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In this episode of the SweetGeorgia show, we kick off the new season with David Giles from Daedalus Spinning Wheels. David shares the story of how Daedalus Spinning Wheels began and how a blend of engineering, curiosity, and care for makers led to a fresh approach to spinning technology. He also shares about the newest addition to their flock, the Dove e-Spinner.

A Bit About David:
Daedalus Spinning Wheels is owned and operated by Dave and Rebecca Giles. Founded in 2018, the business grew out of their dye studio, Spotted Ewe Fibers, when Rebecca began spinning her own yarn. Dave soon found himself drawn to the mechanics behind handspinning and brought his engineering background into the studio, designing e-Spinners that feel light, responsive, and intuitive to use.

What started with the Blackbird e-Spinner quickly grew into a full lineup of electric wheels and tools, all shaped by their connections with the spinning community. Dave and Rebecca continue to listen, refine, and imagine what will come next!

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In this episode of The SweetGeorgia Show, Felicia Lo speaks with Heavenly Bresser, an accomplished fibre artist known for her expertise in spinning, knitting, and teaching. They discuss Heavenly's creative journey, the importance of community in fibre arts, and her passion for restoring spinning wheels. Heavenly shares her experiences in teaching and the joy of experimentation in crafting, as well as her strategies for balancing her artistic pursuits with family life. The conversation highlights the vibrant world of fibre arts and the connections that inspire creativity.

Takeaways:

• Heavenly explains the origin of her business name, Heavenly Knitchet.
• Heavenly shares her honest initial struggles with a drop spindle, including wrist pain and compacted fibre.
• A turning point in Heavenly's journey was finding a local guild.
• She details her process of restoring antique wheels, which involves everything from replacing leather treadle straps to using a wood lathe to recreate missing parts.
• Heavenly reveals she is currently building her own Charkha.
• She offers unique one-on-one clinics to help students overcome specific hurdles, whether they want to learn to spin bulky yarn or master a long draw.
• To juggle raising a family, teaching, and restoring wheels, Heavenly uses a "patchwork" approach.
• Throughout the episode, Heavenly embodies a growth mindset: "I don't know how to do this yet, but I can learn."

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In this episode of The SweetGeorgia Show, host Felicia welcomes Grayson Erlbacher, the general manager of Erlbacher Knitting Machines. They discuss the vibrant community surrounding circular sock knitting, the importance of events like the crank-in, and the history and evolution of knitting machines. Grayson shares insights into the company's journey, the significance of fostering a supportive environment for knitters, and the future of machine knitting. The conversation highlights the blend of craftsmanship and community in the fibre arts world.

Takeaways

• The crank-in experience fosters community and connection among knitters.
• Erlbacher Knitting Machines emphasizes a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere at events.
• Understanding the manufacturing process enhances appreciation for knitting machines.
• Community feedback is crucial for improving events and experiences.
• The history of knitting machines is rich and tied to significant historical events.
• Grayson transitioned from nursing to managing a family business in knitting machines.
• The company has seen a rise in younger knitters interested in machine knitting.
• Crafting has become a lucrative market compared to traditional industries.
• Erlbacher Knitting Machines focuses on customer satisfaction and support.