Thursday, July 24, 2008

I don't have words

to describe how much I have been spinning lately and how pleased I am with what's been coming off my wheel. So I'll just have to show you.

First, from Fantasy Fibers in Canby: 3.5 ounces of mystery batt in soft greys with a few streaks of blues, greens, and rose; approximately 150 yards; 6 WPI; singles spun at 6:1, plied at 3:1 for a lofty, woolen thick/thin bulky.











Next, from Blue Moon Fiber Arts: 8 ounces of superwash Merino combed top, an Oops! dye of Rooster Rock; approximately 880 yards; 12 WPI; singles spun at 12:1, plied at 6:1 for a firm, springy worsted.











Two very different preparations, two very different colorway, two very different outcomes, and I love them both!
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3 comments:

  1. AnonymousJuly 24, 2008 at 11:32 PM

    oooo, very nice! Can't decide on a favorite. I like to live vicariously thru spinners. Fascinating but probably won't ever do it myself :) Thanks for sharing!

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  2. roxieJuly 26, 2008 at 6:25 AM

    I adore Fantasy Fibers' Mystery Batts! It's an education every time I spin one. Both of your yarns are glorious. Whatcha gonna knit?

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  3. SharonAugust 3, 2008 at 5:45 PM

    Beautiful handspun!

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