Name/Title
Get spun : the step-by-step guide to spinning art yarnsEntry/Object ID
TT847.N67 2010Description
Pairing detailed instructions with clear, step-by-step photography, this dynamic guide of spinning techniques and demonstrations explores an array of fiber possibilities such as wool, glitz, and sari silk to create unique yarn for fiber art projects. Designed for the advanced beginner to the intermediate spinner, this reference covers a variety of subjects such as spinning fundamentals, techniques for wool and silk, spinning with nontraditional materials, introducing add-ins, and creating plying effects. Additionally, the comprehensive tutorial offers information on easy home dyeing and directions for using a drumcarder to blend colors and fibers.Lexicon
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dyes and dyeing--textile fibers, hand spinning, spun yarnsBook Details
Author
Symeon NorthPublisher
InterweaveDate Published
2010Call No.
TT847.N67ISBN
1596680644, 9781596680647LCCN
2009045236Notes
Length: 120General Notes
Note Type
ContentsNote
What makes an art yarn? -- Tools & materials -- Dye fiber & yarn -- Blend fiber & color -- Spinning basics -- Uncarded fiber -- Core spinning -- Add-ins -- Unconventional plying -- Unspinnables -- Artistic inspiration : combining techniques.