July 25, 2023 - Author Patricia Bishop In May of 2022 I (Patricia) contacted Jennifer at NSCAD (Nova Scotia College of Art and Design) asking if there was a possible way to do a small project with a large box of linen and wool yarn that...
My Mom has been a crafter for as long as I can remember. She has made so many beautiful things over the years. My sisters and I of course got the benefit of her gift by joining along, learning and making. My youngest sister is...
For the past couple of weeks I have been diving back into fibre research and connections. I have reached out to people I have met, I have gone through notes I made over the past few years and I am actively diving into what we...
Hello Everyone. I guess it's about time I introduce myself. Hi! I am Sara. I started working at the fibre lab at the beginning of January, and it is a wonderful excuse for me to play with fibre every day! A bit about me, I am from Ontario. My husband...
Starting in 2016, TapRoot Fibre Lab launched a locally owned and operated mill to spin yarn from flax produced by TapRoot Farms and other local fibre farmers. Starting from scratch, we have employed local yarn expertise, enthusiasm, and knowledge to build a line of local...
We are so excited to launch our Community Shared Linen (CSL); an opportunity to support a localized small-scale textile industry from seed, to fibre, to final piece. Join us on this journey by investing in a year-long share of linen garments, accessories, and household items. Your...