Spin-Off Spring 2002 (Digital Edition)

Now available for individual download!

Meet unique spinner Kathryn Alexander and learn how she intentionally designs her yarns with lots of twist and energy for lively knitted projects. She’ll also teach you how to knit with these singles.

Then learn about Stansborough Gotland Sheep, whose fiber was used to make the Lord of the Rings cloaks. Learn how to weave with singles from Holly Shaltz. Enjoy a Handspun Gallery of Vests. Then, learn how to design your own vest, whether by creating a knitting pattern from a sewing pattern or just designing multicolored yarn for your vest. Laura Harrawood has three felted vests to show off as well. Crochet a vest from naturally dyed yarn. Spin and knit an adorable bunny sweater for the adorable little one in your life. Handspin some silk and weave a gorgeous silk tuxedo scarf.

In every issue of Spin-Off magazine, you will be amazed at the amount of information packed into these pages:

• Be inspired by spinners from all over the world. In each issue, you’ll meet spinners with unique stories to tell.
• Explore a variety of spinning techniques. Get an up-close look at piles of gorgeous handspun yarns and learn how to make them for yourself.
• Test your spinning skills with projects that use your handspun yarns.
• And so much more!