• Episode 124: Tools for Worsted Prep

  • Oct 4 2024
  • Length: 14 mins
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Episode 124: Tools for Worsted Prep

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  • Summary

  • In this episode, Sasha discusses a variety of ways prepare fiber for worsted spinning.

    Mentioned in this episode:

    Sources for combing tools:

    woolcombs.com offers English, Russian paddle, and Viking combs

    valkyrietools.com offers a variety of viking-style comps. Caveat emptor: those teeth are sharp.

    Video Demos

    Combing Wool the Right Way tutorial with Susan McFarland

    Excellent short introduction to combing with mini-combs

    Combing Wool

    Good discussion of a variety of types of combs and demos of each

    Woolcombing (parts 1-4)

    Very detailed demonstration of using four-pitch English combs

    Demonstration of flick carding a soft Shetland fleece

    Other Info

    Kate Larson, "Flicking and Carding Painted Locks"

    This article offers insight into why you might choose a lock-by-lock prep method and there's a good illustration of using one hand carder to prep locks

    You can find the script for this episode HERE.

    You can comment on and discuss this episode here in The Flock, Sheepspot’s free online community for inquisitive spinners.

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