My mom, Bjørg Rodny Jørgensen. Born in 1923 in the far north of Norway (69 degrees N) on the island of Grytøy, learned to knit and felt and make clothes that would keep the family warm. She married my dad, Werner, from the neighboring island of Sandsøy. That's where they settled and where I grew up. She encouraged me to try new things and always helped when she could.
Åse Alstadseter, my elementary school fiber arts teacher, would always let us do complicated projects - if she thought we could handle it. It made me try new techniques and not be afraid of trying complicated projects at a very early age. Thank you, Åse!
**Jennifer Hansen “The Stitch Diva” is not afraid of trying something new from anywhere in the world. Check out patterns, yarns and ideas at her website: https://www.stitchdiva.com
**Karin Skacel http://www.skacelknitting.com and
**Judy Pascale http://www.judypascale.com
have taught me tons about felting – and have been an inspiration for years.
