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Caring for Handspun

16 July 2021

pile of handspun skeins on a whiite background

I'm often asked how I care for my handspun. I confess I'm perplexed by the question; however, I understand it. Handspun can feel more precious and special than a commercially spun yarn. I care for it the same way I do all yarn and fiber; this post shares how I store, wash, and wind my handspun … [Read more...] about Caring for Handspun

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Spinning resources

03 October 2017

With everything going on right now, I've decided to sit out on the actual event of Spinzilla. Don't worry, I'm still spinning! I thought this week I'd put together a revised spinning resources post for those who are participating or simply looking to learn more. I sampled this Hello Yarn fiber … [Read more...] about Spinning resources

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summer swatching plans, part three (spinning)

11 July 2017

Elemental Fiberworks & Akerworks mini spindle

Sometimes one post becomes four. While I didn't initially plan to make this a four part series (part one, part two), it turned into one! In addition to the yarns I'm swatching primarily for knitting and crochet, I am also working on my spinning and weaving this summer too. Today I'll discuss the … [Read more...] about summer swatching plans, part three (spinning)

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snow day spindling

14 March 2017

turkish spindle with happy fuzzy yarn bfl/silk

When it snows (and sleets) in mid-March, sometimes you just need to spend a bit of time with a spindle in a bright happy colourway. Pictured is a tiny turkish spindle with Happy Fuzzy Yarn BFL/silk in colourway Kelp. … [Read more...] about snow day spindling

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Slow spins

25 October 2016

Spindle spinning

After spinzilla, I like to focus on slow spins. Why? I enjoy the process and working through the lessons I learned during the week of intense spinning. What did I learn? I have a default spin setting. I haven't completed a WPI calculation on my yarn yet, but I believe it's quite similar to last … [Read more...] about Slow spins

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getting ready for spinzilla 2016

13 September 2016

Spinzilla 2016 is fast approaching. This year the event runs from October 3rd through 9th. Signups are open now. What's Spinzilla & How do you join? It's an annual week-long event sponsored by the Spinning and Weaving Group (SWG) of The National NeedleArts Association (TNNA). The $10 registration … [Read more...] about getting ready for spinzilla 2016

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