Spinning from the fold is a technique that works very well on longer fibers as well as slippery fibers. Beth starts spinning with the worsted technique then moves to using the long draw method (a woolen technique) on her spinning wheel. She also demonstrates how to spin from the fold using a drop spindle.
According to the notes on Spindilicity, when you spin from the fold with a combed top preparation, you can get a lofty yarn, much like you would get when you use a carded wool preparation.
Solomon’s Knot - Version 1
Solomon’s Knot stitch (also known as Lover’s Knot stitch) is a decorative, lacy crochet stitch that would be ideal for a scarf. This video shows one way to create the Solomon’s Knot stitch.
How to Use a Wrist Distaff
A wrist distaff is a handy bracelet-like device that is used to control your fiber and keep it out of your way when you’re spinning.
In this video, Mike Wade demonstrates how to use a wrist distaff. It’s a quick, good-quality video that will help anyone trying to learn how to control their fiber better while [...]
Spinning Angora Fiber
Demo of spinning angora fiber on a spinning wheel using the long draw method.
If you’re interested in spinning angora fiber, Paradise Fibers carries beautiful angora top.
Related videos:
Hand Carding Angora Fiber
Plying Angora Fiber
Spinning Silk Hankies
How to spin silk hankies. This video walks you through how to separate the layers of a hankie for spinning, and how to turn each layer into a continuous length of fiber for spinning. There’s also a nice demo on how to ply the silk with alpaca singles.
If you’d like to try this, you should [...]
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December 2nd, 2008 at 8:29 pm
this is exactly how i spin my tops all the time - i didnt know it was an actual technique and now i do
even throwing away the crappy bits made me laugh as it reminded me of me 