Hello!

My name is Andrea Fallone and I'm the Coordinator of Fibre at Fern Retreats! Coordinating this retreat alongside my husband, Dave Fallone, is genuinely one of my favourite parts of my year - it's an honour to put together a weekend that feeds the fibre soul, celebrates fibre craft, and brings together the kind of people that make our community such a beautiful thing. 

I'm endlessly inspired by the magic that happens when our fibre-loving community gathers in one place over a weekend. Fibre retreats are true cup-fillers for me - weekends where creativity sparks, laughter is woven through every room, and retreat goers become a close-knit circle of friends by the time the final skeins are packed away. 

I'm always amazed by the warmth and welcome this community brings - every retreat feels like a joyful reunion of 'Fernies' who all share in the love of making. Seeing connections blossom and feeling the energy of so many creative hearts in one space is one of my favourite parts of what I do!

I'm also the Owner and Indie Dyer behind Pine & Purl Fibres, where colour and creativity come together one skein at a time. In my dye studio, I create beautifully hand-dyed yarn inspired by things that spark my imagination - quiet forest trails, well-loved books, shifting seasons, pop-culture, and the small everyday moments that make the world feel magical. 

Our online yarn shop is home to a growing collection of colourways that celebrate nature, storytelling, and the textures of life. Alongside our yarn, you'll also find our Pine & Purl Project Bags - featuring exclusive designs that are funny, punny, and made to bring a smile to any fibre lover's face. They're the perfect companion for any crafting adventure.