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Use your handpsun in embroidery—even art yarn! Learn what makes good embroidery yarn and put your skills to use with Kate Larson’s Bay Leaf Bag. Photos by Joe Coca unless otherwise noted
If you’re looking for a new way to use your handspun, or simply want a fun, small project to work on, give embroidery a try! Spinning for embroidery isn’t as difficult as you might think, though there are a few tricks that can help you get started. We’ve put together this skill guide, plus a pattern to put your new skills to use. Give it a try today!
—Spin Off Editors
Adapted from "Sublime Stitches: Spinning Wool for Embroidery" by Kate Larson
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