A balanced skein is one that hangs without showing any twist in the skein and without any kinks in the yarn making up the skein.
If you are looking for a dual-purpose sheep with fun, easy-to-spin wool, look no further.
As we approach National Hemp Day this February 4th, learn how to spin and weave this versatile fiber that has been used for clothing, textiles, sailcloth, and more throughout history.
A spinning wheel without treadles? How does this work?
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Experiment with natural or acid dyes to re-create this vibrant hue by dyeing your own version.
Our Winter issue gets to the heart of handspinning, exploring how natural fibers connect global communities. Share your article and project ideas with Spin Off!
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Love lace like we do? We’re here to help you gear up for this year’s event by gathering a collection of lace projects for you to spin and knit!
This well-known fifth-generation Navajo weaver serves as an ambassador for her culture and traditions, carrying her family’s textile heritage forward.
How could I not have spun paper? It seems only natural to combine two of my grand passions to make beautiful and intriguing cloth.