
The Great Fleece Makeover
Don’t let a funky look fleece keep you from the secrets within! Emonieiesha shares how to find the fabulous fiber hiding inside.
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Don’t let a funky look fleece keep you from the secrets within! Emonieiesha shares how to find the fabulous fiber hiding inside.

What are primitive breeds? And why are they good for the modern spinner?

Merino’s rise to the top as a coveted fiber for spinners

Known for her expertise in sheep breeds and fleece, Deborah Robson puts individual wool fibers under the microscope.

Our final installment on Merino looks at the fiber's versatility for use in fiber arts.

What happens with sheep that get separated from their flock and how do they survive in the vastness of the Australian Outback?

What are the characteristics of Merino that make it valued?

Merino is one of the most popular wools for a variety of fiber arts. What makes these sheep so special?

With some planning, yarn dyers—and spinners—can create beautiful sock yarns with distinct stripe patterns.

I hate washing wool. I loved my first spinning class, and I loved spinning handcarded rolags, but the part about washing fleece 2 times in soapy water and rinsing it 2 times wasn’t my favorite.

A quick look back at some of our favorites from 2021.

Join us as we explore fiber combinations that bring out the best in each other.

Harness the energy in high-twist yarns to create a collapse-fabric scarf.