About Ashley Martineau

Hi, I'm Ashley! I'm a fiber artist, published author, and spinning educator with a passion for exploring the intersection of traditional craftsmanship, artistic expression, and creative play.

Through Neauveau, I share my love of experimental yarn spinning, fiber blending, and weaving, encouraging makers to explore texture, color, and materials in ways that reflect their own creative interests and individuality.

In 2018, I released a free educational video series exploring experimental art yarn techniques. Since then, these lessons have been viewed over a million times by spinners around the world. What began as a project in my home studio has grown into an opportunity to connect with a wonderful community of artists, makers, and curious beginners.

I believe creativity is both a skill we develop and an experience we enjoy. There is value in learning traditional techniques, but also in questioning conventions, embracing imperfections, and discovering unexpected possibilities along the way.

My approach to teaching is informal, intuitive, and exploratory. I enjoy making creative techniques approachable for people of different ages, abilities, and experience levels. Whether you're learning to spin for the first time or have spent decades working with fiber, there is always something new to discover.

My original videos were filmed in my home studio with simple equipment, plenty of experimentation, and the occasional mistake. I've chosen to preserve them as they were, because learning is rarely a polished process, and sometimes the most interesting discoveries happen when things don't go according to plan.

Today, Neauveau continues to evolve through educational videos, livestream demonstrations, collaborative creative sessions, and a growing collection of fibers and textures for adventurous makers.

Above all, I hope to encourage a thoughtful, playful relationship with making—one that leaves room for curiosity, personal expression, meaningful connection, and the simple pleasure of working with our hands.

Grace & Peace,

Ashley