Journal

Notes from the atelier

Field notes on chiengora, the craft of spinning, and the quiet arithmetic of renewal.

July 13, 2026
How a scarf is spun
From washing to finishing, the five stages that turn shed companion strands and wool into a woven scarf, and why each step matters to warmth and shape.
July 13, 2026
The numbers of renewal
The quiet arithmetic of upcycling shed pet hair: how much a coat gives in a year, how much one scarf asks for, and what a single object renews.
July 13, 2026
What is chiengora?
Chiengora is yarn spun from naturally shed dog hair. A field guide to its history, how it compares with sheep wool and angora, and why spinners blend it.