Yarn Spinning with a Modern Twist: How to Create Your Own Gorgeous Yarns Using a Drop Spindle

This book provides an accessible and inspiring introduction to drop-spindle spinning, ideal for fiber artists, knitters, crocheters, felters, and weavers. It covers cleaning and preparing fleece, carding, blending colors, making rolags, batts, and using a drop spindle, as well as ply and dyeing yarn and adding decorative elements.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 128 pages
Publication date: 10 November 2022
Publisher: Search Press Ltd

This comprehensive and empowering introduction to drop-spindle spinning is a must-have for fiber artists, knitters, crocheters, felters, and weavers of all levels. Authored by Vanessa Kroening, the book offers invaluable insights and techniques for cleaning and preparing fleece, catering to both novice and seasoned spinners alike. It delves into selecting the right fleece, carding, blending colors, creating rolags (rolls of fiber), batts (flat carded fibers), and providing a step-by-step guide to using a drop spindle, a cost-effective method for spinning your own yarn without the need for an expensive spinning wheel.

Furthermore, Vanessa guides you through the process of ply and dyeing your yarn, as well as showcasing how to incorporate beads, sequins, and other decorative elements to achieve a modern and artistically stunning finish. By embracing the power of drop-spindle spinning, you can unlock a world of creative possibilities and transform raw fibers into beautiful, one-of-a-kind yarns. Whether you're a seasoned spinner or a beginner seeking to embark on a new fiber-related journey, this book is your ultimate resource for mastering the art of drop-spindle spinning.

Weight: 560g
Dimension: 216 x 280 x 11 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781782217947