Several years ago, I had the great fortune to learn to spin. I took an intensive 12 week Handspinning course, taught by Judith MacKenzie, through the Kootenay School of the Arts.… Read more...
Tag: handspinning
Spin Flora not Fauna
I am very pleased and delighted to hear that my workshop is full for the upcoming AGWSD Summer School 2017.… Read more...
How Long to Knit a Sweater
I often get asked “How long does it take to make a sweater?” That’s a complex question as we know. How long is a piece of string?… Read more...
Handspinning Info
Charkha Spinning
Information about and suppliers of charkha spinning.
Dolly’s Sweater
The sweater knit from Dolly, the cloned sheep.
A Yarn Tells a Story
A 3 metre piece of yarn tells of Norse explorations
Fibre Information
A collection of useful knowledge about various fibres and their characteristics.… Read more...
Hand Spindles
Drop spindles, Turkish spindles, Corfu spindles
Handspinning Tools
Comfort Combs
These wool combs, made by Don Contraman in Montana have a more comfortable handle.
Earth Guild
Located in Asheville, NC.… Read more...