Sealy Macwheely

Doors to #perthfestivalofyarn2018 opening in 3... 2... 1... 🎉

How has this last week flown by so quickly? Day 7 of my Kickstarter campaign and I just wanted to say a massive 🌟Thank You🌟 to everyone who has supported the shop so far! Last night we hit the 28% mark which is incredible in such a short space of time! Tomorrow I shall be heading up the road to the fabulous #perthfestivalofyarn2018 for a weekend of fluffy fun so I hope to see some of you there (I am at stand 24 on your guide!) 44 more days to go and there is so much more to come! 💕 For more info about the campaign or to spy on how it’s going follow the link in my bio 👌🏼 ———————————— #spinnersofinstagram #knittersofinstagram #sealymacwheelyhandspinning #perthfestivalofyarn

And if that's what knitting can do for you then just imagine how good spinning is for the body and soul! 😉

So what is the difference between Kickstarter and say, JustGiving or MyDonate? Sure they are all crowdfunding sites but unlike JustGiving - which is used to raise money on a solely charitable basis - Kickstarter allows you to show your support and be rewarded at the same time. It’s a win-win situation! And so, to say thank you for your help and contributions I have created not one but TWO exclusive ranges specifically for this campaign and a whopping 16 reward variations for you to pick from, including a few remaining early bird options! Visit the campaign page to have a look through (https://www.kickstarter.com/…/sealy-ma cwheely-spin-knit-cre…) and be sure to get in contact if you have any questions! ————————————— #sealymacwheelyhandspinning #spinnersofinstagram #knittersofinstagram #craftersofinstagram

Just ‘4 more sheeps’* 🐑 to go until the epically amazing #perthfestivalofyarn2018 and I for one cannot wait! I shall be bringing a range of bright and colourful art batts, silk mawatas and hand dyed wool top with me to stand 24 along with a few wee surprises! Be sure to pop by and say hi on both Saturday and Sunday and I look forward to seeing you there! 😍 ———————————— #spinnersoftheuk #perthfoy2018 #perthscotland #handspinnersofinstagram #sealymacwheelyhandspinning
*love this countdown on the PFOY website! 😂 @ Dewars Centre

I have so many plans for the shop that keep me awake at night with excitement but what I really want to know is: what do YOU want to see at your #localyarnshop - other than tons of colourful yarns and squishy soft fibres‽ Let me know your ideas below and check out my Kickstarter Campaign at kickstarter.com/…/sea…/sealy-macwheel y-spin-knit-create-shop for more info about the new shop! #handspinnersofinstagram #spinnersofig #eastdunbartonshire #knittersofinstagram

In case you missed yesterday’s announcement, here is a wee video recap and a sneak peek into what’s going to be happening at Sealy MacWheely over the next few weeks! 🎉
For more details visit Kickstarter.com/…/Sea…/sealy-macwheel y-spin-knit-create-shop
Massive thanks to everyone who has shown their support so far - every kind word has meant so much and I’m so grateful to all of you! 💕😘

In all my excitement over the shop announcement (see previous post) I almost forgot that we only have a week left until @perthfestivalofyarn 🤩🎉 I swear I am more excited than a kiddy at Christmas! Who’s gonna be there to say hi? #perthfestivalofyarn2018 #perthfestival #spinnersoftheuk 😍

🥁Drumroll Please!🥁 After weeks of planning and preparation I am DELIGHTED to FINALLY announce that Sealy MacWheely shall be setting up a real life brick & mortar fibre shop in the coming months! 🎉🎈🌟 💖 Although I am unbelievably excited (and nervous) about taking these next steps I am going to need just a little bit of support from you wonderful people! 💕 To read a bit more about the shop and find out how you can help to make this dream a reality check out my newly revamped we...bsite and Kickstarter campaign! https://www.kickstarter.com/…/sealy-mac wheely-spin-knit-cre…
—————————— #spinnersofinstagram #handspinnersofinstagram #spinnersoftheworld #spinnersoftheuk #spinnersintheuk #spinningwheel #kickstarter #kickstartercampaign #crowdfunding #makingthisdreamareality #sealymacwheelyhandspinning
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This last week has been utterly CRAZY! I am so excited about Saturday’s announcement but at the same time the nerves are really starting to kick in... so much still to do, so little time 😱⏰🗓 #bignews #sealymacwheelyhandspinning #spinnersoftheuk

Heads up! My website is down for maintenance for the next couple of days in anticipation of this weekends MASSIVE LAUNCH! 🚀
It’s all kicking off at MIDDAY on SATURDAY!
See you soon! 🤗
... (Visit SealyMacWheely.com to be added to the mailing list and be first to hear the big news on launch day!)
#launchdayiscoming #bignews #spinnersoftheuk #sealymacwheelyhandspinning #handspinnersofinstagram #spinnersintheuk
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2 weeks to go tomorrow! *does a mini dance* 😍 If you haven't already booked your tickets then what on earth are you waiting for?!

I know it’s been a wee bit on the quiet side over at Sealy MacWheely HQ these last few weeks but here is a wee taster of what kind of exciting things I have in store for you. Get the 1st September in your diaries because that’s when I shall be releasing some MASSIVE news for you all! 🎬📽🎞
#thecountdownbegins #bignewscomingsoon #spinnersofinstagram #spinnersintheuk #spinnersoftheuk #handspinnersofinstagram

I cannot overstate how much I agree with this campaign, for independent shops and galleries etc buying something as small as a card or a pair of earrings or a magnet or a bar of soap could mean the difference between success and closure... £3-5 isn’t a lot to spend but if everyone did it can you imagine how quickly it would add up and how much that would help the business? If you’re willing to pay the same amount for a cup of coffee at Starbucks then why not in your local gift shop? Treat yourself & support the local economy = win/win ⚖️ #justacard #supportlocal #indieshops

Less than three weeks to go till the fabulous Perth Festival of Yarn! I'm going to be there - how about you? 😍

Less than three weeks to go till the fabulous Perth Festival of Yarn! I'm going to be there - how about you? 😍

That’s me and the wheel settled in for a day at the Makkers. We’re open till 5pm and Ian shall be along soon with his easel showing off his painting skills 🎨 #mugdockmakkersartandcraftgallery #mugdockcountrypark #eastdunbartonshire #spinnersoftheuk

Huge thanks to everyone who came along to today’s workshops - I hope you had as much fun as I did! (In typical fashion I forgot to get a snap from the afternoon session, sorry! 🤦🏼‍♀️) #learntospin #spinnersoftheuk #mugdockcountrypark #eastdunbartonshire #spinningworkshop

What a lovely morning spent learning how to spin. Brilliant and helpful instructions. Enjoyed it so much �

I recently got a couple of the Adan n'Alba hats for my cousins. Soon as I walked into the house with the hats, one of them, without knowing it was for her, immediately went 'OOH, pretty!' They were both delighted with them :) I also need to add, the original hats were lost on a train. Rather than just give up on them as lost, Sealy called up every station left on the line to find out if they had been handed in. When that failed, instead of giving up on the order as lost, she knitted brand new ones from scratch. That's what I call good service :)

I ordered some pure wool handspun yarn for a project I had in mind and Katie could not have been more helpful! She kept me involved at every stage of the process, checking I was happy with everything before moving on to the next stage. I'm thrilled with the end result and can't wait to make my jumper! I also have one of her felt paintings (another custom order) and cannot fault the service or the quality of the product. Will definitely be ordering more in future!

What a lovely morning spent learning how to spin. Brilliant and helpful instructions. Enjoyed it so much �

I recently got a couple of the Adan n'Alba hats for my cousins. Soon as I walked into the house with the hats, one of them, without knowing it was for her, immediately went 'OOH, pretty!' They were both delighted with them :) I also need to add, the original hats were lost on a train. Rather than just give up on them as lost, Sealy called up every station left on the line to find out if they had been handed in. When that failed, instead of giving up on the order as lost, she knitted brand new ones from scratch. That's what I call good service :)

I ordered some pure wool handspun yarn for a project I had in mind and Katie could not have been more helpful! She kept me involved at every stage of the process, checking I was happy with everything before moving on to the next stage. I'm thrilled with the end result and can't wait to make my jumper! I also have one of her felt paintings (another custom order) and cannot fault the service or the quality of the product. Will definitely be ordering more in future!