Meet a group of spinners from Hamilton, Ontario, who have created a supportive community around their love of all things fibre. Spinning teacher Cathy Thomson introduces us to the group and provides a selection of her favourite spinning resources.
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[For Studio Members] Learn how plied yarns are constructed, how their structure affects how they behave and wear, and what they bring to various types of fabrics—woven, crocheted and knitted. The newest lesson from master spinner Michelle Boyd is a detailed and photo-illustrated exploration of plied yarns.
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[Open Access] Knitter, crocheter and designer Jessie McKitrick reflects on learning to spin her own yarn, and how both the learning process and the knowledge she gleaned have improved her crafting and her design work.
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Spindle spinning is a great way to start spinning, but like most crafts, there’s a bit of a learning curve when you begin. “Park and draft” spinning is a gentle first step that can help ease that curve. This method is also great for spinners who have physical barriers to using spindles, for those wanting to reduce the risk of injury, and for spinners who want to spin for long periods of time. Renowned instructor Michelle Boyd provides a photo tutorial on how to do it.
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