Weaving and Spinning Hemp
From rope to fine tablecloths, hemp has been used by industry and for textiles for many centuries.… Read more...
Weaving with Hemp
Metric Conversion Tables
Metric Conversion Tables for Weaving Yarns
Worsted Wool conversions
Cotton Yarn conversions
Linen Yarn conversions
Lea, Nel, Tex, Nm
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… Read more... Sparto Weavers Spanish Broom
Sparto (Sparta) Spartium junceum also called Spanish Broom or Weavers Broom is an almost forgotten textile plant that is native to Mediterranean countries.… Read more...
Distaff Spinning
Both flax and hemp are usually sold in roving form or tow, where the flax has been heavily processed into short 2-4 inch lengths.… Read more...
Nettle Yarn
Function with Beauty
by John Dunsmore
http://resurgence.gn.apc.org/articles/dunsmore.htm
The fibre from the Nettle plant has been used as clothing in many cultures.… Read more...
Linen weaving
I love linen. Here are a few photos of some fabulous handwoven linen towels that were recently sent to me by Maureen.… Read more...
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