Essential reading for handspinners, wool growers, and other fiber craft enthusiasts, this indispensable and convenient reference eBook plus print book bundle provides a comprehensive review of the characteristics of wool from 100 breeds of sheep.
Actual fleece locks are shown in full-size photographs, and knitting, crochet, weaving, and other techniques illustrate the importance of matching wool type to end use. Everything from baby-soft Merino to silky Lincoln and sturdy Karakul - the full range of nature's miracle fiber - is represented here, with special attention given to fleece characteristics and to methods of preparation and spinning. You'll find expert advice on: selecting top-quality fleeces; cleaning wool efficiently and thoroughly; teasing, flicking, combing, carding, and other preparation methods; and spinning and plying a variety of yarn styles.
Whether you knit, crochet, spin, or weave; you'll love the freedom to learn about wool in more places with the easy-to-download In Sheep's Clothing bundle!
Nola Fournier is a master spinner in New Zealand, a land where sheep and wool are preeminent. Her daughter, Jane Fournier, now makes the United States her home. She holds the Certificate of Excellence in Handspinning.