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
Jan 19, 2024
Jan 19, 2024
11 min
In this episode, Sasha solves two mysteries of wheel mechanics that had her stumped for ages.
Jan 12, 2024
Jan 12, 2024
12 min
In the third episode, Sasha talks about what she calls The Pillars of Skillful Spinning™, and how they can help you think about the field of spinning knowledge in a more holistic way.
Jan 5, 2024
Jan 5, 2024
15 min
In this episode, Sasha shares what she's been up to in the 2 years, 9 months, and 3 days since the last podcast episode.
Jan 5, 2024
Jan 5, 2024
10 min
In this episode, Sasha talks about strategy, tactics, why spinners tend to focus on tactics, and the advantages of thinking strategically about the kinds of spinners we want to be. Plus, a freebie download to help you get to know your ideal future spinning self!
Apr 2, 2021
Apr 2, 2021
14 min
In this episode, Sasha explains how these yarns work, what fiber to use, and exactly how to make them, step by step.
Mar 26, 2021
Mar 26, 2021
13 min
In this episode, Sasha talks about her five favorite resources for spinning textured or “art” yarns, and about why even the most traditional spinners can benefit from learning these techniques.
Mar 20, 2021
Mar 20, 2021
34 min
In this episode, Sasha talks with Sheepspotters’ Society member Bridget Flynn about her spinning journey.
Mar 12, 2021
Mar 12, 2021
35 min
In this episode, Sasha chats with Sheepspotters’ Society member Vicky McKay about her spinning journey.
Mar 5, 2021
Mar 5, 2021
27 min
In this episode, Sasha chats with Sheepspotters’ Society member Nenette McNamara about her spinning journey.
Feb 26, 2021
Feb 26, 2021
30 min
In this episode, Sasha chats with Sheepspotters’ Society member and biology graduate student Allyssa Kilanowski about her spinning journey.