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Season 14, Episode 10: As Spin Off nears 50 years old, editor Pamela K. Schultz sees herself as the host of a wonderful spinning party that welcomes one and all.
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Season 14, Episode 10: As Spin Off nears 50 years old, editor Pamela K. Schultz sees herself as the host of a wonderful spinning party that welcomes one and all.
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Season 13, Episode 3: Stretching the possibilities of fiber and craft, Sahara advocates for living beautifully with yarn in all its states.
Understanding grist is just the beginning! Learn how one spinner used Patsy Zawistoski's course to make a light and airy replica of a favorite millspun yarn—and how you can do it too.
Don't let this short-stapled fiber intimidate you—it's a joy to spin with simple tools!
There's more to these camelids than you might think; what a variety!
Season 11, Episode 8: Like most shepherds, Robin Lynde has her hands full. But few flocks have as many horns and spots as her Jacobs.
Setting goals is only the beginning. Get more spun with these helpful tips!
As a teacher and author, Stephenie Gaustad expanded our understanding of yarn and welcomed new handspinners with skill and joy. Spin Off joins her many students and colleagues in remembering her at work and play.
Which tools are necessary for a beginning spinner, and which ones are just nice to have? Longtime spinner Devin Helmen lists the must-have tools for the beginner’s tool kit.
Is trying a new craft on your list of New Year’s resolutions? See what the Spin Off team wants to try in the months ahead. One of these techniques just might pique your interest as well!
Using a minimal number of tools and materials, you can build your own functional charkha.