Teach Yourself Visually Handspinning (Teach Yourself Visually Consumer)

Teach Yourself Visually Handspinning (Teach Yourself Visually Consumer)
by Judith MacKenzie McCuin

Teach Yourself Visually Handspinning (Teach Yourself Visually Consumer)
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Author: Judith MacKenzie McCuin
Brand: Wiley Publishing
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2007-04-23
ISBN: 0470098457
Number of pages: 224
Publisher: Visual
Product features:
  • WIL-98455
  • 9780470098455
  • Brand New Item / Unopened Product
  • Wiley Publishing

Book Reviews of Teach Yourself Visually Handspinning (Teach Yourself Visually Consumer)

Book Review: A colorful start
Summary: 5 Stars

This book has been touted as a good hit the deck running book for spinners and potential spinners. That is true; however it is also very useful for people that have quite a bit of spinning under their belt.

It really is the visual that make a difference. The only thing better are the now available DVD's. The descriptions at first may seem a little superficial or curt. However you cannot explain what it takes a book's worth of knowledge in one paragraph.

One may look at page 15 and wonder want a bobbin driven wheel is but this is not a place to go into detail; it is just a preview of what will be explained later in the book.

I can see where it would be easy to learn to spin one way and become an expert, yet still miss some of the finer points and even useful equipment. This is why you may want to read the book from cover to cover before investing time and money. I was glad to see that most of the pictures were of Ashford equipment as that is what I am most used to using.

This is a must for your library. Also even when you know something is nice to have a different view on the subject. Be sure to supplement this book with articles from the author in "Spinoff" magazine.


The Intentional Spinner: A Holistic Approach to Making Yarn

Summary of Teach Yourself Visually Handspinning (Teach Yourself Visually Consumer)

With its soothing, meditative effect, handspinning is a relaxing hobby, and the beautiful yarns you create are an even better reward. This visual guide shows you the basics, beginning with the tools and fibers, and takes you through spinning, plying, making novelty yarns, using exotic fibers, dyeing, and more. Whether you use an inexpensive hand spindle or splurge on a spinning wheel, stick with wool or try alpaca, cashmere, or cotton, you'll learn how to create fun, original, one-of-a-kind yarns that you can knit or weave into truly unique, handmade, and all-natural creations.

Concise two-page lessons show you all the steps to a skill and are ideal for quick review

  • The skill demonstrated is defined and described
  • Detailed color photos demonstrate each step

  • Step-by-step instructions accompany each photo

  • Helpful tips provide additional guidance

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