May 19, 2013

More than One way to Dye in Italy

Adventures, Buy, Italy / By petethefoodtourist

This afternoon we went to the home of Lucia Nesi in Colle di Compito. Lucia is a member of the Antiche Tessiture Lucchesi (Antique Textiles of Lucca). After a quick introduction, we started to collect fern leaves and different plants, etc to naturally dye wool. Those of you that know me know I have no …

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Festa di Primavera in Castiglione

Adventures, Italy, See / By petethefoodtourist

At 11 am we arrive in Castiglione for their Festa di Primavera (Spring Festival). This picturesque walled town in the Garfagnana featured handmade crafts and food vendors. We strolled through the town and ooh and ahh’d at the beautiful old buildings and scenic views seen below. This year, the Festa introduced a ‘Cheese-throwing Competition’. A …

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May 19, 2013

More than One way to Dye in Italy

Festa di Primavera in Castiglione

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