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I find Norman Kennedy’s video workshop From Wool to Waulking: Spinning Fiber & Creating Cloth so refreshing.

Season 5, Episode 1: Navajo-Churro sheep have a centuries-old history and an even greater meaning to the Diné, but the commercial market set a low price for their wool. A group of shepherds have come together to find strength—and value—in solidarity.

These lessons from Kate Larson’s new video are just the start of all the new skills you’ll build for spinning on a charkha.

Such a colorful variety from one breed of sheep.

From visible mending to rehabilitated cotton sliver to overdyed, now-harmonious palettes, we are celebrating the art of renewal. Share your article and project ideas with Spin Off!

Lessons learned purchasing raw fibers

When designing his spinning wheel, Scott Porter threw out anything he didn’t have to have.

How do different fibers spin on various types of spindles?

With a durable yarn on the outside and a soft one on the inside, these slippers are cozy enough to wear all winter and strong enough to make it to spring.

Spring’s baby Angora bunnies inspire winter’s warm angora slippers.