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Call for Proposals: Winter 2021 issue on Head and Hands
/in Frontpage Article, Spinning, We couldn't fit it in the print issue!The end of the year in the Northern hemisphere means winter and lots of accessories to keep warm. Projects that keep your head and hands warm are some of the most satisfying projects to spin. They are reasonably sized, and the sky is the limit as far as the yarn you spin. What are your […]
How to Choose a Second Spindle
/in Frontpage Article, Spinning, We couldn't fit it in the print issue!words and photos by Amelia Garripoli Great! You got your hands on a starter spindle and have been impressing friends with your new-found skills. But you know there’s more. You see lots of other spindles online and among your spindle-spinning friends. How do you choose what to get next? Upgrade For me, the answer was […]
Antique Wheel Resources
/in Frontpage Article, Spinning, We couldn't fit it in the print issue!gathered by Danielle Bombard Danielle’s article on Antique Wheels is in the Basics (Autumn 2020) issue of PLY. She’s collected these resources as a companion piece to her article. It can be very confusing and daunting when starting with antiques, such as where to find the maintenance kit items, parts, and even knowledgeable people. This […]
Coronavirus Spindles
/in Frontpage Article, Spinning, We couldn't fit it in the print issue!A few months ago in a spinning group on Ravelry, a spinner posted about how the image of the coronavirus might make a good spindle whorl, with the weight on the outside. She made one out of a wooden bead and wood screws. Inspired by this post, Jame A. (distaff on Ravelry), decided to make […]
The Basics Issue is coming: sneak peek
/in Frontpage Article, Spinning, We couldn't fit it in the print issue!The new issue of PLY is almost ready! Make sure you get your subscription in/renewed by August 25th to get this fantastic issue. The Basics issue is anything but basic! Since all of us learn about spinning in vastly different ways, in various places, and at different times, we’ve all got knowledge gaps. This issue […]