The Sheepspot Podcast offers quick, actionable tips that you can use right away to make better yarn, use that yarn in ways that delight you, or otherwise enrich your practice as a fiber artist by deepening your knowledge of spinning techniques or materials.
Episodes
Aug 16, 2024
Aug 16, 2024
17 min
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:
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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.
Aug 9, 2024
Aug 9, 2024
14 min
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:
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Sarah Anderson's DIY Lazy Kate Video - no longer available online
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
Aug 2, 2024
Aug 2, 2024
26 min
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.
Jul 26, 2024
Jul 26, 2024
10 min
In this episode, Sasha talks about the strategies she's developed when spinning commercial fiber blends with mixed staple lengths.
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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.
Jul 19, 2024
Jul 19, 2024
12 min
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.
Jul 12, 2024
Jul 12, 2024
11 min
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!
Here's the link to the Podcast search page and playlists.
Jul 8, 2024
Jul 8, 2024
11 min
In this episode, Sasha offers some tips and resources on creating unique fiber blends.
Mentioned in this episode:
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Sarah Anderson's Spinning Exotic Fiber Blends
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The Fiber Imp: Sheepless Fiber Sampler
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Hand Cards:
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.
Jun 28, 2024
Jun 28, 2024
1 hr 51 sec
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.
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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.
Jun 21, 2024
Jun 21, 2024
12 min
In this episode, Sasha talks about the inspiring effects of community.
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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.
Jun 20, 2024
Jun 20, 2024
12 min
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.