Kate Larson

Kate Larson


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Knotted or Sewn Drive Bands: Which Is Better?

Everybody's got an opinion, but the verdict is clear—the more ways you know how to secure a drive band, the more options you have!

Spinner's Toolbox: Spin Off Fall 2025

As spinners, we rely on a range of tools to prepare and spin our yarn. Discover your next favorite tool or technique in this fall's issue!

Spin Off Submissions Summer 2026: Stretch

Tell us how you stretch your skills, stash and more. Submit your idea for the Summer 2026 issue today!

Be Kind, Rewind: Bobbin Winder to the Rescue

Discover the benefits of adding a bobbin winder to your spinning practice.

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.

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