Exploring Fibre – Page 7

Spinning: Lincoln Longwool

Spinning Lincoln Longwool fleece on a Wheel.

Hello everyone, I have had further computer problems since my last post which have kept me from blogging, but hopefully these are now fixed. I’ve been working on several things recently, some are bigger projects and are taking quite a long time to complete, so I thought I would share a few of my currentContinue reading “Recent WIP’s”

Romney: Cable Knitted ‘Owlers’ Cowl

Cable Knitted Cowl using Handspun Romney Wool

Ryeland: Woven Circle Poncho (or Wearable Blanket)

Handwoven poncho made using handspun Ryeland wool.

Upgrading to a Jumbo Flyer

My trusty Ashford Traditional has been with me for three years now. It’s a very reliable wheel and spins beautifully, but the orifice size limits the size and type of yarn I can spin. Luckily Ashford make a jumbo flyer which has a larger orifice and can be fitted to their wheels (other spinning wheelContinue reading “Upgrading to a Jumbo Flyer”

Optimising the Suint Fermentation Process

Optimisations to my original suint fermentation method.

Wovember 2021 – Week 1 WIP’s

Celebrating Wovember 2021 – Week 1 a selection of WIP’s

Tour De Fleece 2021 – Week 3 Wrap-up

Today was the final day of Tour de Fleece 2021 and like most people; I thought I could do more in 23 days than I would normally do in 3 months! This week’s spinning has been a bit more varied with some project finishing, stash busting and experimenting. Below are my daily progress photos fromContinue reading “Tour De Fleece 2021 – Week 3 Wrap-up”

Tour De Fleece 2021 – Week 2 Wrap-up

Wrapping up Tour de Fleece 2021 Week 2

Tour De Fleece 2021 – Week 1 Wrap-up

Week 1 of Tour De Fleece got off to a good start, but I called day 6 a write off after losing my beloved pet and spinning companion. Although I don’t feel very creative at the moment, I’m too stubborn to give up, so am doing my best to pick up where I left off.Continue reading “Tour De Fleece 2021 – Week 1 Wrap-up”