Bamboo Allergies
I have been an advocate of some of the new vegan-based fibres that have come onto the market in the past few years, and learned to spin with them and also sell the fibres – Spin Flora.… Read more...
My Bamboo Allergy
Spinning Curds and Whey
Spinning Curds and Whey – Milk Protein Fibre
I bought a new spinning wheel recently-
A Kromski Polonaise from Wingham Woolwork.… Read more...
Peat Moss Yarn
While I was attending the Dyers Week workshop in Finland, I learned about the use of peat to create new and interesting yarns.… 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...
Spin Flora Dot Com
Spin Flora dot Com
When I was asked by the AGWSD to teach a workshop on spinning flax this coming summer at their Summer School, I started to do some research on spinning with plant fibres.… Read more...
Spin Flora – Bamboo Staple
Bamboo staple fibre is produced mechanically via a retting process, similar to flax production. The woody bamboo stems are crushed and natural enzymes break down the stems so the fibres can be combed out and spun.… Read more...
