Intentional Spinner (with DVD): A Holistic Approach to Making Yarn - Softcover

Mccuin, Judith Mackenzie

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1596683600 ISBN 13: 9781596683600

Publisher: Interweave, 2010

Synopsis

If you are interested in exploring the infinite possibilities of making your own yarns, veteran spinner and teacher Judith MacKenzie McCuin offers insight, understanding, and invaluable information about your craft in The Intentional Spinner with DVD.

The Intentional Spinner with DVD is a compendium of spinning wisdom, with a fun blend of technical knowledge, history, tips, and gently opinionated narrative. Yarnmaking is approached in three fundamental areas:

Understanding Fibers
Managing Yarn Structure
Practical Uses

The Intentional Spinner with DVD includes four projects that demonstrate how handspun can be used in weaving and knitting. The enclosed DVD features detailed information on yarn diameter, plying, novelty yarn structures, and finshing. Blending technical expertise and fascinating lore, The Intentional Spinner with DVD is a must-have reference for ever spinner.

About this title

About the Author

Judith MacKenzie McCuin is a textile artist with more than twenty years of experience. She is the author of Teach Yourself Visually Handspinning and has contributed to a variety of industry publications, including Handwoven, Interweave Knits, PieceWork, and Spin-Off. She lives in Forks, Washington.

Edition details

• Publisher: Interweave
• Publication date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1596683600
• ISBN 13: 9781596683600
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 152