Celebrating Wovember wool month – What is wool?
Tag Archives: Fibre
Britspin & British Wool Week
Today marks the end of both Britspin and British Wool Week. I’ve had to put my fibre play on hold while I try and get ahead making Christmas presents in my spare time. I’ve been very productive, but unfortunately I can’t show any completed gifts, as the people who will receive them follow this blog.Continue reading “Britspin & British Wool Week”
Ryeland: Knitted Cowl & Gloves
Knitted cowl and fingerless gloves using handspun Ryeland fleece.
DIY Wool Picker
DIY Wool Picker
Spinning: Ryeland
Spinning, Plying & Setting the Twist of the Ryeland on a Wheel.
Fibre Prep: Castlemilk Moorit
Preparation of raw Castlemilk Moorit fleece for spinning through, skirting, washing and carding.
Fibre Prep: Ryeland
Preparation of raw Ryeland fleece for spinning through, skirting, washing and carding.
A Little About: Ryeland
Ryelands are some of Britain’s oldest sheep dating back to the Middle Ages…
Spinning: Dorset Horn
Spinning, Plying & Setting the Twist of the Dorset Horn on Spindle and Wheel.
Making a DIY Blending Board: Part 1
Making a DIY Blending Board
Loose Ends 