Susan & Skip Borders
Unfortunately, we have very sad news to announce. Our dear Susan passed away on Sunday, April 26th, 2026. All Things Fibre was her happy place, so we’d like to invite you into the shop on May 9th at 11:00am to celebrate her life. Come share your memories, thoughts, and love for fiber— after all, that’s what she was all about.
Now we must share more heartbreaking news. Susan's husband, Skip, passed away on Monday, September 7th. Skip spent many years as an aviator, and flying was his happy place — right alongside supporting Susan and everything she built with All Things Fibre.
Both of them have now let their dreams be their wings.
About Us
All Things Fibre is the creation of Susan and Skip Borders, proudly located in the historic downtown district of Johnson City, Tennessee.
Susan’s journey to opening All Things Fibre was shaped by a lifetime of creativity, dedication, and service. After many years as a wife, mother, and customer service supervisor with Sears and the Social Security Administration, she chose to turn her decades of hands-on experience in fiber arts into something more personal and meaningful. Spinning, creating, and working with fiber had long been a passion, and she wanted to share that passion by creating a welcoming space for others who love fiber as much as she does.
Skip, a retired airline pilot with an undergraduate degree in Business Administration and Economics, stepped in as both partner and supporter. With years of leadership and management experience, he “volunteered” his time to help bring Susan’s vision to life. Through his steady guidance and practical expertise, he inspired others to let their dreams be their wings.
Together, Susan and Skip built All Things Fibre as more than a shop. It is a place for creativity, learning, and community, where experience, craftsmanship, and a genuine love of fiber arts come together. What began as a personal passion has grown into a shared space where others are encouraged to explore, create, and connect.
Why We Spin
In a world driven by automation and mass production, spinning fiber by hand isn’t about efficiency. It’s about connection.
Spinning transforms loose strands of fiber into something stronger and more valuable through patience, skill, and intention. Each finished yarn reflects the hands and choices of its maker, using techniques passed down for nearly twelve thousand years. The result is not just fabric, but a personal work of art rooted in tradition and craftsmanship.
True artistry begins with the careful selection of natural materials. After retiring from the corporate rat race and settling on a homestead in Tennessee, Susan immersed herself in the local fiber community by joining multiple guilds. There, she discovered a strong shared passion for fiber arts, along with a clear challenge.
Despite the talent and interest in the region, the nearest spinnery outlet was almost 100 miles away. It became evident the community needed a place of its own. That need became the foundation of All Things Fibre, created not just as a shop, but as a home for learning, creativity, and connection.
Learn, Spin, Create
In a world that favors speed and automation, learning to crochet or spin by hand is an invitation to slow down and reconnect with the process of making. Our classes are built around the same values that shape All Things Fibre. Patience, intention, and respect for the craft.
Whether you are holding a crochet hook for the first time or learning to transform raw fiber into yarn, instruction begins with understanding the material itself. Students are guided through the foundations of crochet and spinning using natural fibers and time-honored techniques passed down through generations. The focus is not on rushing to a finished piece, but on learning the skills, rhythm, and confidence that turn loose strands into something meaningful and enduring.
Classes are taught in a relaxed, supportive environment where questions are welcomed and mistakes are part of the learning process. As with spinning itself, progress comes through practice, curiosity, and connection. Along the way, students gain not only technical knowledge, but a deeper appreciation for the craft and the community that surrounds it.
Contact Us!
Questions, ideas, or just yarn talk. We’re happy to hear from you.