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A Little Itch
/in Frontpage Article/by Jillian MorenoEarlier this week I woke up wanting to process raw fleece. It’s not what I usually do, it’s not what I’m drawn to spinning-wise. I’m a commercially prepped, gorgeously hand dyed fiber kind of spinner. But lately I’ve been thinking about fleece. Actually the little fleece itch started this summer when I was wading between […]
How to Spin
/in Frontpage Article, Spinning/by Guest BloggerSo early last month my new book came out. It’s by Storey Publishing and it’s called How to Spin. The title is right to the point I think. Here’s what I know about learning to spin: It takes some time It takes some practice It takes some patience It’s best if you can have an […]
What’s inside the Cotton issue?
/in Frontpage Article, Issue Preview/by Guest BloggerThe Spring 2016 “Cotton” issue is busy making its way to various destinations around the world. Whether you’re a subscriber waiting for your copy to arrive, or you’ve been thinking of subscribing and you’d like a preview before you buy, today’s post is here to give you a sneak peek inside the issue! ————————————————————————————————— So many spinners […]
Growing and Spinning Florida Native Cotton
/in Frontpage Article, Spinning/by Guest BloggerToday we’ll hear from guest blogger Caroline Tacker, who tells us about how she got started in the fiber world with a spur-of-the moment purchase of some inexpensive cotton plants! I grow and spin Florida Native Cotton, which at its best has a ¾-inch staple. I currently use an Ashford Kiwi and Traditional for my […]
Adventuring with Sheep
/in Frontpage Article/by Jillian MorenoI’ve recently read two wonderful books about sheep, one written by a shepherd and one written by a spinner and knitter. Do you need a book to inspire you as spring is springing? To get you ready for the first fleece fairs? Both of these books are great company. In the Footsteps of Sheep by […]