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Choosing the right yarn for your project / choosing the right project for your yarn with Julie Asselin
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Join us for an inspiring online talk with yarn dyer and textile artisan Julie Asselin, as we explore the delicate balance between yarn and project choice.
When and where: December 5, 2025 | 3 pm ET (12 pm PDT) | Beehive Wool Shop YouTube channel and Instagram
Together we will dive into what makes any yarn bases unique. Fiber content, plies and construction, twist all affect the final fabric they produce. How to pick the right yarn for your project ? or the right project for your yarn ? How to make the yarn behave the way we want to by choosing the right needle size for different fabric rendition and how different fiber blend are more appropriate for certain type of garment or drape. Lets add to your makers toolbox so you can pick yarns with confidence to make your dream project come true!
About Julie Asselin
Julie Asselin is a Canadian yarn dyer and textile artisan based in Sherbrooke, Québec. Together with her partner Jean-François, she has been creating hand-dyed yarns since 2011 under the label Julie Asselin Yarns. Their work focuses on responsible, local production and inspiring makers through colour, texture, and community. Known for beautifully curated palettes and thoughtful fibre blends, Julie’s yarns are designed to encourage creativity and confidence in every knitter.