31. Elina Mieskolainen - Spin a Yarn

Address

Rikevägen 395
07700 Pernå - Rikeby

Phone

0503775163

Genre

Crafts, Textile

Information about the artist / the group

I am Elina, musician, dance teacher, and Body & Mind instructor – and handicraftsman.
My atelier, ”Spin a yarn”, which is about 50 m2 big, got ready in summer 2018 and at the moment I have excellent working conditions.
The central idea of my work is to produce unique textiles with natural or recycled fibres in sustainable manner. I aim to make products which are meant to be used many years, not just one season. Beside wool, linen and recycled cotton I use in minor scale also bamboo, silk, alpacka and hemp. I am absolutely not interested in artificial fibers, I find them dead. I dye some of my yarns myself, both with natural and reactive colours.
Out of handicraft techniques I use the most knitting and weaving.

Program during Konstrundan

My studio spans two floors, each brimming with exhibits. Additionally, I offer demonstrations showcasing a variety of creative approaches to my work.

Driving directions

From Pernaja, Koskenkylä, you take the road leading towards Rike. After driving ~ 3 km you turn left and after ~ 1 km you see the sign ”395” where you turn right. You need to drive along the smaller private road for 300 m and you have arrived at ”Spin a yarn” ateljé.