Whether you’ve inherited a set of previously loved handcards or just want to de-gunk an often-used pair, Heavenly’s tips will keep your carding cloth clean and ready for action.
In the Spring 2016 issue of Spin Off, Kate Larson shared tips for spinning your own woolly embroidery yarns. From primitive breeds to fine wools, learn how-to design a yarn that shows off your needlework skills.
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In the Fall 2012 issue of Spin Off, Joanna Johnson shared a simple, quick knit and the story of a special gift from her then ten-year-old daughter.
With a drumcarder and some fiber, Susan experiments with the colorful possibilities of blends.
Mercerized wool has a silky luster, the softness of cashmere, and takes dye beautifully.
Not all bamboo fibers available to handspinners are processed in the same way. Maggie Casey explores how regenerated bamboo, bast bamboo, and carbonized bamboo spin and knit up.
Sharing handspinning techniques has never been easier! Denise offers tips for making your own YouTube videos.
Planning a handspun, Fair Isle knitting project? In the Spring 2012 issue of Spin Off, Kate shared her tips for preparing dyed, wool locks for a smooth, worsted-style yarn.
Curious about spinning bast fibers, such as flax and hemp, but don’t know where to begin? Devin offers tips for getting started.
In the Spin Off Fall 2021 issue, we will explore the little tools that enhance our spinning practice. Tell us what accessories you can’t spin without!