Sunday, April 12, 2009

Springtime in Skowhegan

Spring has sprung and we all know it! Mud Season is finally going away. Crocus are up and summer has to be around the corner. Despite the eagerly anticipated short warm season there is still a nip in the air, especially at night. River Roads Artisans Gallery has a great selection of handknit, handfelted and handwoven sweaters, jackets, ponchos and other keep yourself toasty items.

Sama Lawrence of Albion uses only the finest woolen yarns in her handknit creations. She creates heirloom pieces from the toddlers to adults. Colorways range from subdued to crayon bright.

handknit sweater maine

Meredith Tipton creativity flows in the direction of handfelting and embellishment. She has taken famous maker wool sweaters that are no longer in use and repurposed them with a fashionable twist. Handfelting the old into brand new classic beauties embellished with vintage buttons, trims and hand embroidery. Everybody raves about the warmth and durability of felted wool. Now it comes in an elegant day to evening package.

meredith tipton handfelted river roads gallery

Susan Blaisdell of Skowhegan Handwoven has joined us with a yummy selection of handwoven tops and rugs. Please stop by and maybe find something for yourself, your wish list or someone you love.