Snarled Marls? Judith Will Smooth Your Path with This Quick Tip
Spinning marled yarns can be tricky. Judith MacKenzie will show you how to keep your drafting in tip-top shape in her new silk spinning course.
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Spinning marled yarns can be tricky. Judith MacKenzie will show you how to keep your drafting in tip-top shape in her new silk spinning course.
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Carding a Wool-and-Silk Blend to Spin.