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October Vlog with Jacey and Jillian
/in Frontpage Article, Spinning, We couldn't fit it in the print issue!/by Guest BloggerJillian starts by sharing the businesses who contributed tools and fiber to the Consistency issue (listed on Independent Spinner page and below) and then explores her favorite parts of this issue. Jacey shared several videos illustrating some of the techniques used in the issue. Jillian explains and shows her favorite spinning tools from HipStrings—WPI tools and twist angle gauges. Jacey asserts the importance of measuring yarn (such […]
Book Review: Pastoral Song: A Farmer’s Journey
/in Frontpage Article, Spinning, We couldn't fit it in the print issue!/by Guest Bloggerbook by James Rebanks reviewed by Jillian Moreno I’ve read this book twice, first when it was released in England last year, and just recently I listened to the audiobook. My first read told me it was important information, but I let myself be carried along, entranced by the storytelling. The deeper information about farming […]
Send Us Your Tips
/in Frontpage Article, Spinning/by Guest BloggerWe’d love to hear your tips for our Spring 2022 Goat issue. How do you control flyaways when spinning goat? Share your tip on the form here on the website. The person who submits our favorite tip will get a prize from us! It’s our way of saying thanks for sharing your wisdom with the […]
Voices in Wool
/in Frontpage Article, Spinning/by Guest BloggerClara Parkes–wool goddess–has a podcast called Voices in Wool. If you haven’t listened to it yet, do yourself a favor and find it on your favorite podcast listening platform. In particular, check out the episode with Dawn Brown. Dawn raises sheep and angora goats in Texas and runs a small mill called Independence Wool . […]
Mood: WINTER 2022 – Neck & Shoulders
/in Frontpage Article, Spinning/by Guest BloggerNeck and Shoulders Moodboard When the weather turns chilly, it’s time to keep our neck and shoulders warm! For spinners, that means handspun scarves, cowls, and shawls. Small projects that can be quick and easy, drapey and delicate, warm and cozy, light and flowy, intricate and luxurious. No matter which you create, they all really […]