||Home | It took Mom, Lisa Kokes, awhile to get this sweater knit for Gwen, from the looks of the sweater and Gwens' happy face it was worth it. Gwen likes the pattern because it reminds her of a baseball jacket. Bet she likes it even more knowing it can't be duplicated. We still have the locally designed pattern,"Child's Honey-Check Cardigan. |
 | Erin Strauch of Calif. shared pictures of the felted baby booties using Marr Haven yarn and a Fiber Trends pattern. Erin wrote, "the booties are quick and fun to knit. As always, using your yarn is a pleasure to work with, and more booties are in progress." We appreciate her compliment and sharing the pictures. |
 | The Bonnie Jean Pullover knit by Bonnie Sanford of Meadowsweet Farm in PA. in Marr Haven Burgundy Heather. She is a custom knitter, looks like she added some length to this pattern for her customer; very nicely done. |
 | You may guess Sue Gibbs is a teacher by the attractive art work displayed behind her afghan. Knitting is one of her hobbies, she knit the Counting Sheep Afghan with the main color of Light Grey; the sheep are knit in Natural with feet and head in Medium Grey. This is a double strand pattern so when you snuggle under this beautiful knitted afghan you won't count sheep for long. |
 | Ann
and Bruce Niemi own Kessenich Looms in Allegan, Michigan. Ann designed this traditional
twill plaid blanket for her Mother and Mother-in-law. It is a repeating sequence
that she wove on one of the looms Bruce built. She used Marr Haven Green Heather
and Lilac Heather with a handspun medium grey. See the beautiful Kessenich Looms made in Allegan. |
 | Grace Strong uses her Norwegian heritage for many designs. She says, "This is a traditional folk style; historically, it was a man's work shirt. It is a loose fitting, comfortable garment that is knit sideways and put together with "wrong" side out. There is no ribbing. The natural tendency of knitting to roll forms soft edges on the neckline, cuffs, and bottom edge. A sample of her classic knit designs can be seen at Custom Knitters page. |
 | Elly and knit horseElly is a third grader in Maryland. She had a school project to read a how-to book, learn how to do "it" and then teach others in her class. She read the Kids Knit Book and knit the horse she is holding. She certainly deserved a top grade for her fine finished project. We met Elly at the Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival and found she is as cute as she is talented. |
Not all Marr Haven customers work with yarn. To honor a friend, Leone Whittum of Michigan, a talented poet. She wrote a poem for us after her first visit to our farm shop. We hope you enjoy it as much as we have and will continue to remember her.
 | Kathy Riggs of Michigan crocheted this sweater with Marr Haven worsted weight in Light Grey for her husband. She said "it looks and fits beautiful". We think he is a lucky husband. |
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While Margaret Deckard of Iowa is knitting, husband Bill Deckard makes beautiful
outdoor decorations for their home. Look closely, he has two sheep resting in
the snow, maybe one is a replica of a Marr Haven ewe. Bill was busy again! How great to be able to decorate for the holidays. The neighbors must enjoy his work as much as we do. On the right are his Easter creations. |   |
 | A very thoughtful lady, Jovita Allen of California, also a very talented knitter, knit the slipper sox to the left. Click here, slipper sox soles, to read more and order the the soles with patterns. |
| Another talented family member from Wyoming is Sally Kaiser. Here are pictures of one of her projects, a very intricate lace shawl knit in Light Heather sport weight. The shawl and model (Sara) are beautiful. |  |  |
 | Mary
Winkler of Indiana makes Heirloom Father Christmas dolls. Some of the furs and
jewels may come from the family that has ordered the doll. She is using our merino
rambouillet natural roving for their beards. Mary was willing to send me photos of several of her completed Father Christmas and I had a difficult time choosing one to share with you. She explained they are all sold as soon as they are finished, it is easy to see why. If you are interested in one for your family, let me know and we can see if Mary's schedule is full. |