Scandalously Easy Scouring: My Quick-and-Dirty Method for Washing Wool
Does washing a fleece have to be so complicated? See how this spinner cleans fleeces with no detergent needed!
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Does washing a fleece have to be so complicated? See how this spinner cleans fleeces with no detergent needed!
Have you decided what to spin for Tour de Fleece? The Spin Off staff shares what we’re planning—won’t you spin along with us?
There are many ways to wash a fleece. Looking for a straightforward approach? Try Devin’s method.
Sabine explores fleeces from the rare Skudden breed.
Spinning along with Tour de Fleece is great fun whether you take it very seriously or not so much! We have tips to get you ready for the tour however you choose to participate.
Vegetable matter (VM)—the chaff, twigs, and burrs that can become embedded in our fleeces—is considered a flaw. But how much VM is too much? It’s a matter of opinion.
Merino’s rise to the top as a coveted fiber for spinners
In the spring, Spin Off readers were asked for name suggestions for these cute twins. Let’s take a peek in the barn to see how Willa and Gus are doing this fall, and—of course—how their fleeces are growing!
Have you ever stopped to wonder what is grease? Spinning terms can often lead to confusion, even for the seasoned handspinner.
Such a colorful variety from one breed of sheep.
Lessons learned purchasing raw fibers
Many handspinners dream of owning their own spinner’s flock. Jennifer and Rich share a little about the realities, including hard work and rewards.