Some words for thought. After reading an upsetting story about an racial incident that happened in a neighborhood close to mine, I came across these words: "Do not be daunted by the enormity of the world’s grief. Do justly now. Love mercy now. Walk humbly now. You are not obligated to complete the work, but neither are you free to abandon it."

Amazing photos of men in the 1950's spinning (rope?) - NPS - Boston Museum https://www.nps.gov/media/photo/gallery.htm?id=EDBE3B01-155D-451F-67CE3D27927D7C1D

I've been doing a bit of work with Barbie sized dolls and I found this Scale Conversion Calculator so that I could calculate 1:6 scale. I Found out that a standard doorway is 6'8", or 80". Using the Scale Conversion Calculator I found out that a standard door in 1:6 scale is 13.33" tall. Unfortunately, the scrapbook paper I have been using for the room walls is 12"x 12".

My friend, Donna, and I just got back from a Burnley & Trowbridge 18th Century sewing workshop: “Turn Thy Hand to Sewing” An Introduction to 18th Century Sewing & Construction Techniques A Hands On Workshop Friday Afternoon Feb. 16th , Saturday Feb. 17th & Sunday Feb 18th , 2018 It was amazing. We learned all of the hand stitches for a late 18th Century petticoat and shift, including stroke pleating. Donna and I stayed up past 1 am doing our homework on Saturday night. If you take a B&T workshop and forget anything, Jim runs a mini shop at the workshop. Also, there is a Joann Fabrics 10 minutes away.

Here is a photo of Angela Burnley fitting my sleeve. Photo by Donna.

Here is the Sunday afternoon group photo showing off all of our work.

Yes! You can wash your wool!

Wool is a wonderful natural fiber. One question I get during spinning demos is "How do I wash my wool?" Here is a good article with solid info.

Unicorn Fibre Wash and Beyond Fibre Wash

This is my favorite product for cleaning wool and other delicate fabrics. They have information on how to use their products here.