Spinning in the Old Way: How (and Why) To Make Your Own Yarn With A High-Whorl Handspindle

Priscilla A. Gibson-Roberts
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Knitters are discovering the pleasure and satisfaction of spinning their own yarns. Master craftsman Priscilla Gibson-Roberts guides readers in the fast-track, low-cost, high-quality approach to spinning. No spinning wheel required.
Genres: KnittingNonfictionCraftsReferenceHow To
176 Pages

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