I have been spinning, dying, designing knitwear and generally enjoying this craft now for many years and along with writing have found it one of the most theurapeutic hobbies I have.
Many a great plot has been formulated as my jumpers have been spun and dyed. It has also saved my sanity over the last few years !!
I find that spinning isn't something I
do
, but is something I
am -
I met the best friend a person could ever have through spinning, and I enjoy being in the company of the members of the Guilds.
Click through to see some of my recent work:-
I write about my day-to-day journey in craft and creativity in my blog, and always welcome comment and any projects you wish to share.
Member
You can find further information about Spinning, Dying and Weaving from:-
Association of Guilds of Spinners, Dyers and Weavers:
http://www.wsd.org.uk/
The Association site is a good place to start, it contains a number of excellent links and resources, as well as details of local guilds and places to purchase equipment.
Snail Trail Handweavers - courses in weaving and spinning with accommodation in a very friendly atmosphere located in South Wales : http://www.snail-trail.co.uk
Ruth Gough at Wingham Woolworks is one of my favourite spinning supplies resource - excellent site, and very helpful to beginners as well as experienced. http://www.winghamwoolwork.co.uk/
http://www.ashford.co.nz/home/home-frameset.htm The home of the Ashford Spinning Wheels, simple and functional answer to equipment - excellent fibre club and magazine.
Spin Off Magazine - produced by Interweave - they also produce weaving and knitting magazines - all of a very high calibre and inspirational: http://www.interweave.com/spin/spinoff_magazine/default.asp
A Fun Site about Learning to Knit: