The Shivering Sheep

Hand-Knit. Felted. One of a Kind.

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All bags are hand-knit using 100% pure wool and then felted, a process that locks the fibres together to create bags that are strong, structured, and built to last.

Purses

Every purse is professionally lined and completely functional, not just pretty.

Totes

Each tote is individually hand-knit in pure wool and wet-felted, a process that locks the fibres together to create a dense, sturdy fabric that holds its shape beautifully. Totes are unlined, and while each follows the same pattern, hand-crafting means dimensions may vary slightly. Approximate size: 38 cm tall × 28 cm wide × 8 cm deep.

All totes are $150 CAD.

Care Instructions

Purses

Spot clean first. This will handle most things. If more is needed, hand wash in cool water with a gentle soap. Roll in a towel to remove excess moisture, then reshape and air dry.

Totes

Spot clean first. If needed, machine wash in cold water on a gentle cycle, unless you want to felt it even more! Do not spin. Reshape and air dry.

The Artist: Janet Hardy

Janet, maker of The Shivering Sheep

I learned to knit at age six, taught by my father, a prairie homestead child from a family of eight, where knitting was simply something everyone did, brothers and sisters alike. My mother soon took over my education. She had learned as a child in England during World War II, knitting hats for soldiers alongside her schoolmates. She was a beautiful, lightning-fast knitter who never knit a gauge swatch in her life.

Over the years I mastered cables, lacework, colourwork, and countless other techniques, and then discovered felting, quite by accident. That happy accident led me to courses in wet felting, and eventually to my own deep dive into needle felting and fulling, which is technically what I do with all my bags.

Knitting is my sanity, my relaxation, and my creative outlet. I am hopelessly addicted. I have far too many sweaters to ever wear. I live on Vancouver Island, where it rarely gets below zero, but I can't bear to part with a single one. Each one is a labour of love.

Based in Victoria, BC, where I live with my husband and very important dog, Nellie.

Get In Touch

Not selling online yet, but custom orders and enquiries are very welcome!

Please note: shipping within Canada only.

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Email

janet@theshiveringsheep.ca

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