Kate Larson

Kate Larson


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Balance: Spin Off Summer 2025

As spinners, we often strive for balanced yarn. In this summer’s issue, we explore how to find it, how to fix it, and when to ignore the “rules” entirely!

Plying Help! I’ve Spun a Singles in the Wrong Direction

We’ll show you how to diagnose and resolve one of the trickiest plying problems known to spinners: Opposing Plies.

Spin Off Submissions Spring 2026: Intentional and Intuitive Color

Our annual color issue is back—we'd love to hear your ideas!

Troubleshoot Your Takli Spindle

A takli spindle is an amazing travel companion. These small supported spindles will fit in your coat pocket and can provide hours of blissful spinning.

Kate Larson’s Carding Wool FAQ

I found the carding methods that are best for my body, the fibers I use, and the variety of yarns I want to spin.

Colorways: Spin Off Spring 2025

The Spring issue of Spin Off is dedicated to colorways, palettes, and the pursuit of that shade you can't live without.

Knit a Twilight Fade Pillow

The Twilight Fade Crochet Pillow by Connie Lee Lynch is out now in Spin Off Spring 2025! Not a crocheter? Kate Larson has a knitted version for you to try.

Spin Off Submissions Winter 2026: Flora and Fauna

Our annual natural fiber issue is back—we'd love to hear your ideas!

3 Tips for Knitting Better Sweaters with Handspun Yarn

How can you improve the outcome of your knitted sweaters? Hint: It begins with proper yarn prep.

Natural Fibers Made Modern: Spin Off Winter 2025

We’re celebrating natural fibers in this winter’s Spin Off!

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