Spinning wheels are a staple of the fiber arts, but when it comes to choosing one, you'll likely find yourself overwhelmed. There are so many different types!
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Have you ever wanted to learn more about alpaca fiber? I'll cover the different types of alpaca fiber as well as which breeds have the right kind of fiber. Once you've grabbed some fiber, let's spin it into yarn and enjoy the wonderful benefits of working with alpaca. It'll be fun. I promise.
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Best Beginner Spinning Wheels - Modern - Ergonomic - Simple
There are a lot of spinning wheels out there. Some are better than others, and some make it easier to learn how to spin. We've picked the three best beginner spinning wheels from SpinOlution so you can get started with your very first yarns!
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Alpaca fiber is unique and luxurious. It's a great alternative to wool, and it can be spun into warm, durable yarns. The process of spinning alpaca fiber into yarn requires patience and skill, but the results are well worth it. Here's how to spin alpaca into yarn:
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Introduction
Two ply yarn is a very useful method of creating two-strand yarns. It's very easy to do and allows you to change the thickness and even make different color schemes with ease. This guide will go over what you need to know about two-plying yarn, including how it's done and the various types of dyes that work best for this type of project.
It’s made by twisting two strands together, which results in a thicker, more even yarn. The twist in the yarn makes it more stable than single ply and creates less luster. Two ply works best for projects like hats and scarves because it’s not as warm as bulky yarn, but still thick enough to provide warmth.
Two ply can be spun in many different colors and weights of yarn that you can use to create unique designs with your own twist!
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Introduction
Yarn is a wonderful thing, and if you're getting into spinning your own yarn, it's even better. However, if you have absolutely no idea what "spinning wool prep basics" are or how to prepare for them, this article will help you get started!
Woolen and Worsted Spun:
Worsted yarns have a tighter construction, which gives them a smoother appearance. They're also more consistent in size than woolen spun yarns.
Woolen and Worsted Spinning: We'll cover the most basic terms you need to know about spinning wool, including the many different ways it can be done.
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I decided to record and document my expirance spinning yarn in the same semi woolen single strand style with the only diffrece being a super wash merino braid vs a regular merino wool braid. I was hoping to answer the question What is the difference between Merino wool and Superwash Merino wool? Click below to see the video or read the description.
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I am so excited to have this Blog/Assembly guide put together for you. You for sure will want to follow the step by step directions that come with the wheel and contact the SpinPerfect customer service if you have any questions. This is meant to be an overview so you can see me putting mine together as sort of an over the shoulder view.
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