Pamela K. Schultz is the editor of Spin Off. She knits, spins, weaves, and gardens in coastal North Carolina.
Watch as Emily Wohlscheid walks you through your first batt as you learn to use the drumcarder, then find even more resources for customizing your fiber-prep. Batts are just the beginning!
Do the parts you love by hand and let the machine do the rest! Explore the basics of how a knitting machine works and discover a cool way to use it for complex projects.
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Understanding grist is just the beginning! Learn how one spinner used Patsy Zawistoski's course to make a light and airy replica of a favorite millspun yarn—and how you can do it too.
Don't let this short-stapled fiber intimidate you—it's a joy to spin with simple tools!
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Your complete guide to choosing a storage bobbin and winder system.
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Fulling is a great way to make handspun yarn more durable for knit and crochet projects. Here’s how to get the results you want.
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