Episode 71: Fiber Has Two Jobs

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Episode 71: Fiber Has Two Jobs

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Feb 7, 2020

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In this episode, Sasha suggests a small shift in how you think about fiber that can really help your spinning.
Mentioned in the episode:
Episode 44: Meet the Down (And Down-like) Breeds
Episode 9: Breed Spotlight: Rambouillet
Episode 4: Woolen? Worsted?
Episode 15: All About Sampling
Episode 59: Sampling for a Project

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Feb 7, 2020

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Titles in the series (100)

The Sheepspot Podcast offers quick, actionable tips that you can use right away to make better yarn, use that yarn in ways that delight you, or otherwise enrich your practice as a fiber artist by deepening your knowledge of spinning techniques or materials.

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Episode 9: Breed spotlight: Rambouillet: In this episode of the podcast, Sasha talks about one of her favorite wools, Rambouillet.Mentioned in this episode:Rambouillet at Sheepspot by The Sheepspot Podcast
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Episode 20: Your Spinning Mindset: In this episode of the podcast, Sasha talks about how the way we think about spinning affects how easily we become better spinners.Mentioned in this episode:Bust Your Spinning Ruts, an online class from Sheepspot coming in early May Mindset: The New ... by The Sheepspot Podcast
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Episode 19: PlyAway!: In this episode of the podcast, Sasha tells all about her trip to PlyAway, including that weird day when she was accused of shacking up with someone with (almost) the same name as hers.Mentioned in this episode:Online classes from Sheepspot!Jack Stac... by The Sheepspot Podcast
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Episode 7: Behind the scenes: The Sheepspot fiber club: In this episode of the podcast, Sasha talks about what's involved in getting a fiber club shipment ready to go out to members.Mentioned in this episode:The Sheepspot Fiber Club by The Sheepspot Podcast
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Episode 30: Breed Spotlight | Perendale: On this week’s podcast, we talk Perendale!Mentioned in the episode:The Sheepspot Podcast episode 29 (Meet the longwools)The Sheepspot Podcast episode 28 (Why rare breeds matter)The Knitted Bear CompanyRamparts Farm and Wool MillTell Sasha which breed... by The Sheepspot Podcast
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Episode 15: All About Sampling: Mentioned in this episode:The Sheepspot Fiber ClubThe Sheepspot Community Facebook Page by The Sheepspot Podcast
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Episode 12: Be Kind, Rewind: Mentioned in this episode:6 inch bobbins from SchachtBobbin winder from LouetBobbin winder from SchachtHandcrafted Maple Weavers' Shuttle Bobbin WinderDIY bobbin winderRachel Smith's video on winding bobbinsThe Sheepspot Newsletter by The Sheepspot Podcast
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Episode 22: Get to know your default yarn: Mentioned in this episode:DIY Twist Angle GaugeOnline Classes at SheepspotEpisode 4: Woolen/WorstedMcMorran Yarn Balance from The WooleryRavelry's Standard Yarn WeightsAdditional resources:Jillian Moreno, "A Spinner's Compass," Knitty 47 (Spring/Summ... by The Sheepspot Podcast
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Episode 21: Six Ways to Bust Your Spinning Rut: In this episode of the podcast, Sasha gives you six ways to stop spinning your default yarn over and over. Download the resource guide for a list of books and video classes to help get you out of your spinning rut and back into your spinning groove! by The Sheepspot Podcast
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Episode 26: Self-Care for Creatives: Mentioned in this episode:Michael Pollan, In Defense of FoodGregg D. Jacobs, Say Good Night to InsomniaSimple Habit meditation app7 Health Reasons to Take Up KnittingShould you knit? by The Sheepspot Podcast
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Encore Episode: Woolen? Worsted?: In this episode of the podcast, Sasha talks about woolen and worsted yarns, how to spin yarns in either style, and when you might choose a woolen yarn over a worsted one and vice versa.Additional resources on the woolen-worsted continuum:Jacey Boggs ... by The Sheepspot Podcast
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Episode 23: Wheels: In this episode, Sasha talks about her spinning wheels—past and present. by The Sheepspot Podcast
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Episode 27: Sheepspot's Mission: Mentioned in this episode:Cabin Boy KnitsSpinDoctorEpisode 2 of the Sheepspot Podcast, on wool typesRare breed survival trustLivestock ConservancyBrene Brown websiteThe Sheepspot Fiber Club by The Sheepspot Podcast
22 min listen
Episode 18: Washing Fleeces: Mentioned in this episode:"Washing & Spinning Cormo Locks and Other Fine Wools" by Beth SmithJudith Mackenzie’s Interweave DVD, Three Bags FullMesh Lingerie BagsCleaner's Supply Comforter BagsUnicorn Power Scour, at Amazon or directly from UnicornMes... by The Sheepspot Podcast
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Episode 17: Buying Fleeces: Mentioned in this episode:Sheepspot Podcast Episode 2 and Episode 6Sheepspot Fleece Club by The Sheepspot Podcast
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Episode 37: Getting the most out of your next spinning class: In this episode of the podcast, Sasha talks about how to make sure that you get the most out of your next in-person spinning class. There’s some tough love. #sorrynotsorryMentioned in this episode:The Livestock Conservancy’s Shave ‘Em to Save ‘Em Cha... by The Sheepspot Podcast
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Episode 24: Tools: Mentioned in this episode:Will Taylor/Judith MacKenzie Lazy KateTyvek Wristbands by The Sheepspot Podcast
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Episode 29: Meet the longwools: In this episode, Sasha talks about the longwools - breeds to look for, prep suggestions, and tips and tricks for spinning these fibers. by The Sheepspot Podcast
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Episode 28: Why rare sheep breeds matter: In this episode of the podcast, Sasha talks about why rare sheep breeds—and rare breeds of other livestock—are so important (and not just to spinners). This episode is about what's threatening genetic diversity in these animals, and why it matters. by The Sheepspot Podcast
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Episode 25: Getting Ready for a Fiber Festival: Mentioned in this episode:The Prince Edward County Fiber FestivalSheepspot on Instagram by The Sheepspot Podcast
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Episode 71: Fiber Has Two Jobs

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