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<\/a>Kathy Bachofer of Nature\u2019s Dye Studio, Allentown, PA<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Specializing in traditional fiber techniques including weaving and quilting using natural dyes.<\/p>\n Margit Braeunig of Highland Hills Farm, New Jersey\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 Braeunig raises alpacas and uses their wool to knit beautiful, warm gear to keep winter\u2019s chill away.<\/p>\n Emily Gargiulo of High Point Homestead, Kunkletown, PA\u00a0<\/strong>– Gargiulo creates beautiful yarns from the wool of angora rabbits.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Sarah Madden-Cox of Storms End Homestead,<\/strong>\u00a0Lehighton, PA\u00a0<\/em><\/strong>– Madden-Cox designs fun and creative fiber works including her scrappy pets collectibles, upcycled dream catchers and \u2018whatever bags.\u2019<\/p>\n Jennifer Larrabee of Jeneric Bags, New York<\/strong>\u00a0– Larrabee is a gifted quilter who utilizes bright colors to create dynamic works of art.<\/p>\n Lisa Micheels of Very Eclectic, Massachusetts<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Creates stunning scarves, buttons and fabric flowers.<\/p>\n Watching artists create their own yarns and products has always been a staple of the Lehigh Valley Fiber Festival and this year is no exception. Attendees can observe spinning demonstrations, metalworking and learn directly from farmers who raise the sheep and alpacas that provide the yarns available at the festival. Whether you are new to the fiber arts, or you\u2019ve been enjoying them for years, this is an opportunity to discover tips and techniques for knitting, crocheting, weaving, spinning, paper quilling, latch hooking, quilting, sewing and more.<\/p>\n Other highlights of the 2021 Lehigh Valley Fiber Festival include food provided by Girl Scout Troop 6030 of New Tripoli and the return of the Stash Bash, where attendees can donate yarn that will be transformed into hats, gloves and blankets for local veterans, persons experiencing housing and food insecurity, cancer patients and others in need. This year\u2019s community partner is the Lehigh Valley Chapter of Pink Heals, the nonprofit that supports\u00a0people in our community who are affected by health issues by supporting local fundraising efforts and providing home visits.<\/p>\n The Lehigh Valley Fiber Festival is free to attend. Please note that the festival will follow any recommended state COVID-19 guidelines in place at the time of the event. Festival hours are Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., and Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. For more information, visit\u00a0lvfiberfest.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Information provided to TVL on behalf of Lehigh Valley Fiber Festival by:<\/p>\n Mark Demko<\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Almost 50 artists representing the full spectrum of the fiber arts, hands-on demonstrations, food and more highlight the return of the Lehigh Valley Fiber Festival Sept. 11-12 at Macungie Memorial Park, 50 Poplar St., Macungie. The free festival, which draws 5,000 people annually, is designed for serious artists and new hobbyists alike, with something … Continue reading POPULAR LEHIGH VALLEY FIBER FESTIVAL RETURNS TO MACUNGIE SEPT. 11-12<\/span> <\/a><\/a><\/a><\/p>\n
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