Lovely, isn’t it? The booklet has a sewn binding, and I wouldn’t be surprised if someone has spent many hours lovingly sewing every single copy by hand.
And this is just the beginning. There is now a series of baby blankets underway, and there are plans for a new spinning mill in the North of Friesland, a rug weaving studio in the Frisian capital Leeuwarden, as well as noises about similar groups in other parts of the country.
The initiative is called Pleed. (That is how the word ‘plaid’ in the meaning of throw or blanket is pronounced in Dutch.) If you’d like to know more, please visit the website (in Dutch, but with interesting photos and videos). More information about the Wool Rescue Handbook can be found here. Send them an e-mail if you’d like to order a copy.
I’m in awe of the energy and productivity of these people. I’ve never spun a blanket quantity of yarn. What I spin is a sweater quantity at most, and often even less to make a shawl or wrap.
Interesting reading! I believe there is a similar movement here in Sweden also to rescue Swedish wool. But I think we still have at least one commercial spinning mill left. Ha! Must investigate this.
Could it be Ullcentrum? I’ve seen some wool from them, but am not sure if they have their own spinning mill or have their wool spun elsewhere.
Would you perhaps know the name of the movement in Sweden? It would be nice to contact them. Best wishes, Dorine from Pleed
I did some quick research. Östergötlands ullspinneri and Båvens ull both seem to be operating mills.
There is a homepage only in Swedish alas called Ullförmedlingen with more info.
I think there are some spinning mills in Norway also but I am not sure.
This is so interesting, Marijke. And though I can’t read Dutch the graphics and photos are informative. Avoiding waste is good! I’m off to explore the internet for more information about wool rescuing!
It’s good to hear that it was interesting for you. Are you a spinner too?
Thanks – so very interesting.
It’s always good to see you here. Thank you for reading.
Hi, Dorine from Pleed here. Thank you Marijke for your wonderful review!
And others: thank you for your interest in Pleed. We will post some information in English on our website. There are some short videos with English subtitles -> https://www.pleed.nl/wol-waarde-werk/
Hi Dorine. Glad I’m able to support your wonderful initiative in a small way.