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Hello, I'm Lorna. I'm a knitter, sewist and natural dyer living in the West of the UK. I'm passionate about working with natural fibres, and I dye 100% woollen yarns with plants - mostly from my garden and allotment.


I also design folk-inspired knitting and sewing patterns, and run workshops to help others to build confidence with thoughtfully creating their own clothes. 

Why I started Thread and Yarn

Nothing I saw in the shops felt like me - it seemed disconnected from my life. My clothes need to be practical, but also make me feel excited! I'm inspired by the land around me, with a little bit of folklore worked in too. 


I want to share my passion for thoughtful making - creating quality garments that value natural resources and avoid overconsumption. 


If you want to build confidence with sewing and make your own beautiful, practical clothes, have a look at my patterns or consider joining me for a retreat or workshop here in Stroud.

Naturally dyed yarn

I dye 100% wool yarn with natural ingredients, using sustainable methods.


The yarns are beautiful and robust. I hope you'll like them as much as I do, and treasure your makes for years to come. They've been chosen and designed with practical use in mind.


Find out more about my process, bases and colourways on my yarn.

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Fibre Valley Art

Some of you might know me from Fibre Valley Art.

 

I'm also an illustrator, and I love to paint scenes of knitting, sewing and quilting. 


I create cosy illustrations inspired by fibre and the beautiful Stroud valleys, and print them onto r


You can find my cards, prints and stationery in my Fibre Valley Art Etsy shop.

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