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sunflowercritters
True Blue Farmgirl
1102 Posts
Debra
Springfield
Maine
USA
1102 Posts |
 Posted - Sep 27 2011 : 3:42:15 PM
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I'm just learning , but would love to learn how to spin wool into yarn and how to use, make wool/fibers for felting. Please I could use all the help in how too's in this.
Cann't wait to hear from you farmgirls..
I Thessalonians 5:16,17
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
Deb-farmgirl sister #462
http://sunflowercritters.blogspot.com/
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FieldsofThyme
Farmgirl Guide & Schoolmarm / Chapter Leader
4928 Posts
USA
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sunflowercritters
True Blue Farmgirl
1102 Posts
Debra
Springfield
Maine
USA
1102 Posts |
Posted - Dec 09 2011 : 7:23:53 PM
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Looking for a spinning wheel as well. Does anyone have one for sale or to barter with?
I Thessalonians 5:16,17
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
Deb-farmgirl sister #462
http://sunflowercritters.blogspot.com/
Be like a Sunflower, Turn your Face to the Son. |
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NancyOH1
True Blue Farmgirl
88 Posts
Nancy
Columbus
Ohio
USA
88 Posts |
Posted - Dec 13 2011 : 4:45:15 PM
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Hello Ladies,
I too started learning to use a drop spindle and hope one day to have an actual spinning wheel too. I found some spinning instructions on how to scour wool fibers, and carding on www.youtube.com. I also have been able to pick up a couple of DVD's on the subject both online and through www.thewoolery.com. The Woolery also has spindles, spinning wheels, fibers, etc. that you can buy. I am also going to try and join our local weaving guild here in the Columbus Ohio area to try and learn more from the ladies there. There is a magazine called Spinoff that is for spinners and I usually get it at Barnes and Nobles or you can get it through www.interweave.com which also has a daily spinning page on there as well that you can join for free. Hope this helps. Looking forward to learning and sharing with both of you.
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sunflowercritters
True Blue Farmgirl
1102 Posts
Debra
Springfield
Maine
USA
1102 Posts |
Posted - Dec 25 2011 : 7:08:19 PM
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So excited...my hubby got me a spinning wheel for Christmas..Having fun learning or should say try spinning yarn..If anyone has books, etc on this would be interested in bartering for them.
I Thessalonians 5:16,17
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
Deb-farmgirl sister #462
http://sunflowercritters.blogspot.com/
Be like a Sunflower, Turn your Face to the Son. |
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sunflowercritters
True Blue Farmgirl
1102 Posts
Debra
Springfield
Maine
USA
1102 Posts |
Posted - Jan 11 2012 : 7:57:02 PM
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I went to my first spinning group yesterday. Had a BLAST! This is so much fun and rewarding. Can not wait for the next meeting together next month. I finished my first skein of yarn today. Know I need to now what to do next with it. Do I soak it in warm water before balling it up?
Deb
I Thessalonians 5:16,17
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
Deb-farmgirl sister #462
http://sunflowercritters.blogspot.com/
Be like a Sunflower, Turn your Face to the Son. |
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Sheep Mom 2
True Blue Farmgirl
1534 Posts
Sheri
Elk
WA
USA
1534 Posts |
Posted - Jan 11 2012 : 10:01:09 PM
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Are you planning to use it as a single or did you ply it? If you are going to use it as a single ply yarn, then you skein it on a knitty noddy - tie the skein in several places. Then soak the skein in warm soapy water (at least this is what I have always done). Pour off the water and gently squeeze out the excess, soak in clear water to remove any soap. Roll skein in a clean towel to remove excess water - hang or lay out flat to dry. I hope that helps. If you plan to ply the yarn - ply before removing from the bobbins. Congrats on your new wheel. It's loads of fun!
Blessings, Sheri
"Work is Love made visible" -Kahlil Gibran
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sunflowercritters
True Blue Farmgirl
1102 Posts
Debra
Springfield
Maine
USA
1102 Posts |
Posted - Jan 12 2012 : 06:55:15 AM
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Thank you Sheri,
I did two ply . Off white and gray. I will post a picture later. Thank you for I will soak it right after I get done this note to ya.
It is so much fun. Love it..so excited to make a Hobo Bag with Cables in it. with my first spun yarn. I can not say how rewarding it feels. Off I go to soak my skein.
Deb
I Thessalonians 5:16,17
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
Deb-farmgirl sister #462
http://sunflowercritters.blogspot.com/
Be like a Sunflower, Turn your Face to the Son. |
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sunflowercritters
True Blue Farmgirl
1102 Posts
Debra
Springfield
Maine
USA
1102 Posts |
Posted - Jan 12 2012 : 06:56:12 AM
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Oh! Sheri how long do I soak it for?
Deb
I Thessalonians 5:16,17
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
Deb-farmgirl sister #462
http://sunflowercritters.blogspot.com/
Be like a Sunflower, Turn your Face to the Son. |
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Sheep Mom 2
True Blue Farmgirl
1534 Posts
Sheri
Elk
WA
USA
1534 Posts |
Posted - Jan 12 2012 : 07:37:17 AM
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I soak mine for just a few minutes - it is mainly to remove any residual dirt and to set the twist. The main thing when working with wool is not to shock it. Make sure your wash is the same temp as your rinse. What felts wool is temp shock and movement. Good luck!
Blessings, Sheri
"Work is Love made visible" -Kahlil Gibran
http://farmsteadfripperies.blogspot.com/ |
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sunflowercritters
True Blue Farmgirl
1102 Posts
Debra
Springfield
Maine
USA
1102 Posts |
Posted - Jan 12 2012 : 11:08:24 AM
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Sheri do you know of anyone or yourself have a wooden swift to barter for?
Thank you for helping me out on this.
I got my skein of yarn soaked and hanging to dry. This is so..much fun to do and so looking forward to getting together with the spinning group again next month.
Deb
I Thessalonians 5:16,17
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
Deb-farmgirl sister #462
http://sunflowercritters.blogspot.com/
Be like a Sunflower, Turn your Face to the Son. |
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windypines
True Blue Farmgirl
4179 Posts
Michele
Bruce
Wisconsin
USA
4179 Posts |
Posted - Jan 14 2012 : 05:07:40 AM
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/Deb sounds like you are on your way to a great hobby! I totally enjoy the whole process. From sheep to yarn! Sorry don't have a swift to barter for. I either have my husband hold the skein of yarn or just sit it on my lap and wrap into a ball. My ma has a swift and a ball winder. I sometimes use them, and they are handy. I model my knitted items to my sheep telling them thank you! :)
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sunflowercritters
True Blue Farmgirl
1102 Posts
Debra
Springfield
Maine
USA
1102 Posts |
Posted - Jan 16 2012 : 04:22:05 AM
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Michele,
Well spun up the three fibers I had..all out for spinning. Have Alpaca to card. So guess what I will be doing today. will be my first, to do getting it ready to spin. How exciting. Love it! 
Deb
I Thessalonians 5:16,17
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
Deb-farmgirl sister #462
http://sunflowercritters.blogspot.com/
Be like a Sunflower, Turn your Face to the Son. |
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windypines
True Blue Farmgirl
4179 Posts
Michele
Bruce
Wisconsin
USA
4179 Posts |
Posted - Jan 16 2012 : 05:05:44 AM
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Sometimes they mix alpaca with wool. Alpaca is pretty soft. Have fun
Michele |
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sunflowercritters
True Blue Farmgirl
1102 Posts
Debra
Springfield
Maine
USA
1102 Posts |
Posted - Jan 18 2012 : 3:18:05 PM
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Thank you Michela...check my blog out and you will see my spinning wheel and my first spun I did...this is so much fun.
Deb
I Thessalonians 5:16,17
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
Deb-farmgirl sister #462
http://sunflowercritters.blogspot.com/
Be like a Sunflower, Turn your Face to the Son. |
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windypines
True Blue Farmgirl
4179 Posts
Michele
Bruce
Wisconsin
USA
4179 Posts |
Posted - Jan 19 2012 : 04:52:48 AM
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Debra I checked out your wheel and yarn! You are doing great. Have you knit anything yet? That is a great feeling too. Making something you can wear with your yarn you made! And you got a niddy noddy in trade! I have a homemade niddy noddy I got in a drop spindle class I took. It is small but works. You can measure one wrap , and then you will be able to add up how much yarn you have in your skein. Check out some books from the library and you can get lots of ideas for spinning different yarns. You are lucky to be able to go to a spinning group!
happy spinning
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Sheep Mom 2
True Blue Farmgirl
1534 Posts
Sheri
Elk
WA
USA
1534 Posts |
Posted - Jan 19 2012 : 08:44:14 AM
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I checked out the pics of your wheel & yarn. You are doing a great job for a beginner! Glad to see you were able to barter for a niddy noddy! Like Michele said measure how much yarn one circle is and then count when you are skeining and then you will know your yardage. This is a good video on how to use a niddy noddy http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t6JN6dUvRaU
Blessings, Sheri
"Work is Love made visible" -Kahlil Gibran
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sunflowercritters
True Blue Farmgirl
1102 Posts
Debra
Springfield
Maine
USA
1102 Posts |
Posted - Jan 22 2012 : 4:33:48 PM
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Thank you Sheri I will check it out.
I have been having so much fun spinning and learning so much in this hobby.
De
I Thessalonians 5:16,17
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
Deb-farmgirl sister #462
http://sunflowercritters.blogspot.com/
Be like a Sunflower, Turn your Face to the Son. |
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sunflowercritters
True Blue Farmgirl
1102 Posts
Debra
Springfield
Maine
USA
1102 Posts |
Posted - Jan 29 2012 : 10:32:48 AM
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Does anyone have a pattern to share for knitting or felting a handbag? Hobo type or any kind of handbag.
WOuld love to make one up.
Deb
I Thessalonians 5:16,17
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
Deb-farmgirl sister #462
http://sunflowercritters.blogspot.com/
Be like a Sunflower, Turn your Face to the Son. |
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windypines
True Blue Farmgirl
4179 Posts
Michele
Bruce
Wisconsin
USA
4179 Posts |
Posted - Jan 31 2012 : 10:59:38 AM
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I don't have a bag pattern, but you can go on ravelry, they have lots of patterns. You do have to join, and it takes a day or two, but well worth it. Doesn't cost anything either. they have pattern for sale and for free. There are alot of websites with free patterns too.
Have fun working with your own yarn!
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sunflowercritters
True Blue Farmgirl
1102 Posts
Debra
Springfield
Maine
USA
1102 Posts |
Posted - Jan 31 2012 : 11:50:04 AM
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thank you Michele..will check it out...
Deb
I Thessalonians 5:16,17
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
Deb-farmgirl sister #462
http://sunflowercritters.blogspot.com/
Be like a Sunflower, Turn your Face to the Son. |
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sunflowercritters
True Blue Farmgirl
1102 Posts
Debra
Springfield
Maine
USA
1102 Posts |
Posted - May 14 2012 : 6:21:09 PM
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does anyone have fibers for barter or sell? Might be interested.
Deb
I Thessalonians 5:16,17
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
Deb-farmgirl sister #462
http://sunflowercritters.blogspot.com/
Be like a Sunflower, Turn your Face to the Son. |
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sunflowercritters
True Blue Farmgirl
1102 Posts
Debra
Springfield
Maine
USA
1102 Posts |
Posted - Jun 03 2012 : 05:37:00 AM
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Went to my first Maine Fiber Frolic yesterday...Had a blast...with the spinning group ladies. OH! And I brought home a angora rabbit. My hubby gave me some money to go towards a male angora rabbit for my birthday. He is such a sweetie. And handsome. he is three months old and he is a big one.:)
brown with blue tints in his fibers. Just beautiful..
Has any of you ladies been to a fiber frolic?
Have a great day in the Lord!! Heading off to Sunday School and Church Service. Deb
I Thessalonians 5:16,17
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
Deb-farmgirl sister #462
http://sunflowercritters.blogspot.com/
Be like a Sunflower, Turn your Face to the Son. |
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windypines
True Blue Farmgirl
4179 Posts
Michele
Bruce
Wisconsin
USA
4179 Posts |
Posted - Jun 04 2012 : 6:20:30 PM
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Deb, have fun with those rabbits! I hope they like each other. ;)
I have never heard of a fiber frolic, but it sure sounds like fun.
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sunflowercritters
True Blue Farmgirl
1102 Posts
Debra
Springfield
Maine
USA
1102 Posts |
Posted - Jun 05 2012 : 7:19:11 PM
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Hi Michele,
Hoping to get a package out to you this week...Hope you'll like what I be sending you.:)
Having a great time with my rabbits. Brushed them today and cuddled with them.
Love farm life and did I say SPINNING...:)
Deb
I Thessalonians 5:16,17
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
Deb-farmgirl sister #462
http://sunflowercritters.blogspot.com/
Be like a Sunflower, Turn your Face to the Son. |
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windypines
True Blue Farmgirl
4179 Posts
Michele
Bruce
Wisconsin
USA
4179 Posts |
Posted - Jun 06 2012 : 04:57:20 AM
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Deb, do you save the rabbit fur then every time you brush them. Or do you actually have to clip a rabbit? Sounds like fun!
I have been doing alittle spinning again. Did up 2 skeins for a gift. Once haying is done I will get this years wool cleaned, and hopefully get it all carded. I do have some Japenese Indigo seed started. Need to get them transplanted. You dye with the leaves, and it turns the wool blue. I can't wait to see if it works for me.
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Gathered Up: focus on fibers for felting/ spinning wool |
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focus on fibers for felting/ spinning wool
