Ex Libris Fibers

Ex Libris is a Latin phrase often found on bookplates that translates to “From the Library.”  Ex Libris Fibers hand dyed yarns are bookish, moody, atmospheric, sometimes spooky and commonly vintage-reminiscent. I hope that working with them will bring you joy and remind you of your favorite stories – or help you to tell your own fiber stories.

Based in Pittsburgh, all yarn is dyed in small batches in a slow and thoughtful process. This year a selection of hand-stitched/hand-dyed yarn accessories, fiber arts notions, and hand dyed yarn will return to Handmade Arcade — as well as beginning knitting and dyeing kits!

Many of the colorways I dye are inspired by stories and libraries, guided by a background in art and libraries and a desire to amplify stories that need to be shared more widely. With these remarkable colors you may learn something new while slowly creating a treasured, customized garment.  Undyed yarns are sourced from regional mills and U.S. ranches when possible, or come from a South American OEKO-TEX certified mill that uses solar power, recycled nylon for sock yarn, and practices fair labor.