I just took some new pictures of my shop. The Grand Opening is today. I’m so out of the way that I don’t expect that many people. Mostly I want people who love to felt to know about my shop. I’ve already met some really cool people. Go to http://blogtheblacksheep.wordpress.com to see more about the shop.

This is the front door to The Black Sheep

Been Really Busy

Okay, I have the perfect excuse for not posting anything in such a long time: I quit my job at the Art Institute, bought a house with room for a store and studio, and moved into my new house. I’ve been preparing the studio for a classroom to teach in, and preparing the store. For the classroom I ripped up the old rug and put down those peel and stick tiles; I built two 8′x4′ tables for my students (and me) to use;

One of the 8' Tables

I painted one of the closet doors with chalkboard paint, and the other door I covered with cork for a bulletin board.

Corkboard and chalkboard doors

In the store I painted furniture and walls, put up shelves,

and put in a new outside door.

My new door, not quite finished yet

I’ve started a new blog just for the business, which is called “The Black Sheep”. Soon you’ll be able to see all my progress on that blog: http://blogtheblacksheep.wordpress.com/

The New Hampshire Sheep & Wool Growers’ Association

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I watched a sheep being stripped of her wool coat. I think she enjoyed getting the heavy wool off her back. Rate this:

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New Hampshire Sheep & Wool Festival 2011

We went to the festival on Saturday. I was in fiber heaven! I purchased some Merino batt and I’m anxious to try it. There was so much to see, and so many vendors to visit. I learned a few things about wool, and felting, and I think I found a good source for good Merino batt.

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A show I did recently. In the center of the photo is my collage “Random Thoughts”. Rate this:

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Quiltmakers Retreat-Kennebunkport, ME

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Here are some pictures of the quiltmakers (Stitch n’ Bitch) retreat. We had lots of fun. I made more felted “critters”. Rate this:

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Feltmakers Short 2 Minute Survey

If you are from New Hampshire, would you please take this survey? There is no way I can tell who people are, or what people are answering. There are just a few quick-to-answer questions.

Just click on the link: CLICK HERE

Thank you!

jane

Twitch 1995 – 2011

I lost Twitchy today. He was the best. He lived a long and happy life. He fetched toys, he was sweet, and he read Stephen King. I loved him. Good bye Twitchy.

Orbs Within Orbs

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Orbs within orbs of felted wool fiber. I made these orbs by wetting and working wool fibers until they turned into felt. I shaped the orbs individually, inserting one into the other to create this sculpture. There are five orbs. … Continue reading →

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Baby its cold outside!

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Look at the winter wonderland at my house. This was a few days ago. Rate this:

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Pillow made from recycled coffee bean bag

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I found a source for coffee bean bags and made this pillow from the fabric. It’s got such a nice texture and it softened up really nice in the wash. The back of the pillow is a chocolate brown linen. … Continue reading →

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I re-found my love of textiles

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Take a look at some of my critters made from needle felting: Rate this:

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This is Murray the Cockatiel

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Ok, I know this has nothing to do with artwork, but isn’t he so cute? He was helping me type. He can type one letter per minute! Rate this:

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How to make Lavender Clothes Dryer Sachets

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I love these lavender clothes dryer sachets. Throw one in your dryer and a delicate scent of lavender permeates your clothes. They’re really easy to make. I sell them through my direct sales business, House Calls. I thought I’d share … Continue reading →

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I sell my artwork through House Calls Art Shows

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Take a look at the website http://HouseCallsArtShows.com Visit the House Calls blog at http://HouseCallsArtShows.wordpress.com Rate this:

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This is the setup I did in Beverly, MA

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You can purchase these items in my Etsy store at www.janeleblanc.etsy.com Rate this:

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Another Holiday fair

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New Hampshire Institute of Art Artists- We are going to be doing the Holiday Biz-Art Sale and Party this year at the studios at Langer Place. Details: When: Sunday November 28 at 1 pm Where: 51 South Commercial Street (Langer … Continue reading →

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Holiday Craft Market

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This will be my next art fair: The Holiday Craft Market When: November 13, 2010 Time: 11:00-3:00pm Where: 17 Hull Street, Beverly, MA Visit: http://www.facebook.com/#!/HolidayCraftMarket Rate this:

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ProPay

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I was having problems trying to transfer my funds into my bank account. But I found the problem was that I was trying to generate my reports through FireFox. I had to open my ProPay through Internet Explorer and then … Continue reading →

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Yuletide Fair

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The 33th Annual Yuletide Fair When: Saturday, November 20, 2010 Where: Exeter, NH More information soon. Rate this:

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