Do you long to make your own yarn but don't know where to start? This comprehensive guide to how to hand spin yarn is suitable for absolute beginners through to knitters, weavers and spinners looking to expand their knowledge. Spinner and historian, Evie Schwartz, brings her unique perspective to the subject of hand spinning to make this book a fascinating read as well as a very practical guide to this ancient craft. This accessible guide to spinning is aimed at everyone from beginners to readers with some experience who are looking to take their practise further. It covers everything from the history of spinning through to the characteristics and structure of wool, an overview of the different tools used and then a deep dive into how to spin whether you are using a spinning wheel or a spindle. There is a large section on how to spin which covers drafting, plying and how to manage tension, as well as a chapter about how to design different kinds of yarn. All of the instructions are illustrated with detailed step-by-step photography. AUTHOR: Evie Schwartz is a podcaster, historian, teacher and designer specialising in content focusing on hand spinning. Evie has got a great social media presence on Instagram and YouTube where her 'Jillian Evie' channel has over 70k followers.
