Find the spinning wheel that's right for you
A list of spinning wheel manufacturers and contact information including some custom wheel makers
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Parts of a spinning wheel
Get to know the parts of a spinning wheel
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Natural Fibers - Wool, Silk, Cotton and More
For the fiber artist in you; get to know the natural fibers - wool, silk, cotton, hemp, bamboo and more
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Wool Fiber to Spin, Knit and Dye
Useful information for fiber artists on wool fiber and silk
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Sheep wool breeds for the Fiber Arts
Wool breeds information for spinners, knitters and other fiber artists.
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Exotic Fibers - alpaca and llama, vicuña , guanaco, camel
Spinners, Knitters and other Fiber Artists - Learn what's so wonderful about exotic fibers
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Exotic Fiber - qiviut, bison, yak, cashmere, mohair and angora
Spinners, Knitters and other Fiber Artists - Learn what's so wonderful about exotic fiber
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Silk Fiber Information for the Fiber Artist
Interesting information about silk fiber - cultivated Bombyx and wild Tussah- for knitters, spinners and dyers.
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Natural Fibers from Plants
Learn about the cellulose natural fibers for knitting and spinning - cotton, hemp, flax and ramie
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Basic Knitting Stitches
See what the basic knitting stitches look like - stockinette, garter, rib knit and more
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Favourite Knitting Stitches
Some favourite knitting stitches, easy to use in your own patterns to knit scarves, blankets, hats and more.
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More Knitting Stitch patterns
It's fun to learn knitting stitch patterns and use them in your own designs.
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Favourite Knitting Stitches Books
Knitting stitches books that will help you create unique knit scarves, blankets, sweaters and more.
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Learn How To Knit
It's fun, it's easy, you can even learn how to knit on your own - basic knitting instructions will get you started.
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Yarn Weights and Gauges
Easy to read list of yarn types, yarn weights, gauges and suggested needle sizes
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Knitting Needles and Size Conversion
Choosing knitting needles and useful size conversion chart
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Easy Knit Hat Pattern
Simple but funky free knit hat pattern.
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Knitting Health Issues and Benefits
Knitting health advice will keep you knitting for years
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The Beauty of Natural Dyes
Natural dyes - the rich, warm and soothing colours of nature and their importance in today's world
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Natural Dyes from Blue Castle Fiber Arts
Ten beautiful natural dyes can be used to make hundreds of shades
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Natural dye shade charts
Some of the many shades possible with natural dye from Blue Castle Fiber Arts
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Natural Dye Plants
Natural dye plants that can be used to create your favourite colours on any natural fiber or material
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Natural Dye Instructions
Step by step natural dye instructions to use with wool, silk, cotton and other materials
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Natural Dye Reds - Madder, Cochineal, Kermes, Brazilwood
Natural dye plants that give the best reds and how to use them
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Natural Dyes and Mordants
Natural dyes list of mineral mordants and basic instructions for their use
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Natural Dye Blues - Indigo Dye, Woad and Logwood
Natural dye plants that give the best blues and how to use them
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Links to Fiber Art Supplies, Dyes and Other Great Crafts
Check out these great links to help you find fiber art supplies, natural dye products and get other cool craft ideas
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Eco-friendly links
Check out these eco-friendly links - websites to help us save the planet!
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