The Roving Yarn

Here you will find articles, videos, interviews, and photography all about the incredible fibers that weave together our world. Sometimes the person sharing the stories will be me, Alexis, and other times it will be an exceptionally talented guest author. Enjoy yourself as you cast on, weave in, or drop your hook into these fabulous yarns!

Roving

Noun: A long thin strand of wool, cotton, fiberglass, etc., drawn out and slightly twisted in preparation for spinning. Oxford English Dictionary

Adjective: Esp. of a person or animal: that travels from place to place without fixed route or destination; wandering, roaming; nomadic. Oxford English Dictionary

Yarn

Noun: Originally, spun fibre, as of cotton, silk, wool, flax; now, usually, fibre spun and prepared for use in weaving, knitting, the manufacture of sewing-thread. Oxford English Dictionary

Verb: To ‘spin a yarn’, tell a story; also, to chat or talk. Oxford English Dictionary

United Kingdom

By Alexis Kavros of Remy A Crafty Hedgehog

In the Summer of 2024 I was fortunate enough to visit England and Wales. While I roved through these countries (wrapped in my own woolen cardigan!) I was able to spend some time learning about some unique textiles and traditions. - Alexis

Alaska and Canada

By Gabby A. of Hello Gabby

Ahoy, fellow crochet enthusiasts! Grab your hooks and settle in, because I’m about to take you on a vibrant journey through my August 2024 cruise to the breathtaking landscapes of Alaska and Canada featuring some spectacular stops that any fiber fanatic would drool over. - Gabby

Coming Soon - Italy

By Brandy Delatorre

Weave in to hear from guest writer Brandy Delatorre about her experiences in Italy as she explored rich textiles, abundant history and yarn shops bursting with cashmere!

Coming Soon - CDMX

By Alexis Kavros

Coming soon the fiberous world of CDMX! This fall cast on to learn about some of amazing fiberous facts about textile arts in Mexico City.

Coming Soon - Anchorage

By Alexis Kavros

Coming soon the textile world of Anchorage, Alaska.

In June of 2026 I'm hoping to attend the Aleutian Pribilof Islands Association (APIA) Culture Camp at the Unangam Ulaa (the Home of the Aleuts) central headquarters in Anchorage, Alaska.

Would You Like to Be Featured on the Roving Yarn?

I want to get as many unique voices involved to help weave this tapestry and there are more places in the world than this one person can rove to! So if you have something to share reach out and I would love to work with you!

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