A limited number of large foam pads are available at a discount. These particular pads have a cosmetic issue where some surfaces have a few larger pores caused by trapped bubbles when the foam was manufactured. The pads are still perfectly good for felting, but you may notice some small bubbles when the pad is viewed at an angle. Available while they last!
Fibrecraft.ca is open for online orders. I will remain open as long as shipping services are available.
Please note that local pickup is not available.
Despite the state of the outside world, I remain well and continue to ship orders. Canada Post sent a message to customers last night that they are suspending their delivery guarantees. I will continue to ship via Canada Post and apologize in advance should your package be delayed.
As a result of potential impacts related to our local facilities and air transportation, we are letting you know that effective today (March 18) Canada Post will be suspending our On-time Delivery Guarantees for all parcel services, until further notice. This means that some residents and businesses may begin to experience slower than normal delivery times.
I hope you are well and have an opportunity to relax with your fibre art projects!
Best wishes,
Saira
This is a still life felting project I worked on during the autumn of 2018. I assembled this picture using a combination of wet felting, needle felting, as well as hand and free motion embroidery. I’m often asked what different fibres can be used for, so I though I’d share some of the materials used in this project.
A – This project started with a background made from natural white Merino pre-felt that was slightly larger than the finished picture.
B – The vase along with the flowers and leaves are made from Merino roving which has been blended to provide some shading and depth. Using multiple colours and densities of fibre help prevent flat looking areas of solid colour.
C – Strands of banana silk fibres in a complimentary colour were added to the table surface to make it more interesting.
D – Recycled silk fibres help in adding texture to the surface and add some eye catching sparkle.
E – Loose locks add a decorative spray from the bouquet, like decorative twigs or sprigs of leaves.
F – Clusters of wool nepps and small pieces of wool locks add areas of interest like babies breath or willow buds.
G – Throughout the picture machine embroidery with cotton thread is used to darken the shadows and to help define other areas.
H – Chunks of tightly wound banana silk fibres provide the finest details in the smaller flower clusters.
I – Bright embroidery floss stitched by hand are used to create eye catching highlights.
Which fibres or embellishments will you try in your next project? As always, please let me know if you have any questions about our materials or need advice on how to use them.
Due to inclement weather I will not be dropping orders at the post office today. I am packaging orders and will drop them on the next run tomorrow.
I hope everyone is staying warm and safe!
Fibrecraft is taking part in the 2019 Twist Fibre Festival which takes place this coming weekend in Saint-André-Avellin, Québec. Please note that orders placed after 21:00 EDT on August 14th, 2019 will be shipped on Monday, August 19th, 2019. I hope to see you at the festival!
Best wishes,
Saira
I hope everyone is having a wonderful holiday season and I wish everyone a very happy, healthy, and creative 2019!
Please note that the Post Office is closed on the following days:
Orders place on these dates will be prepared and dropped off once the Post Office re-opens.
Best Wishes!
Saira
Update: Canada Post has cancelled their Holiday delivery guarantee. I will continue to ship via Canada Post because its the only cost-effective option for most Canadians, but please understand that packages may arrive after Christmas. I am offering UPS and FedEx ground options as well.
Important Canada Post shipping deadlines are quickly approaching for those looking to purchase items and receive them before the holidays.
You can find the key shipping dates below. I will continue to ship through the holidays, except when the post office is closed, for all other orders as they arrive.
Orders shipped by UPS must be received by 3:00 PM on December 19th, 2018.
Orders shipped by FedEx must be received by 3:00 PM on December 19th, 2018.
If you have any questions, please get in touch!
Fibrecraft is travelling to the Woodstock Fleece Festival this weekend.
You can visit me at my booth on Saturday, October 13th, 2018 between 9 AM and 5 PM.
We are accepting orders through the website, however, orders placed after 7 PM EST on October 11th will ship on Monday, October 15th.
I hope to see you there!
Fibrecraft is travelling to Almonte, ON to participate in the 2018 Almonte Fibrefest.
The festival takes place this weekend from September 8th to the September 9th.
Orders placed after 7:00 PM EST on Thursday, September 6th will be processed on Monday, September 10th, when normal shipping resumes.
Thank you for visiting my store! I am working hard to create a retail experience that is fast, efficient and secure, full of colourful felting and fibre art materials. Whether you are a discerning fibre artist or just starting out, we have a selection of quality, tested products to encourage your creative expression. I hope you to enjoy using these products as much as I do.
