Start by dyeing with the Twisted Sisters. Spin and knit a Qiviut nachaq. Learn how to spin flax into linen. Learn what spinning is like in southern Madagascar. Enjoy a Handspun Gallery of Sweaters. Hear the story of Kris Paige’s Otavalo Shirt.

See a scarf-sized swatch and get a few ideas for your own. Learn how Michelle Green got from cozy sheep’s head slippers to Hobbit feet slippers. See a spindle that’s not only pretty enough to wear, you can wear it as a set of accessories. Knit beautiful Russian mittens. Spin and knit sideways garter-stitch gloves. Celebrate spontaneity in and with your knitting. Learn about the importance of lubricating your spinning wheel. Plus, there’s a special focus on three-ply skeins.

Magazine published in November 2002 by Long Thread Media LLC

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