The Sheepspot Podcast

Episode 117: Five Great Wools for New Spinners

Spinning Fundamentals Encore Episode 

In this episode, Sasha talks about five beginner-friendly wools that new spinners can use to build their spinning skills.

Mentioned in this episode:

• The Sheepspot Podcast, Episodes 56 and 57 (My Spinning Story)

• The Sheepspot Podcast, Episode 44 (Meet the Down Breeds)

You can find the transcript for this episode HERE.

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

Here's the link to the Podcast search page and playlists. 

Since these episodes are encores, you may occasionally hear Sasha mention classes or offers that are no longer available.

Episode 116: Plying for consistency

Spinning Fundamentals Encore Episode 

In this episode, Sasha talks about what you can do with your wheel, your lazy Kate, and your singles to ply your yarns for consistency.

Mentioned in this episode:

• Sarah Anderson's DIY Lazy Kate Video - no longer available online

• The Sheepspot Podcast Episode 10

You can find the transcript for this episode HERE.

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

Here's the link to the Podcast search page and playlists. 

Since these episodes are encores, you may occasionally hear Sasha mention classes or offers that are no longer available

Episode 115: Spinning More Consistent Singles

Spinning Fundamentals Encore Episode 

In this episode of the podcast, Sasha walks through the process of spinning even singles, from sampling to maintaining an even twist.

Mentioned in this episode: 

Consistent Singles Cheat Sheet 

You can find the transcript for this episode HERE.

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

Here's the link to the Podcast search page and playlists. 

Since these episodes are encores, you may occasionally hear me mention classes or offers that are no longer available.

Episode 114: Spinning Commercial Fiber Blends with Mixed Staple Lengths

In this episode, Sasha talks about the strategies she's developed when spinning commercial fiber blends with mixed staple lengths.

Mentioned in this episode: 

• Episode 15: All About Sampling

• Episode 66: Twist is a Choice

You can find the transcript for this episode HERE.

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

Here's the link to the Podcast search page and playlists. 

Episode 113: 4 Tips on Creating Wool/Silk Blends with a Drum Carder

In this episode, Sasha offers four crucial tips for creating wool/silk blends with a drum carder.

You can find the transcript for this episode HERE.

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

Here's the link to the Podcast search page and playlists. 

Episode 112: An Easy Fiber Blending Project: My Chemo Hat Recipe

In this episode, Sasha shares an easy fiber blending project; her chemo hat recipe. 

Mentioned in this episode: 

Episode 100: The Woolen Drafts 

You can find the transcript for this episode HERE.

You can comment on and discuss this episode here in The Flock, Sheepspot’s free online community for inquisitive spinners. Also in The Flock, you'll find the freebie for this episode. 

 

And if you do try this, please share pictures in The Flock or on Instagram with the hashtags  #sheepspotpodcast and #chemohatrecipe!

 

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Episode 111: Get Started Blending Fiber

In this episode, Sasha offers some tips and resources on creating unique fiber blends.

Mentioned in this episode: 

• Sarah Anderson's Spinning Exotic Fiber Blends

• The Fiber Imp: Sheepless Fiber Sampler

• Hand Cards: 

  • Schacht link

  • Clemes & Clemes link

You can find the transcript for this episode HERE.

You can comment on and discuss this episode here in The Flock, Sheepspot’s free online community for inquisitive spinners. Also in The Flock, you can download the freebie mentioned in this episode by clicking here. 

 

Here's the link to the Podcast search page and playlists.

Episode 110: Spinning and mental health II: a conversation

In this episode, Sasha talks about some of the resources linking handwork to happiness and healthy brains. She is joined by two members of The Guild by Sheepspot - Suzanne R. and Susan C.

Mentioned in this episode: 

• Episode 102: Spinning and Mental Health

You can find the transcript for this episode HERE.

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

Here's the link to the Podcast search page and playlists. 

Episode 109: Community as a Source of Inspiration, or The "Scenius"

In this episode, Sasha talks about the inspiring effects of community.

Mentioned in this episode: 

• Scenius: why creatives are stronger together

• Wired.com, Scenius, or Communal Genius

You can find the transcript for this episode HERE.

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

Here's the link to the Podcast search page and playlists. 

Episode 108: What to look for in a healthy spinning community

In this episode, Sasha talks about what to look for in a healthy spinning community.

You can find the transcript for this episode HERE.

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

Here's the link to the Podcast search page and playlists.