Nalbinding Nalbinding is generally worked as you go along, measuring the circumference of your head, your foot, your hand, and trying it on as you go. The size and number of stitches […]
Nalbinding Patterns
Paivi Suomi
I've had an interest in weaving, looms, yarns and textiles since I was a small child. I learned to knit, crochet, sew, do needlepoint at my mother's knee. My grandmother was a Saami from northern Norway. I am very interested in studying more about traditional Saami and Finnish style weaving and handicrafts.
Paivi Suomi
Breast Cancer: Piece of Celery
Being of Finnish/Saami origin, I am a great coffee lover. When I first got home from the hospital after having breast cancer surgery my husband offered to make me a lovely latte. […]
Breast Cancer: Armus The Evil Villain
Every evil cancer must have a name. I called mine ‘Armus’ ‘You say you are true evil. I say what true evil is – it is to submit to you. It is […]
My Life with Cancer
My Dear Fibre Friends,It is difficult to write this but I feel that I must share my experiences as part of my healing process. In early July, I found a lump and […]
Fish Tanning
I have been working with reindeer leather for the past year or so, hand stitching and making small bags, purses and pouches. My interest in reindeer leather began when I decided I […]
Aclla
Among the ancient Inca, the Aclla Cuna or Virgins of the Sun were selected from girls aged 8-10 who had special beauty. They spent their lives in temple convents and prepared food, […]
