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ASHFORD BOOK OF SPINNING by Anne Field
Although
written specifically for the Ashford wheel, the material included here
is so basic and so well presented that it would benefit any spinner.
Further, it goes well beyond simply providing instructions for
spinning. There are chapters on dyeing, felting, and instructions for
making projects using handspun yarns. There are sweaters and scarves,
mittens and booties, and more. Illustrated. $27
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HANDS ON SPINNING by Lee Raven
In this
book, you'll find much of what you'll need to know to start spinning
unique, beautiful, high-quality yarns for your knitting, crocheting, or
weaving. With very clear directions and excellent diagrams, this book
is a must for any beginner spinner. Our best-selling spinning book.
$21.95
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SPINNING WOOL BASICS AND BEYOND DVD by Patsy Zawistoski
Wheels, Fiber Preparation and Spinning Techniques DVD
If you
want to learn to spin or are a spinner who wants to improve your
technique, you will want this DVD. It is comprehensive and offers clear
and precise instructions on how a spinning wheel works, the various
types of wheels, wheel set-up, fiber preparation, pre-drafting, and how
to spin various wool fibers. Ms. Zawistoski provides much encouragement
- you will feel like she's actually in the room with you, urging you
on. 112 minutes. $19.95
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COLOR IN SPINNING by Deb Menz
This is a book that might accurately have been titled "The Complete Book of Color in Spinning." Drawing on 20 years of experience learning and teaching color techniques for handspinners, the author has created an essential manual for any handspinner who wishes to add color to handspun yarn through immersion dyeing, painting rovings, blending, carding, and/or plying yarn to create a product unavailable in any store. Included are 150 color photos, line drawings, and a gallery of pieces incorporating techniques discussed in the book. A very practical book, with step-by-step instructions, dye formulas, and a good selection of self-study exercises at the end of each chapter; highly recommended for textile collections.
$29.95
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START SPINNING by Maggie Casey
Make the yarn of your dreams! You can buy yarn anywhere, but spinners know that the best yarn is the kind you make for yourself. Start Spinning takes you from loose fiber to yarn made on a spindle and spinning wheel, with friendly advice and a sure hand at every step. Developed over two decades of teaching beginners, Maggie Casey's techniques and tidbits will have you creating delightful yarns to knit, weave, crochet and admire. $21.95
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CREATIVE SPINNING by Alison Daykin & Jane Deane
The authors, who have decades of experience spinning, weaving, and dyeing, show how easy it can be to create personalized and gorgeous skeins of one of a kind fibers. Designed for complete beginners, this attractive guide offers 30 beautiful projects that teach a repertoire of skills on both the hand spindle and spinning wheel. It starts with simple, basic combing, twisting, plying, and finishing, then goes on to offer a primer on working with fibers. All the chapters are organized by yarn type, including short wool and down, medium fine wool, long wool and luster, hill and mountain, rare wool, animal hair, silk, and vegetable fiber. $14.95
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TEACH YOURSELF VISUALLY HANDSPINNING by Judith MacKenzie McCuin
With its soothing, meditative effect, hand spinning is a relaxing hobby, and the beautiful yarns you create are an even better reward. This visual guide shows you the basics, beginning with the tools and fibers, and takes you through spinning, plying, making novelty yarns, using exotic fibers, dyeing, and more. Whether you use an inexpensive hand spindle or spin on a spinning wheel, stick with wool or try alpaca, cashmere, or cotton, you'll learn how to create fun, original, one of a kind yarns that you can knit or weave into truly unique, handmade, and all-natural creations. $21.99
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SPINNING WHEELS AND ACCESSORIES by Dave Pennington & Michael Taylor
This is the definitive book on antique spinning wheels, giving a good idea of the many different styles and nationalities of antique spinning wheels, dates produced, and even a bit about the rarity and value, based upon the authors' experience. You'll find an incredible number of excellent photographs of antique spinning wheels and accessories. Hardcover, $59.95
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ASHFORD BOOK OF CARDING by Jo Reeve.
Written
for the hand spinner and felter as well as everyone who loves fiber,
this is a practical and inspirational guide to carding both wool fleece
and exotic fibers. Included are sections on using flick, hand and drum
carders, fiber and color blending, color theory as well as four
innovative projects. Step by step instructions and full color
photographs envelope you in the world of color, texture and the endless
possibilities of fiber. $25
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A NO-LATHE SAXONY-STYLE SPINNING WHEEL CONSTRUCTION MANUAL by Richard and Myrna Schneider.
This is a modified, modernized version of the traditional Saxony spinning wheel. With clear, measured drawings, photographs, and step-by-step instructions, the authors take you through the entire construction process. $7.95 while supplies last.
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SMALL UPRIGHT SPINNING WHEEL CONSTRUCTION MANUAL by Richard and Myrna Schneider.
This charming diminutive wheel is compact and easily portable. Measured drawings, photographs and detailed, step-by-step instructions help you every step of the way. You do need a lathe to make this wheel. $7.95
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