Making my own yarn is a huge interest for me. Does anyone know the most cost efficient way of starting out? I am also looking for book suggestions on starting out... Thanks!
Well, I don't know anything about it at all, but my sister dyes and spins her own. You can see her work on her blog: www.trailingyarn.com. I think it chronicles her experiences in learning to do each really well. (And she tends to be funny, too!)
Also, there's some kind of fiber show coming up in the Carolinas - Not sure if it's North or South, but it's basically a huge gathering of fiber freaks, including my sister. If you're able to go to that, I'm sure you'll get tons of info.
Linda
Linda's on the right track. A spindle and roving is the most inexpensive way to start out. Personally, when I teach someone for the first time, I suggest they also purchase some yarn that is a single (not plyed) that they like and start by learning how to ply. That gives you a begining understand of the mechanics of the tools before traying to manage the fiber, too. I suggest this for people starting either on a wheel or on a spindle.
Shawna
Here's a great spinning website that has lots of videos to watch too:
http://www.joyofhandspinning.com/
I agree that the first thing you should try is a drop spindle and roving. Ebay has lots of inexpensive listings.
:) RedTartan
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