For knitters, crocheters, and weavers ready to make their own yarn, this handy guide provides detailed instructions for spinning both on a spindle and a wheel, and offers a special section devoted to troubleshooting and wheel maintenance that keeps projects on track. It offers a comprehensive look at the various available fiber options, choosing and preparing each type of fiber for use, and crafting these materials into ready-to-work pieces. A final chapter on the various uses of spun yarn focuses on project planning, with definitions and context for measuring wraps per inch, determining yards for specific projects, and choosing a yarn size.

"[An] excellent introduction to the craft . . . highly recommended for public libraries."  —Library Journal

"5 out of 5 stars. This is an excellent book for anyone who is thinking about learning to spin or who already has a spindle or wheel."  —Knitting News

"Well, hallelujah! A wonderful, inspiring new introductory overview of spinning. This is a FANTASTIC book."  —Deb Robson, former editor, Spin-Off magazine

"This book is one of the best beginner books on spinning I have ever read . . . even the experienced spinner will learn quite a lot by reading it." —Spindle and Wheel online magazine

"The brilliant thing about this book are Maggie's hands. They are everywhere. On nearly every page is a close-up photo of Maggie demonstrating every aspect of spinning."  —knitty.com

"An ideal choice for new spinners."  —About.com Guide to Knitting

Maggie Casey is the co-owner of Shuttles, Spindles, and Skeins, where she also teaches the art of spinning to classes of all skill levels. She has contributed articles to Spin Off and Knitters Review and has served as judge at various spinning competitions. She lives in Boulder, Colorado.

Imprint: Interweave Press
Distributor: Independent Pub Group
Publication Date: 04-01-2008
Pages: 120
Measurements: 9.00in X 8.50in X 0.90lb