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Dr Jennifer Beamer

@expertlydyed.bsky.social
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Doctorate in archaeology, specialist in later prehistoric textile tools in Britain. Creative director of Expertly Dyed. Hand spinning tutorials on YouTube. Forever DM. Cat mom. Sourdough enthusiast. #autistic www.expertlydyed.com

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Butser Ancient Farm @butserancientfarm.co.uk · 22/05/2026
Immerse yourself in the world of maille, an armour as strong as metal but as flexible as cloth! ✨ Sat 13 June 🔥 10am-3.45pm 🌱 £110 per space Ticket includes entrance to the farm & use of all tools and materials. www.butserancientfarm.co.uk/whats-on/calendar/chainmail-maille-workshop-4-336y5
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Antiquity Journal @antiquity.ac.uk · 05/03/2026
📰 Stone Age skeletons from Hungary suggest Neolithic gender roles were fluid, with some individuals buried with material culture and skeletal changes associated with the opposite sex. 🏺 #ArchaeologyNews via @livescience.com www.livescience.com/archaeology/...
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Stone Age woman was buried like a man, revealing flexible gender roles 7,000 years ago in Hungary
A study of 125 skeletons from two Neolithic cemeteries in Hungary has revealed that men and women had clear gender roles — but sometimes those roles were fluid.
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
If you'd like to hear more, and maybe see some of the project in person, be sure to come along to the @thesodburyyarnover in April (18/19). I'll see you there! #fiberarts #archaeology #textiles #handspun
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
I always knew, even at the start of the experiments, but seeing it manifest physically, has had a profound effect.
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
No matter how many times I see my handspun, or that of others, I fall in love. The visual texture and anticipation of touch is like balm for a stressed soul. As I wrap up and reflect upon my Spindling for Weaving project, I've realised how much intentionality we impart to each twist.
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Pete Buttigieg @petebuttigieg.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
Of course, Kristi Noem deserved to be fired. But rather than spend energy celebrating this Trump setback, let's recognize that the disaster of today’s DHS runs much deeper than the (former) Secretary's incompetence - and keep stepping up the political pressure.
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 14/02/2026
Help save this Iron Age torc. Safeguarding such objects at museums keeps our future available for study and teaching. But that can't happen if it's in private collections, abroad, or worse, melted down for raw materials: #archaeology #heritage www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/help-save-...
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Help Save Leicestershire’s Bronze Age Torc
Help us raise £10,000 towards Leicestershire Museums' acquisition of this unique object so that it can remain in the public domain.
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 08/02/2026
I'm back after a much needed break! I'm uploading new batts to the shop today, in case you're holiday stash is running a bit low 😉 You can also read about why I took a month off on my Patreon (£3 level provides support directly to the creator each month!)
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
Yaaassssss
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
These colourwork mittens have held up amazingly well, due to having used ryeland wool. I'm going to make another pair soon, but with Shetland: #knitting #colorwork #handspun youtube.com/shorts/omL82...
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Colourwork Mittens in Handspun Ryeland Wool - #knitting #handspunyarn
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
Lonk. Worsted/Woollen. What is it good for? Well, you'll need to wait for the official Fiber Talk episode on YouTube for the comprehensive overview, but until then, you can get some initial insights with this Patreon post: #yarn #handspun #britishwool www.patreon.com/posts/compar...
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Comparing worsted and longdraw: Lonk | Expertly Dyed
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 17/11/2025
New short about my Spindling for Weaving project! Check out these huge chalk whorls: @lpfgsocmedia.bsky.social youtube.com/shorts/dxEQk...
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Can heavy whorls make thin yarns? Spinning with ancient technology
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
Shetland wool is way more complicated than I thought when I first spun it. I'm glad I held off making a Fiber Talk episode about it. The episode is coming, but here's why it took so long: #handspun #knitting #weaving #britishwool #shetland youtube.com/shorts/nqqFx...
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Shetland wool has a massive spinning and knitting tradition.
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
How do you analyse handspun samples? I'm wearing my scientific hat today as I go through my samples and record their grist and twist angle. The results are to be expected, but some bits were a bit of a surprise! #experimentalarchaeology #archaeology youtube.com/shorts/N0QXk...
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Spinning ancient yarns with replica prehistoric spindle whorls! Living History
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
Knitting kits with stich markers? #knitting #yarn www.instagram.com/reel/DQlaren...
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 02/11/2025
Come join me in my live premiere, starting in 5 minutes! #yarn #knitters #weavers #spinners #crafters youtu.be/aam1VzXxmC4?...
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Unboxing wool I haven't seen for over a decade! Is it okay? Daily Vlog 66
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 02/11/2025
I'm doing some analysis from my handspun yarns for the Spindling for Weaving project: www.instagram.com/reel/DQjpAbF... #handspun #yarn #crafters #archaeology
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 01/11/2025
Lol, formatting issues? If you'd like to see my longdraw project, click the link to my instagram reel. 😅 www.instagram.com/reel/DQehPr-...
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expertlydyed on Instagram: "Happy Halloween, y'all! And Happy Samhain too. As the harvest rolls in and people settle for a wintry hibernation, it's the perfect…"
Happy Halloween, y'all! And Happy Samhain too. As the harvest rolls in and people settle for a wintry hibernation, it's the perfect time to build skills. I've gotten a great deal of experience with spinning longdraw from a fleece, but combed top can be a bit tricky. I'm trying to resolve some of those issues so I can present a new tutorial for you guys. And as a bonus, I'm pairing it with a Fiber Talk episode!I'll also be uploading a new video this afternoon with first access to my patrons. Check out my YouTube channel for the premiere! I'm doing an unboxing video...#handspunyarn #kromskiminstrel #spinnersofinstagram #slowcraft #slowfashion #wheelspinners #britishwool #handspun #handmade #notai #handspinning #handspinner #youtuber
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 01/11/2025
New Daily Vlog incoming! Be sure to check out my channel for all new woolly content. :) www.youtube.com/@ExpertlyDyed #yarn #knitting www.instagram.com/p/DQg0uq2jEF...
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expertlydyed on Instagram: "The next Daily Vlog episode is coming out tomorrow! I'm unboxing something really special to me, and I'm inviting you to join me in…"
The next Daily Vlog episode is coming out tomorrow! I'm unboxing something really special to me, and I'm inviting you to join me in the premiere. Be sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel (see links) and click the notification bell for all new content.Now that my events are done for the year (except @ellas_popupshop), I'm back to form. :)#silkpainting #weavingshuttle #feltersofinstagram #spinnersofinstagram #knittersgonnaknit #knittersofinstagram #youtuber #craftyoutuber #dyersofinstagram
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 31/10/2025
Rolag longdraw spinning today! www.instagram.com/reel/DQehPr-...
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 19/10/2025
#spinnersofinstagram #spinningwheel #merinowool #handspunyarn #handspun #niddynoddy #woolmonth
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 19/10/2025
Do you smoosh your face into freshly hanked yarn? It's okay if you do, I do. I'll also wind it into a hank, wiggle it at my partner and demand he smoosh it too. I love that he humours me. After the squish, he says something like "oh, that's really soft!" Who's the enabler here, amirite? 🧐😅🤣🤣
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
Find this one and others on my website tonight! www.expertlydyed.com #handdyedwool #indiedyersofinstagram #merinowool #merino #spinningfibre #spinnersofinstagram #handspinnersofinstagram #woolmonth #woolcrafts
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Expertly Dyed
Expertly Dyed sells high quality hand dyed yarn and wool from a professional indie dyer. I cater to spinners, knitters, crocheters, weavers, and felters. Handspun yarn is also available and perfect fo...
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
Unlike handdyed yarn, dyeing wool in a repeatable fashion is more difficult because of how the wool wicks water and draws up dye, and how it takes longer for the acid to chemically alter the surface of the wool so the dye stays permanently. Shifting around hot wool in the dye pan is inadvisable.
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Expertly Dyed
Expertly Dyed sells high quality hand dyed yarn and wool from a professional indie dyer. I cater to spinners, knitters, crocheters, weavers, and felters. Handspun yarn is also available and perfect fo...
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
Endless Dream. 2025. Acid dyes on Merino wool. Handdyed products are literally works of art. If I kept this recipe, which I haven't, it would be difficult to replicate this colourway precisely.
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 12/10/2025
Silk and wool go together like butter on toast. #handspun #knitters #filters #crafters www.instagram.com/reel/DPsuKbP...
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expertlydyed on Instagram: "Come see this silk in person, hold it, and ponder the endless possibilities. I'm off to setup for @tetburywoolfair this crisp morni…"
Come see this silk in person, hold it, and ponder the endless possibilities. I'm off to setup for @tetburywoolfair this crisp morning. I can't wait to see y'all!#silk #indiedyersofinstagram #spinnersofinstagram #slowcraft #slowfashion #makersgonnamake
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 06/10/2025
Yes! Expanding skills is challenging but rewarding ☺️
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 06/10/2025
That's a good one! Always makes me laugh, too 😆
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 05/10/2025
How pretty! Such wonderful finds ✨️🧶✨️🤩 Nice to chat with you yesterday
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 30/09/2025
Find 'Overgrowth' and more in person or on my website www.expertlydyed.com #autumnvibes🍁 #handdyedyarn #indieyarndyersofinstagram #knitting_inspiration #yarnlove #slowfashion #slowcraft #makersgonnamake #cotswoldwoolweekend
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Expertly Dyed
Expertly Dyed sells high quality hand dyed yarn and wool from a professional indie dyer. I cater to spinners, knitters, crocheters, weavers, and felters. Handspun yarn is also available and perfect fo...
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 30/09/2025
On a cool autumnal morning, all you want is beautiful accessories. This is the latest batch of yarns I've been remaking for the @cotswoldwoolweekend this weekend being held at the @cornhallmarketscirencester 😁
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 28/09/2025
There's no room for far right extremism in the US and UK. Their "policies" are short sighted and destructive, only insulating the mega wealthy. There is insufficient space to convey my rage at Reform polling. Do your homework, ask questions.
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 25/09/2025
Anything before coffee is a win, but even more so when it is so interconnected! I might need to make some more blue batts and draw on these Greek myth sea themes 🧐🤓
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 25/09/2025
Oh, that's a really good one! Why didn't I think of that? I've literally only played D&D for 21 years and BG3 for 750+ hours... 😅😂 I appear to have forgotten all my Greek mythology though 😭
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 25/09/2025
I'm getting ready for the Cotswold Wool Weekend on October 4 & 5 in Cirencester! You can squish this #handspun in person, or buy it online at www.expertlydyed.com (it'll be listed this weekend) ☺️ Thanks for the name suggestions everyone! #knitting #weaving
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 20/09/2025
💯 It's got that distinctly magical vibe for sure!
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 20/09/2025
Yes! Especially the swirling fiber in the second image 🤔
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 20/09/2025
Saturday spins are so relaxing. I give myself a luxurious 2 hour start to the day, complete with 2 cups of coffee. My conundrum? WHAT DO I NAME THIS YARN?!😂😅 "Sea Breeze"? "Fairy Light"? Ideas appreciated 😊😬 #handspun #knitting
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Lorna Richardson @lornarichardson.bsky.social · 20/09/2025
I’m biased, because it’s Norfolk, but this pingo resurrection project is glorious, joyous & hopeful. Worth a read
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‘It’s resurrection’: 1,000-year-old seeds could grow ancient plants in England’s ice-age ghost ponds
An expert team are resurrecting ice age ponds and finding rare species returning from a ‘perfect time capsule’
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 09/09/2025
Thank you! I also love my decision to ply the lighter yarn. I'll post an update when it's washed and dried 😊😉
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 09/09/2025
I am preparing for some upcoming wool shows and realised I'm running low on handspun yarn! I love being a yarn designer 😊 #knitting #knitters
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 01/09/2025
Live premiere of the next video is upon us! Should you save wool with lots of vegetable matter? Tough question, not as simple to answer as you think: youtu.be/FMCWJfaeTwQ?...
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Can I save my wool? Cutting out the vegetable matter with scissors!
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 31/08/2025
These lovely Border Leicester locks will be in the shop next week. #britishsheep #britishwool #handdyedwool #indiedyersofinstagram #dyedwool #borderleicester #holidaycrafting #slowcraft #HandspunYarn
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 31/08/2025
It addresses the question "is it worth saving?", a common question asked when people first start working with while fleeces. Is it really a simple question and answer? I think not... 🤔 🧐
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 31/08/2025
Now that I have your attention, there's a premiere for a new video set to air on my YouTube channel at 8p (UK) on Monday night. I mentioned cutting out vegetable matter from a fleece I bought back in April this year, but now I've sorted and washed that wool (and got around to editing the video) 😊
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 29/08/2025
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 29/08/2025
Now, back to the comfort and consistency of yarn making 😊 #prehistorictextiles #textiletools #textilestudies #chalkwhorlspindling #experimentalarchaeology #britishwool #northronaldsay #britisharchaeology
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 29/08/2025
It'll be published open access on EXARC (go read their blog!) There will also be a couple of presentations in upcoming conferences, like TAG and LPFG, one which should be free, so I'll be sure to advertise it on social media.
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 29/08/2025
It has been a pleasure to spin life into yarn with Iron Age spindle whorls. I'm pootling along with my experiments for the Spindling for Weaving project, and now working with North Ronaldsay wool. I have published updates on my Patreon and on my blog (www.expertlydyed.com).
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Dr Jennifer Beamer @expertlydyed.bsky.social · 28/08/2025
Yes, this is highly controversial. AI tutors won't work for much of what I do in the humanities and social sciences, including Anthropology, archaeology, and museum studies. What's your impression? Alpha School: Using AI To Unleash Students And Transform Teaching share.google/YZpB02diS10c...
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Alpha School: Using AI To Unleash Students And Transform Teaching
Alpha School's individual AI-learning lets students to complete daily academics in just two hours. Afternoons feature applications, projects, life skills, and more.
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