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Drop Spindle Spinning: Learn How to Spin with Drop Spindles

Learn everything you need to know about drop spindle spinning in this guide.

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DIY Spinning Equipment: Make a Yarn Balance, Niddy-Noddy, Swift, and Handspindle

Using some easy-to-find recycled materials and a little ingenuity, you can make a whole repertoire of handspinning tools.

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All About Spinning Cotton + 4 Patterns Using Cotton Yarn

You can learn how to spin cotton like a pro with the articles and great tips about spinning cotton in this eBook.

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Guide to Processing Wool: How to Wash, Card and Comb Wool

These instructions on how to wash, and then comb or card your wool should make the process of preparing raw wool for spinning easy and fun.

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Washing Wool: How to Select and Wash Wool

Learn everything you need to know about washing wool including choosing your fiber and tips for washing and prepping your fiber.

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An Introduction to Spinning Wheels

Looking to start spinning yarn? Our free eBook tells you how to use, troubleshoot, and choose a spinning wheel.

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Guide to Wool Combing and Carding

This free guide provides expert tips on using hand carders, wool combs, and drumcarders to prepare your wool fiber for spinning.

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Spinning Alpaca: Fiber from Huacaya to Suri (and beyond)

Learn everything about spinning alpaca —a luxuriously soft and versatile fiber—in this free eBook.

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Tips and Techniques for Spinning Novelty and Art Yarn

Spinning art yarn is easier than you think. Get started exploring and having fun spinning your own novelty yarns with this free eBook.

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Spinning for Beginners: An Introduction to Spinning

Whether it's for yourself or to help someone else learn, you've come to the right place for a resource to help you get started spinning.

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Natural and Alternative Fibers: Spinning Vegan, Natural, and Wool-Free Yarns

Learn how to prepare and spin natural fibers from cotton, viscose, and even yucca!

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A Guide to Types of Yarn and How to Spin Them

In this free eBook, discover the numerous types of yarn you can create including worsted vs. woolen, and short draw vs long draw.

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Guide to Dyeing Yarn Using Natural Dyeing Techniques

Dive into the basics of hand dyeing yarn and understand the different approaches depending on the fiber, from cotton to wool.

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A Guide to Spinning Flax: Linen Spun from Flax Fibers

Learn everything you need to know about spinning flax including tips on using, harvesting, and preparing your flax fibers.

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5 Scarf Knitting Patterns

Get new inspiration and ideas for using your handspun yarn with these five scarf patterns.

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