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eleanor.shadow

Fibre Artist, Indie Dyer, conjurer of fluff. #eleanorshadow

Everyone has their own method. I love seeing how o

Everyone has their own method. I love seeing how other makers interpret nature and translate it into art. This is how I chose to mimic the bottom bit of the toadstool, all bunched and cute.
There’s still lots to do but I’m happy with the progress. It’s also helping me keep my mind off the new Covid restrictions, which are playing havoc with my brain. Ah, well, this shall pass.
How are you feeling, friend? How are you coping? It’s ok if you’re not ok. It’s ok to take the time to breathe and settle your brain however you can. We’re in this together ❤️
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#eleanorshadow #toadstoolsculpture #woolsculpture #mixedmediaart #woollove #teastained #toadstool

Ah, hand spun yarn, you’ve so much character! Al

Ah, hand spun yarn, you’ve so much character! All she needs now is a relaxing bath and once she’s dry I’ll know how many yards I got on this merino and silk beauty ❤️
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#eleanorshadow #handspunyarn #chainplied #ispinsoidontkillpeople #merinosilkyarn #handspun #woolyarn #handmadeyarn #madewithwool #spinning #spinningwool #spinningwheel

Today’s sexy #bobbin shot. I think I’m keeping

Today’s sexy #bobbin shot. I think I’m keeping this as a singles yarn 🥰 Swipe to see the art batt this came from!
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#eleanorshadow #artbatt #handspunyarn #bobbinshot #wooleewinder #singlesyarn #handmadewithwool #handmadefromwool

Getting a new batt made for more spinning. I’m o

Getting a new batt made for more spinning. I’m on a roll!

A looong time ago, I made little sculptures from w

A looong time ago, I made little sculptures from wool. I’ve been asked to create another one. I said yes because this might be the gateway to more needle felted dogs in the future...
Some of you have asked why I stopped making dogs. The truth is, I couldn’t sustain two different target markets in my tiny business, and the dogs took a really long time. I had to choose.
Wish me luck with the toadstool, who knows where this might take me!
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#eleanorshadow #needlefelted #madefromwool #handmadeuk #toadstool #mushroomart #mycelium

Sexy bobbin shot. This batt is all spun up! Now to

Sexy bobbin shot. This batt is all spun up! Now to rest it 48h so I can ply. Who else loves blue and yellow? 🙋‍♀️

As I sit on the sofa and spin, my fur baby keeps m

As I sit on the sofa and spin, my fur baby keeps me company. I looked at her and, sensing my eyes, Marshmallow uncurled just enough to show me her belly. Message received, time to pause and give pets 🥰
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#catstagram #catsofinstagram #catsofinsta #serengeticat #ilovemyfurbaby

Started spinning the batt I showed you a couple of

Started spinning the batt I showed you a couple of posts ago. It drafts like a dream! I’m planning to add a few hand spun yarns to the shop and this has been an excellent start. What are you up to today?
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#eleanorshadow #spinnersofinstagram #yarnspinning #artbatt #ispinsoidontkillpeople #spinningwheel #handspunyarn #handspunyarnlover #handspunwool #artyarn

This girl 😍 She lived in my studio almost exclu

This girl 😍 She lived in my studio almost exclusively for a year until she felt brave enough to occupy more spaces. Then she started asking for more attention, and now she follows me so she can nap nearby when I’m working.
I’m so proud of how Kenya gradually learned to trust more and how often she now deploys her Purr Machine. I also love that she usually looks surprised at everything 😆#catstagram #catsofig #blackcatsruletheworld #ilovemycat

My poor cacti were struggling to stay in their tin

My poor cacti were struggling to stay in their tiny pots, so as a treat to them (and me) I got them new ones. Then it’s back to work. What are you doing today?
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#eleanorshadow #cactuslover #repottingcactus #repottingplants

Finishing a face covering to send ASAP for a lovel

Finishing a face covering to send ASAP for a lovely customer! We’re going to need extra with the upcoming lockdown...
If you’re struggling with the new isolating measures, know that you’re not alone. I’m trying to concentrate on one day at a time. We got this! 🖤
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#eleanorshadow #facecovering #handmadefacemask #handmadefacecovering #staysafe #clothmask #indiebusiness #smalbiz #smallbusinessuk

In my last post, I mentioned my love for hand spun

In my last post, I mentioned my love for hand spun yarn... and that kindled a need for spinning! I created this batt for myself but I’ll be making more soon for you 🥰
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#eleanorshadow #artbatt #spinningyarn #ispinsoidontkillpeople #wool #madewithwool #woolbatt #artyarn #artyarnspinning

Hand spun yarn is magical. It has a life and varia

Hand spun yarn is magical. It has a life and variation that commercial yarn can’t match, and I love it dearly.
This was spun out of organic 23 micron merino, such a soft skein ❤️ 443 yards of fingering weight 2-ply yarn.
You’re welcome to save me from listing it in the shop 😬 £16 plus £2 UK postage and it’s yours! PM me or let me know in the comments 😀
Have a superb day!

‘Tis my birthday today! I knew it’d be a meh d

‘Tis my birthday today! I knew it’d be a meh day weather-wise, so we did a little pre-celebration by going to the Botanic Gardens light show. It was fun!

This signals the end of my break, tomorrow it’s back to work. Get ready for more consistent posting 😅 #christmasatthebotanics

It’s snowed again! People told us we’d never g

It’s snowed again! People told us we’d never get it living by the sea but I guess they were wrong. The first pic was taken on the beach, the other on our way there 😆

That sums it up, really 😅 Celebrate responsibly

That sums it up, really 😅 Celebrate responsibly and here’s to a better 365 days ahead!

Let the gluttony begin! We have chocolate, scones

Let the gluttony begin! We have chocolate, scones and some traditional southern Portuguese marzipan sweets. How’s your Christmas Eve going?
I won’t be seeing my family or friends this year, but loved ones are always in my heart (that means *you* too 🥰) Wishing you a lovely celebration season ❤️

Look what I got from @hevs_fibre_fun today! It’s

Look what I got from @hevs_fibre_fun today! It’s so pretty, Heather. Thank you!! ❤️🥰😘

Tree, check. Scant decorations, check. Fake firepl

Tree, check. Scant decorations, check. Fake fireplace, check. Ah, I feel the Christmas spirit already ❤️

Taking a social media break... not the best time f

Taking a social media break... not the best time for it business-wise, but my mental health comes first. It’s done me a world of good 🥰
In the meantime, what do we think of my new @sondeflor linen shirt? Love, love, love how soft it is, love the Peter Pan collar, and it’s surprisingly cozy.
Off I go now to enjoy some sewing. More woolly shenanigans soon ❤️ #sondeflorpeterpancollarshirt #lovelinen #smallbusinesssupport

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