The Spinner's Companion (Companion) [Spiral-bound]

Bobbie Irwin (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1, 2001

The definitive tool for spinners, this handy pocket-sized guide is filled with common spinning terms, tips on how to maintain wheels, and lessons on how to process fiber and spin yarn. Appropriate for spinners at every level of ability, this book presents clear, concise instruction on topics such as basic carding techniques, how to dress a distaff, and creating uniform yarns. This instructional guide proves as practical as it is comprehensive, making it a great addition to any spinning basket.

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

In 1996, Interweave published the first of their "companion" books, The Knitter's Companion. Then came The Beader's Companion and The Weaver's Companion. Now, hand spinners have their own handbook, a compendium of practical information on spinning wheels, preparing fibers for spinning, drafting, plying, fiber storage, and much more. This richly illustrated manual includes an excellent bibliography and a resource list. Public libraries with any interest in this subject will want this one. It's the type of book aspiring hand spinners will check out and then buy for their own collections.
Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc.

About the Author

Bobbie Irwin is the author of Tradition in the Making: Twine Rag Rugs and is a contributing editor to Spin-Off magazine. She lives in Montrose, Colorado.

Product Details

• Spiral-bound: 112 pages
• Publisher: Interweave Press (October 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1883010799
• ISBN-13: 978-1883010799
• Product Dimensions: 7 x 5.6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #167,568 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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42 of 42 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Must Have!, November 19, 2001

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Becky S Kobish (Wayland, Michigan United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Spinner's Companion (Companion) (Spiral-bound)

this book is packed full of all the little things you know, but can't quite remember when you need to.. Great tips and advice fo new spinners, and all the stuff experienced spinners sometimes need to be reminded of. All information from starting with a wheel or spindle to how to make boucle yarns! Highly recommended for everyone.

41 of 43 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Don't Spin Without It, December 10, 2001

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Elizabeth A. Harac (New Albany, IN) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Spinner's Companion (Companion) (Spiral-bound)

I had enough money to buy one book and picked this one over the Amos Big Book of Handspinning. Its compact size is perfect for keeping in my workbasket, it is also a perfect size for "going on the road." The information is clearly presented and valuable. And...it lacks the demeaning comments of the Amos book, for those spinners that use double tredle.

34 of 35 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars a good book for those just starting their library, February 28, 2002

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Penny L. Teem "Spindlespinner" (Hardy, Arkansas) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Spinner's Companion (Companion) (Spiral-bound)

If you've just learned to spin, this book will enhance your library. It is very clear and complete. It explains all those terms that get thrown around.... Grist, twist, ratio... This book will help you keep it all straight.