Dear Spinning Circle,

I am reeling from the idea that we have been here for more than 300 episodes! Thank you from the bottom of my toes for being here, being present, supporting the work that Rebecca and I do, and continually showing up.

Live Stream: Tuesday, October 1 @ 10am Pacific / 12noon Central / 1pm Eastern / 6pm BST

Direct YouTube Link here

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Spinner’s Book of Yarn Designs Book Study 2024/2025: YARN STRUCTURE

Starting our Part III study this month, we will be exploring all things Yarn Structure. There will be a focus on socks & sock yarn spinning, along with other uses for these amazing structures – this is a great place to JOIN NOW if you’ve been watching from the sidelines. Syllabus: Part III (Yarn Structure) here.

• Welcoming 2024 Post here
• Welcoming 2024 for The Wool Circle & Spinning Staples here
• Year of Yarn 2024 Syllabus: Part I (Back to Basics) here
• Year of Yarn 2024 Syllabus: Part II (Stunning Singles) here

Quick Access to Events & Information in the community:

• Ketchup & Pickles for September 2024 here
• Queries & Explorations is a chance to come together to discuss projects, ideas & trouble-shooting in our making. For more information, check out the Queries tier on Patreon here.
• Recent Tutorial on how to use Ravelry & Slack 

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In the show today …

Fibre Preparation, Sampling & Spinning

Rideau Arcott/Charollais Fleece (2019) – Downy but also fine crimp; tippy – removing with nails, then carding, 3-4 passes on carder so lock popped easily to remove second cuts; Large batts off new carder – broke down into smaller nests for spinning {Ravelry Project Page here}

Shetland Fleece (2019) – hand picked open & carded; added 20% Egyptian Pima Cotton {Ravelry Project Page here}

Cotswold Fleece (2019) – combined with 20% peduncle silk for sampling; hand picked open then lock popped & carded (15g sample); 2-ply {Ravelry Project Page here}

Knitting

Rosemary Cardigan by Amy Christoffers – Disdero Ranch Roram Bulky in Ash; 5.5mm & 6.00mm // US 9 & 10 {Ravelry Project Page here}

Oolong Tee by Aimee Sher – MellyKnits CVM/Cotton/Silk 3-ply handspun; 3.5mm / US4 {Ravelry Project Page here & handspun page here}

FINISHED OBJECTS

Ranunculus by Midori House – Westcoast Colour Falkland in ‘F***ing Pantone’, 2-ply (spun in March 2020), total yardage = 896 yards / 230 grams (grist = 1770YPP); gauge = 23 sts x 4 in on 4.00mm / US 6 {Ravelry Project Page here}

Community Participation

As always, thank you to those who share in the community, uploading photos and thoughts about what you are working on! I appreciate it – it’s my pleasure to be able to share!

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Rachel’s 300th Show by Sam Elliott

Congratulations Rachel on your 300th Show,

It’s been fabulous to watch you grow and grow,

Each show you bring us lots to see,

To “ooos” and “ahhhs” and “let me see”.

Your inspiration appeals to one and all,

Your handknits and handspuns enthrall us all,

You’re our friend, our teacher and cheerleader too,

Our influencer “Yes I NEED that too!”

If anyone is stuck or not feeling the love,

You are right behind us with a friendly shove,

Just try it, a small bit, or maybe this way,

And before we know it we are cheering “Way Hay!”.

You are an Ambassador for all things handspun,

Knitting and crochet and of course handwoven,

Just keep on going just as you are,

You truly are our Leading Star!! 

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Thank you so much for joining me today!

Until then, Happy Making!