Joan Sheridan-Teacher/Designer

Joan Sheridan-Teacher/Designer Joan Sheridan is a teacher, designer and fiber explorer. Crafts include: knitting, multi-shaft weavi

Sometimes we need a little humor. This comes from Michigan League of Handweavers MLH.
08/28/2026

Sometimes we need a little humor. This comes from Michigan League of Handweavers MLH.

A respite. I am on a respite after too many weeks of going, going, going. I am, in fact, an introvert. The water is my h...
08/24/2026

A respite. I am on a respite after too many weeks of going, going, going. I am, in fact, an introvert. The water is my happy place as is my photography. I share here photos I have taken in the last couple days at sunrise and sunset on a beach in Saginaw Bay. I grew up on the sunset side of Michigan. Here, we can see both! Short notes with the pictures.

Fear not ... work is definitely getting done. Magazine articles, classes scheduled that will soon populate our shop calendar, teaching positions at festivals applied for, lots of new heddles made with an inkle that will be warped, and plenty of research (that is reading knitting and weaving articles and books while cuddled on the couch). This is my perfect respite. Oh yes, and being with three friends who pull me from my computer and handwork to play games and laugh. Life is GOOD.

Just a reminder! Registration is open. These gatherings usually fill rapidly, so act now to ensure you can participate i...
08/22/2026

Just a reminder! Registration is open. These gatherings usually fill rapidly, so act now to ensure you can participate in this very cool conference where you get to geek out about weaving at all levels!

It’s off the loom! This wee little inkle weaves a very respectable band. At 13” inches long, give or take, it would make...
08/22/2026

It’s off the loom! This wee little inkle weaves a very respectable band. At 13” inches long, give or take, it would make a nice watchband, keychain … or … so fun! Thanks to weaver Jeff for this sweet gift.

Our 25th year vending at Michigan Fiber Festival was a success! Not only that, but we had such a good time. Notes with t...
08/17/2026

Our 25th year vending at Michigan Fiber Festival was a success! Not only that, but we had such a good time. Notes with the photos.

Yesterday was skein judging day at Michigan Fiber Festival. 58 very beautiful skeins. The new categories (in line with k...
08/16/2026

Yesterday was skein judging day at Michigan Fiber Festival. 58 very beautiful skeins. The new categories (in line with knitting yarn standard sizes) made judging much easier and, more equitable. Here are a few pictures and a couple stories with them.

I came across this UFO swatch this morning whilst looking for something else. I think I might have been planning for it ...
07/24/2026

I came across this UFO swatch this morning whilst looking for something else. I think I might have been planning for it to be a cardigan because it has stitches set aside for cutting (steeking), but it has been so long I don’t remember! That said, I do see potential so I will put it in the queue for future consideration.

07/21/2026

I am more than a little excited about this upcoming teaching opportunity. Check it out! No prior weaving experience necessary.



06/09/2026

Today was the second and final day of our learn to weave on the rigid heddle class. This short video makes me smile. It was a really nice group to work with.

Sleeping on it does help. Along with a tip or two from the instructor. Robbie LaFleur is a generous, easy to follow inst...
06/08/2026

Sleeping on it does help. Along with a tip or two from the instructor. Robbie LaFleur is a generous, easy to follow instructor and that helps a lot.

I “finalized” my design and have already deviated from it. I’ve included a photo of the cartoon and of how far I’ve gotten. I need to dig in my stash or order more greens to get the look I want. It’s always something. Hope my stash comes through!

This tapestry may take a while, but I’m good with that. It’s a bit large for the first time out, as Robbie gently pointed out as we were discussing design. I think I will squeeze in a smaller piece to practice before going full steam ahead!

The finished piece is one of Robbie’s. You can learn more in her Norwegian Textile Newsletter and in her blog. https://norwegiantextileletter.com/

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