Spinners love working with dyed combed tops, most of which start out a shade of white or ecru. For richer, more complex colors, some artists like to overdye, or add dye over another color.
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Mid-whorl spindles commonly called Akha spindles can be used as supported spindles, suspended spindles, or a bit of both. Let’s take a closer look!
We’re celebrating the wide world of knitting in this summer’s Spin Off!
One of the joys of handspinning is that you can take it with you. Spindles pack up easily, but sometimes you need something more substantial. You want a spinning wheel.
We’ve all heard of Christmas in July, but it really is the the perfect time to start planning and working on those handmade gifts.
A beloved handspun sweater turned out to be much too large, so this resourceful knitter felted, cut, and stitched until it became a beautiful lined jacket.
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Ready to try spinning for a pin-loom project? John Mullarkey has key tips for you!
What are primitive breeds? And why are they good for the modern spinner?
Cotton and other short-stapled fibers are traditionally spun on spindles that make long-draw spinning easy. Devin has three favorites to share, each from a different part of the globe.