In this episode, Sasha talks about the strategies she's developed when spinning commercial fiber blends with mixed staple lengths. Mentioned in this episode: Episode 15: All About Sampling Episode 66: Twist is a Choice You can find the transcript for this episode HERE . You can comment on and discuss this episode here in The Flock , Sheepspot’s free online community for inquisitive spinners. Here's the link to the Podcast search page and playlists....
Jul 26, 2024•11 min•Ep. 147
In this episode, Sasha offers four crucial tips for creating wool/silk blends with a drum carder. You can find the transcript for this episode HERE . You can comment on and discuss this episode here in The Flock , Sheepspot’s free online community for inquisitive spinners. Here's the link to the Podcast search page and playlists....
Jul 19, 2024•12 min•Ep. 145
In this episode, Sasha shares an easy fiber blending project; her chemo hat recipe. Mentioned in this episode: Episode 100: The Woolen Drafts You can find the transcript for this episode HERE . You can comment on and discuss this episode here in The Flock , Sheepspot’s free online community for inquisitive spinners. Also in The Flock, you'll find the freebie for this episode. And if you do try this, please share pictures in The Flock or on Instagram with the hashtags #sheepspotpodcast and #chemo...
Jul 12, 2024•11 min•Ep. 143
In this episode, Sasha offers some tips and resources on creating unique fiber blends. Mentioned in this episode: Sarah Anderson's Spinning Exotic Fiber Blends The Fiber Imp: Sheepless Fiber Sampler Hand Cards: Schacht link Clemes & Clemes link You can find the transcript for this episode HERE . You can comment on and discuss this episode here in The Flock , Sheepspot’s free online community for inquisitive spinners. Also in The Flock, you can download the freebie mentioned in this episode b...
Jul 08, 2024•11 min•Ep. 141
In this episode, Sasha talks about some of the resources linking handwork to happiness and healthy brains. She is joined by two members of The Guild by Sheepspot - Suzanne R. and Susan C. Mentioned in this episode: Episode 102: Spinning and Mental Health You can find the transcript for this episode HERE . You can comment on and discuss this episode here in The Flock , Sheepspot’s free online community for inquisitive spinners. Here's the link to the Podcast search page and playlists....
Jun 28, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 139
In this episode, Sasha talks about the inspiring effects of community. Mentioned in this episode: Scenius: why creatives are stronger together Wired.com, Scenius, or Communal Genius You can find the transcript for this episode HERE . You can comment on and discuss this episode here in The Flock , Sheepspot’s free online community for inquisitive spinners. Here's the link to the Podcast search page and playlists....
Jun 21, 2024•12 min•Ep. 137
In this episode, Sasha talks about what to look for in a healthy spinning community. You can find the transcript for this episode HERE . You can comment on and discuss this episode here in The Flock , Sheepspot’s free online community for inquisitive spinners. Here's the link to the Podcast search page and playlists....
Jun 20, 2024•13 min•Ep. 135
In this episode, Sasha talks about a particular kind of learning community: the community of inquiry. She describes the essential components of communities of inquiry, using The Guild by Sheepspot as an example of such a community. And she proposes some specific questions you should ask when you're considering joining an online spinning community. You can find the transcript for this episode HERE . You can comment on and discuss this episode here in The Flock , Sheepspot’s free online community ...
Jun 07, 2024•19 min•Ep. 134
In this episode, Sasha talks about how plying on an e-spinner challenged her thinking about twist and plying. You can find the transcript for this episode HERE . You can comment on and discuss this episode here in The Flock , Sheepspot’s free online community for inquisitive spinners. Here's the link to the Podcast search page and playlists....
May 31, 2024•14 min•Ep. 133
In this episode, Sasha talks about how to ensure that your yarn has even ply twist throughout the skein when working with a treadle wheel. E-spinning aficionado? We'll talk about ply twist and your e-spinner next week. You can find the transcript for this episode HERE . You can comment on and discuss this episode here in The Flock , Sheepspot’s free online community for inquisitive spinners. If you're interested in Sheepspot's Spinning for the Soul Retreat, you can find all the details here . An...
May 24, 2024•13 min•Ep. 132
In this episode, Sasha talks about how to figure out how much ply twist to use in your yarn and whether spinners should obsess over whether or not their yarns are balanced. You can find the transcript for this episode HERE . You can comment on and discuss this episode here in The Flock , Sheepspot’s free online community for inquisitive spinners....
May 17, 2024•15 min•Ep. 131
In this episode, Sasha talks about why and when to let your singles rest before you ply them. Mentioned in this episode: Sheepspot Podcast Episode 12: Be Kind, Rewind Jillian Moreno, "Why Plying with a Center Pull Ball Doesn't Work For Me" You can find the transcript for this episode HERE . You can comment on and discuss this episode here in The Flock , Sheepspot’s free online community for inquisitive spinners....
May 10, 2024•14 min•Ep. 129
In this episode, Sasha talks about what science has to say about the mental health benefits of activities like knitting and spinning. Mentioned in this episode: The Journal of Positive Psychology: Everyday Creative Activity as a Path to Flourishing Kelly Lambert: Lifting Depression Betsan Corkhill: Knit for Health and Wellness: How to Knit a Flexible Mind and More Lisa Mitchell’s Article: Spin Off Summer 2023 You can find the transcript for this episode HERE . You can comment on and discuss this...
May 03, 2024•22 min•Ep. 127
Confused about the difference between "combination drafting" and "combination spinning"? You're not alone! In this episode, Sasha defines and explains each technique, and talks about how she's using both techniques for a current project.
Apr 26, 2024•25 min•Ep. 125
In this episode, Sasha talks about the long and short of woolen drafts.
Apr 19, 2024•19 min•Ep. 123
In this episode, Sasha talks about the crucial role your feet play in creating consistent yarns.
Apr 12, 2024•9 min•Ep. 121
In this episode, Sasha talks about predrafting: what it is, how to do it, why you might (or might not) want to do it, and her own evolving relationship with this controversial practice
Apr 05, 2024•28 min•Ep. 119
In this episode, Sasha talks about mistakes she's made (repeatedly!) when knitting with handspun.
Mar 29, 2024•13 min•Ep. 117
In this episode, Sasha talks about how she uses Ravelry to make better projects with her handspun yarn.
Mar 22, 2024•12 min•Ep. 113
In this episode, Sasha offers three tips for how to get great results when knitting with handspun yarns.
Mar 15, 2024•15 min•Ep. 111
In this episode, Sasha explains why new spinners should start using their handspun yarn right away.
Mar 08, 2024•9 min•Ep. 109
In this episode, Sasha talks about her course for new and self-taught spinners, Spin School.
Mar 01, 2024•12 min•Ep. 115
In this episode, members of The Guild by Sheepspot, our membership program that provides community, consistency, and challenge to intermediate and advanced hand spinners, share the rewards they reap from their spinning habits.
Feb 23, 2024•10 min•Ep. 107
In this episode, Sasha talks about how to create a spinning habit quickly and easily.
Feb 16, 2024•14 min•Ep. 105
In this episode, Sasha talks about how to manage your spinning life in ways that support a durable spinning habit.
Feb 09, 2024•17 min•Ep. 103
In this episode Sasha explores the nature of habits, and why you should build spinning into your daily routine.
Feb 02, 2024•12 min•Ep. 101
In this episode, Sasha shares her three favorite wheels for newer spinners, why she loves them, and what new spinners should consider when choosing their first wheel.
Jan 26, 2024•17 min•Ep. 97
In this episode, Sasha solves two mysteries of wheel mechanics that had her stumped for ages.
Jan 19, 2024•11 min•Ep. 99
In the third episode, Sasha talks about what she calls The Pillars of Skillful Spinning™, and how they can help you think about the field of spinning knowledge in a more holistic way.
Jan 12, 2024•12 min•Ep. 87
In this episode, Sasha talks about strategy, tactics, why spinners tend to focus on tactics, and the advantages of thinking strategically about the kinds of spinners we want to be. Plus, a freebie download to help you get to know your ideal future spinning self!
Jan 05, 2024•11 min•Ep. 91
