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Nine Ten Publications

@ninetenpub.bsky.social

Publisher of books by Canadians about how to make things, how things are made & why it matters. 🇨🇦🧶🧷🧵✂️📐🪡🎨🔨 https://ninetenpublications.ca

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Nine Ten Publications@ninetenpub.bsky.social · yesterday

A HUGE thank-you to the several hundred backers who have helped us to cover the astronomical print cost of WILD DYES OF THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST!! We couldn't make our books without you, and we can't wait for you to get your hands on this gorgeous, super informative book (coming November 17)!

Graphic featuring the cover of WILD DYES OF THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST, by Zoe McDonell, with text that reads: "We did it! Huge thanks to the 400+ backers who supported the Kickstarter for this magnificent book! Wild Dyes of the Pacific Northwest will hit shelves November 17! From now till then, pre-orders make a huge difference. Support your local bookstore by pre-ordering from them in person or online!"
Nine Ten Publications@ninetenpub.bsky.social · 2d ago

Looking for a fab Canadian basket weaver to author a zine tutorial intro to basket weaving. Is it you or do you know someone? (You've seen the movie trailer and know exactly where I'm coming from. And I am fully serious.)

Nine Ten Publications@ninetenpub.bsky.social · 5d ago

Just a few hours left! www.kickstarter.com/projects/nin...

Wild Dyes of the Pacific Northwest

A complete and ethical guide to dyeing wool with plants, mushrooms, and lichens from the Pacific Northwest.

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Nine Ten Publications@ninetenpub.bsky.social · last wk.

Just 3 days left in the Kickstarter for WILD DYES OF THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST! Snag one of the last hand-dyed yarn rewards, or simply pre-order the book and help to support the highest print cost we've ever faced. We couldn't make our books without you ❤️ www.kickstarter.com/projects/nin...

A photo of goldenrod is in the background. A fake clothesline "holds" an image of the cover of Wild Dyes of the Pacific Northwest, by Zoe McDonell. Text reads, "The Kickstarter for Wild Dyes of the Pacific Northwest ends Friday afternoon! There's still a few exclusive hand-dyed yarn bundles available!"
Kim Werker@kpwerker.bsky.social · 6d ago

Y'all I cannot tell you how happy this effort has made me. From weird idea one day to working with delightful Canadian illustrator @sarahnevillestudio.bsky.social to finally launching today - nothing but joy!

Nine Ten Publications@ninetenpub.bsky.social · 6d ago

Let's see some hands! Who here loves reading romance AND crafting? 👋 Introducing our new sticker series: CRAFT IS FOR LOVERS! For all of us who enjoy some 🌶️ with our 🧶, 🧵 with our ❤️ Now available in our shop, and for wholesale, too. shop.ninetenpublications.ca/collections/... Find your trope!

Craft Is for Lovers: NEW sticker series! Featuring the five stickers in the series depicting popular romance tropes using craft materials like sewing, embroidery, knitting, crochet, and yarn. Swipe to find your trope!
Kim Werker@kpwerker.bsky.social · last wk.

I got the printer quote for this extraordinary book and YOU GUYS. Printing is getting even more expensive. Every pre-order through the Kickstarter helps SO MUCH. Thank you!!

Nine Ten Publications@ninetenpub.bsky.social · last wk.

Just 3 days left in the Kickstarter for WILD DYES OF THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST! Snag one of the last hand-dyed yarn rewards, or simply pre-order the book and help to support the highest print cost we've ever faced. We couldn't make our books without you ❤️ www.kickstarter.com/projects/nin...

A photo of goldenrod is in the background. A fake clothesline "holds" an image of the cover of Wild Dyes of the Pacific Northwest, by Zoe McDonell. Text reads, "The Kickstarter for Wild Dyes of the Pacific Northwest ends Friday afternoon! There's still a few exclusive hand-dyed yarn bundles available!"
Kim Werker@kpwerker.bsky.social · 2w ago

Oh, but I absolutely did commission an artist to create STICKERS that depict a few romance tropes in craft materials and they are here and I just need to load them into the @ninetenpub.bsky.social shop and they are available wholesale already in Canada and the US and did I mention this is SO FUN??

Kim Werker@kpwerker.bsky.social · last mo.

Nearly halfway there after 2 days!!! This book is amazing, the author's dedication not only to sharing her knowledge but to furthering research into natural dyeing is amazing, YOU are amazing!

Nine Ten Publications@ninetenpub.bsky.social · last mo.

We're nearly halfway to our goal 🎉 and we've added more super popular yarn-sample reward bundles to the campaign! Each also comes with an author-signed copy of the book and the PDF ebook. www.kickstarter.com/projects/nin...

New yarn sample rewards added to the Kickstarter campaign for the book, Wild Dyes of the Pacific Northwest! The image shows some sample yarns, the cover of the book, and a badge that says, "signed by the author." Snag some rewards and help bring this book into the world!
Kim Werker@kpwerker.bsky.social · last mo.

I live in the space of "uncertainty is bad for business" that all the pundits keep talking about 🙄 (This bit ChitChats wrote about doesn't affect books or anything else @ninetenpub.bsky.social ships, but confusion or not-followed new rules can affect shipping well beyond affected goods.)

Nine Ten Publications@ninetenpub.bsky.social · last mo.

We'll be launching a Kickstarter shortly, and when I write in there that it is a volatile time for international shipping, this update from ChitChats is just one example of what I mean: chitchats.com/blog/us-ship...

Nine Ten Publications@ninetenpub.bsky.social · last mo.

We'll be launching a Kickstarter shortly, and when I write in there that it is a volatile time for international shipping, this update from ChitChats is just one example of what I mean: chitchats.com/blog/us-ship...

U.S. Shipping Updates: Tariffs, Duties, Compliance & More | Chit Chats

A new Executive Order was published declaring the suspension of Duty-Free De Minimis treatment for all countries, as of midnight, Friday August 29, 2025. Find common questions and answers

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Nine Ten Publications@ninetenpub.bsky.social · last mo.

It's a ways off but space is limited so... Join author Jess Driscoll for a chill social evening and learn how to sew a patch pocket to clothing or anything else! September 1, 6:00–8:00 PM, at the Vancouver Public Library Central Branch. FREE, but registration required!

Meet the Makers: The Magic of Pockets, a Sewing Workshop with Jess Driscoll

Discover why, in modern history, women's fashion deliberately sacrificed functionality for silhouette, while traditionally men's clothing accommodated up to 17 pockets in a single suit. The patriarchy and capitalism have shaped our wardrobes for long enough! Beyond its brief yet thorough explanation of why feminine clothing lacks pockets, The Magic of Pockets, empowers you to take action. Canadian author Jess Driscoll transforms frustration into practical rebellion, teaching you to add the pockets you deserve to the clothes you already own. Jess will lead the group through the process of hand sewing a basic patch pocket to an item that you own, be it a dress, a tote bag, a skirt or pair of pants, or another item of your choosing. Participants are required to bring in an item to sew your pocket to, the same type of fabric for your pocket (at least a 10" x 10" piece of material), scissors, needles, a ruler, pins and thread. There will be a limited supply of donated materials and tools available, but please bring anything extra that you have that you’d like to share with the group. All levels of sewers are welcome and encouraged to build community by sharing skills and promoting sustainability. This is a fun low-key social environment to enjoy an evening of slowing down, hand sewing and creative brainstorming. In partnership with Nine Ten Publications. Light refreshments will be available. --- Jess Driscoll is a writer and teacher who has been blogging since 2001. She lives on Semiahmoo land in the suburbs of Vancouver, BC. When she’s not sewing, she’s baking. When she’s not baking, she’s hiking. Through it all, she makes zines. The Magic of Pockets is her first published book of nonfiction. Follow the author at jessdriscoll.com. Nine Ten Publications is Canada's only independent press dedicated exclusively to publishing books and zines by Canadians about how to make things, how things are made, and why it matters. Under the leadership of publisher Kim Werker, Nine Ten is committed to sustainability and supporting the Canadian publishing ecosystem—every Nine Ten book and zine is printed in Canada on recycled paper. Find Nine Ten's books at your local bookstore, craft shop or public library, and learn more at ninetenpublications.ca. This event is open to all with limited space available and takes place in the Yosef Wosk Poets’ Corner on Level 9 of Central Library. Registration is required and this event will be capped at 24 people, so sign up early! ***If this event shows full please sign up to be on the waitlist, so you will be the first to know about subsequent events if you don't get moved to the registered list before the event. --- Accessibility: VPL is committed to making our programs accessible for all. If you have an access need that we have not addressed here, please email us at programs@vpl.ca. For more information on physical access, view the Accessibility information on the Central Library page.

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Nine Ten Publications@ninetenpub.bsky.social · last mo.

It's been a week since A USER'S GUIDE TO YARN, by Michelle Boyd @spindleprincess.bsky.social, entered the world! Here's a bit more about it ▶️ Find or request it at your LYS, bookstore or library! (Today, of all days, note that we avoid that prime place and encourage you to shop local, always!)

Yarn Nerds Take Note! A User's Guide to Yarn, by Michelle Boyd

A USER'S GUIDE TO YARN provides a thorough explanation of yarn, from what it's made of to how it's constructed, and how those two factors interact to influen...

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