Learn to Spin: Spinning Basics

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Learn to Spin

Author: Anne Field

With easy-to-follow, step-by-step directions, Anne guides the beginner to the art of spinning through all they need to know to get started. She explains the spinning process and a variety of techniques, including preparation of fleeces, worsted and woolen spinning methods, plying, adjusting tension, treadling, skeining, drafting and blending—plus, tips, tricks, and helpful advice about spinning wheels and how they work.

Inside, you'll find:

Discussions of a wide range of fibers suitable for spinning—wool, alpaca, silk, mohair, cotton, angora, synthetic and blended fibers—with details on the characteristics of each fiber and best spinning methods to use
Easy, straightforward crafting projects designed to make use of your newly spun yarns, with complete instructions
Highly-illustrated directions with full-color high-quality photographs that bring the details to life."

Product Details
 Paperback: 224 pages
 Publisher: Trafalgar Square Books (November 1, 2011)
 Language: English
 ISBN-10: 1570764921
 ISBN-13: 9781570764929
 Dimensions: 7.5 x 1 x 9.5 inches