Spin Off Editorial Staff

Calling all makers! We’re on the hunt for photos of your visible mending projects using handspun. So show us what you’ve got!

Nervous about natural dyes? Start with these resources, including a PDF full of dyeing instructions and tips.

Sarah Anderson offers tips for spinning this textured yarn.

What’s better than easy-to-come-by deals? Oh, yeah—free ones.

This is what happens when you put 80+ spinners together in a room and have them share their handmade projects.

What fun we’ve had looking through the SOAR archives. See what we’ve uncovered, and learn a few fun facts about our returning instructors!

As the temperature begins to drop and the leaves change colors, spinners feel the call in the air to join together and learn new skills at the Spin Off Autumn Retreat!

So you’ve gotten the hang of spinning cotton on a charkha. Now what? Take some inspiration from a few of our favorite projects and explore easy dyeing ideas to create beautiful color!

Learn about this particular little tool that can help create the perfect sliver.

Who knew that Lego fun can be had by adults, too?