment. Fine Fiber Press
& Studio; 6o4 1st Ave. East; Albany, Oregon
97321 1-541-917-3251 website 0506 |
Jane
Stafford Textiles
The largest selection of yarns and equipment for
weavers in Western Canada. We are dealers
for Louet, Schacht, Harrisville, Leclerc.
A visit to our website provides entrance to a world
of yarn in an outstanding colour selection, always
in stock. British Mohair, Harrisville Shetland,
UKI mercerized cottons, Venne Cottolin, Silk City
Chenille and novelty yarns, 2/8 4/8 8/8 cottons,
Cotton boucle's, Henry's Attic yarns, Alpaca, Euroflax
Linens, GEMS Merino in 3 weights, Quebecoise 2 ply.
A wonderful selection of Kits for Chenille Scarves,
Stoles and Blankets, Mohair Blankets, Tea Towel
Kits. Workshops. Books. Looms
and a friendly voice at the end of a phone line.
Jane Stafford Textiles
142 Richard Flack Road
Salt Spring Island, BC
V8K 1N4
Phone/Fax: 250.537.9468
website
0905 |
Langley
Yarns & Crafts
I have owned and operated since 1983. We are
a dealer for Louet, Leclerc, Harrisville, (including
their children's looms) Ashford and Mirrix
Looms. We are also dealers for Ashford
& Louet spinning wheels and sell all equipment
for these companies. We have linens, cottons,
mohair, Opal, Harrisville Yarn, Fiesta Yarn, Henry's
Attic Yarn, Ashland Bay Fleece & New Zealand
Fleece. We carry weaving, spinning & knitting
books, Stef's Animals (sheep & sheep dogs
from England), Mitchells' Wool Fat Soap, Shampoo
and Cream (from England), Gloves in a Bottle (from
California). Hours By Appointment. Contact
by phone or email.
Aldergrove, BC, Canada V4W 1K1
604-856-3636
website
0405 |
Legacy
Studio
Legacy Studio offers Ashford Spinning wheels and
fibre for handspinning, with emphasis on Alberta
fibre. Local alpaca, mohair and various wools.
Handspun yarns available. Traditional rug
hooking supplies and original patterns. Mosaics
in stained-glass, tile and china. We are pleased
to offer the Roberta Electronic Spinner, a lovely,
crafted spinning wheel made in Australia.
We are located just outside of Calgary.
212 West Terrace Point
Cochrane, AB. T4C 1S1
866-932-0932 toll free
website
0506 |
Penelope
Fibre & Yarns
Brenda Glass-Alexander.
Penelope is a full service spinning and weaving supply company. We are dealers for Ashford, Leclerc, Louet, Harrisville and Schacht. We carry full lines of cotton (4/8, 2/8, 2/16, 3/2, 5/2, 10/2) linen (including Euroflax), cottolin, wool, chenille, tencel, bamboo, mohair. We carry yarns from Henry's Attic, Harrisville, Brassard, Louet (Gems Merino and pattern subscription service), Briggs & Little, Misti Alpaca, Quebecoise, Jamieson and Smith Cobweb, UKI, Silk City. We have an extensive inventory of spinning rovings and top from Ashland Bay (Merino, Merino/Tussah, Merino/Tencel, Cashmere, Falkland, Panda), Louet (Northern Lights, Soysilk, Bamboo, man-made fibres for blending), exotic fibres from Peace of Yarn including Mulberry Silk, Yak, Cashmere, Alpaca. Other fibres include Blue faced leicester, Coopworth, Shetland, local Romney and Angelina Fibre. We are the Canadian distributor for Fine Fibre Farms and carry greasy fleece and rovings: Romney, Corriedale, Polwarth and Merino. We have a large selection of books, magazines, dyes (Ashford, Gaywool) and equipment. Open by appointment, secure on-line ordering, fast shipping and great service. www.penelopefibrearts.com, 16055 8th Ave., Surrey, BC, V4A 1A1, (778)292-1282. On the White Rock/South Surrey Border.
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Shuttleworks Ltd.
Shuttleworks is a comprehensive source for weavers,
spinners, knitters, felters and other fiber artists.
We stock equipment (spinning wheels, looms, drum
carders, etc.), accessories, yarns, fibers, dyes,
books, videos and much more. Shuttleworks is located
on Highway 2, just a few minutes south of Calgary.
Stop by our web site for business hours, location
map, links to major suppliers, and other information.
De Winton (Calgary) Alberta, Canada
(403) 938-1099
website 0104 |
The
Thread Gatherer
We sell hand-dyed threads & ribbons for
embellishment and the needle arts. We offer
linen, silk-linen, wool-silk, silk chenille, exquisite
kid mohair, silk strandable floss, silk buttonhole
twist and ribbons. Larger quantities are
available for knitting or weaving by special order.
The Thread Gatherer, Inc.
Cecelia Stricklin
2108 Norcrest Drive Boise, ID 83705
(208) 387-2641
website 0104 |
Twist of Fate started out as a mail order and trade show business catering to spinners, weavers and knitters. In July of 2008 we moved from Calgary to Kamloops and opened a storefront location, but continue to do internet, mail order and trade show sales. A wide selection of spinning fibres from wool to alpaca, from silk to yak including a big selection of hand dyed and custom blended fibres. Twist of Fate also carries a beautiful selection of yarns for weaving and knitting, specializing in hand dyed silk blends, but carrying a little bit of everything.
Open Tuesday - Saturday 11-6.
Twist of Fate
Kamloops BC
250-434-6297
email -- Website |
The
Woodside Weaver
SUPPLIES: yarns, looms(Schacht, Harrisville,AVL);wheels,etc.
Yarns from major distributors at reasonable prices.
Kay Flynn
THE WOODSIDE WEAVER
60443 Woodside Lp
Bend, OR. 97702
(541)389-6473
email
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