In this issue you will find a guide to the fall wool and sheep festivals in the U.S., as well as our third annual Fiber Resource Directory. We present you with a sewing and crochet project by Linda Permann, showing you how to turn ordinary tablecloths and napkins into festive and elegant tableware, by quilting and crocheting the edges with colorful cotton yarn. Also in this issue, a magnificent gnome pattern by The Puppenstube’s Christine Schreier, and an informative article on prefelt by Fiona Duthie. She provides step-by-step instructions on how to use prefelt and gives us beautiful projects for children and adults. The cover sweater, made of handspun yarn and felted rovings, is a Jolie Laide cardi, an heirloom addition to your closet! A guardian doll for your child for times of transition is another amazing project by Fiona. A felt play board by Melissa Crowe, the Checkout Girl is an heirloom toy, and a piece of wall art at the same time, for children of all ages. Just when you thought you had enough gnomes and gnome hats in your house, we’ll offer you another one, using recycled sweaters. Enjoy!