The Alden Amos big book of handspinning

Name/Title

The Alden Amos big book of handspinning

Entry/Object ID

TT847.A4 2001

Description

Alden Amos shares his deep knowledge of wheel mechanics, spinning fibers, wheel construction, and yarn, as well as a wealth of spinning history and traditions. Every aspect of handspinning is explored, including dissolving lanolin, washing fleece, rotating wheel position, and choosing types of wool. Also discussed are various hand positions, which can result in everything from smooth, fine thread to funky, bulky yarn.

Acquisition

Source (if not Accessioned)

Matthew Yanchuk

Notes

Gift of Matthew Yanchuk, April 2024.

Lexicon

Search Terms

hand spinning, spinning

Legacy Lexicon

Category

Book

Book Details

Author

Stephenie Gaustad

Publisher

Interweave Press

Place Published

City

Loveland, CO

Date Published

2001

ISBN

9781883010881

LCCN

2001016898

Notes

Length: 495