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Spring 2008
On Sale April 1, 2008!
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Spinning
Basics: The effects of twist in plying 
(256 KB)
by Abby Franquemont
To produce a desired yarn, many factors must be considered. The look and feel of a yarn can be greatly affected by the amount of twist in the singles and ply. |
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Spinning Tips: Wraps per inch  (85 KB)
by Amanda Berka
Regardless of how you spin or what equipment you use, wraps per inch (wpi) can be measured for most yarns. Wpi is meant to give a rough idea of yarn weight—not its physical weight but its category such as lace, fingering, bulky, and so on. This number, together with other details about your yarn, can help create a complete picture when describing a yarn to others or for your own future reference, but it is just one piece of the puzzle. |
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Fiber Optics and Yarns (56 KB)
by Diane Mulholland
When I was very little, my mother taught me how to spin and knit. She taught me many other skills, but these are the two that have endured through years of dabbling in new crafts and activities. Over the years, our love for crafts has been a special bond. Mum and I talk to each other when we need to let it all out about a new hobby, an exciting project, or problems that need an expert solution.All Projects & Articles |
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 The
Spinner's Connection has been a column in the magazine that focuses
on the activities of spinning guilds. For nearly ten years, Peggy Coffey has been
reading the newsletters from spinning guilds throughout the world and reporting
on what they are doing. Peggy will continue to write her column and
we'll post it here - giving you all the opportunity to respond and contribute. |
Spinning Guilds
Get connected to a group of people who share your passion
for spinning.
Spinning & Weaving Association
For retail or wholesale spinning and weaving business. More info at:
www.spinweave.org |
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These FREE Spinning Brochures teach you how to spin and inform you about the techniques, tools, and terms you need to know.
CD spindle 
(79 KB) – Use these instructions to make a simple spindle using a compact
disc.
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FREE Spinning Brochure
& Spindle Instructions
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