I have been on a spinning kick of late, which is a good thing for me as I’m starting to get better and more consistent in my spinning.
Over the last two weeks I’ve been experimenting with 3-ply during my SAL (spin along) with my dear friend Elseline in England (Musings in the Moment). The two of us have been spinning the BFL from the British Breeds Sampler pack from Hilltop Cloud. I’ve never spun for 3-ply but I’ve been very pleased with my results. I didn’t quite make my 25 yards that I was aiming for, so I will work on yardage for next weeks spinning with Elseline!
Top: 19 yards of dark brown BFL
Bottom: 22 1/2 yards of oatmeal BFL
So after learning I could spin for 3-ply yarn, I decided this week to finally try my fiber that I purchase last year from the Cupcake Fiber Co. So on the wheel this weeks is a blend of 88% Superwash BFL and 12 % Nylon in the colorway Winter Lake, which is a mix of soft blue green and teal tones with just a touch of gray. I really love how the color seems to change as I spin. This fiber comes in six batts that measure exactly 1 oz each, with the intent to spin a 3-ply for socks.
All three bobbins are ready to go and I’m planning to ply this weekend so I can get started on the next 3 oz. I’m really excited and this will be the first time I’ve spun for socks!
Winter Lake
This was my 3rd Bobbin, which is now done.
3 Bobbins full and ready for plying!
I just had to share a photo of my bobbins on the new lazy kate that my husband made for me this past weekend and I love it! It really keeps the bobbins moving good and the fiber doesn”t seem to stick together during plying like it had on the lazy kate that came with my Ashford Traditional.
I also received in the mail two gorgeous skeins of handspun from my dearest fiber sister Simone of Sand and Sky Creations. As you may remember in a prior post, I had great joy in learning that I won not only a copy of Woolly Wormhead’s new eBook, Classic Woolly Toppers , but handspun yarn from Simone. Simone’s handspun is truly gorgeous and so squishy soft!!! I can’t wait to find just the right patterns for this gorgeous yarn!
- On the left: “Calypso” – Aran weight in100% BFL wool
On the right: “Seashells” – DK weight in a lovely blend of 40% merino, 40% bamboo, 10% tussah silk an 10% nylon firestar
So, what’s on your wheel or needles this week?
Oh I love your fiber cakes and how they are looking spun. I also love your lazy kate and wishing I had one like it. LOL I’ve only spun 3 ply once and made a pair of socks with them and loved. Unfortunately my hubby accidently through them in the wash and the felted. LOL Mine were knitted with superwash wool, but pure 100 % wool from raw Australian Bond fleece that I had washed, carded, spun and knitted from scratch. Oh well, time to knit myself another pair. Happy Spinning!
Thank you all the way around Ginny! I have to say I’ve had my share of sock misfortunes too but we can always knit more, right? Happy spinning to you too Ginny
My goodness you are turning into a prolific spinner!
Do you have a plan for your newly won Calypso and Seashells yarn? They are such beautiful colors. Congrats!
I really am Kasey and I’m loving it
Now plans yet for my newly won yarns but I’m thinking a hat or scarf would be nice.
Wow, so much beautiful yarn.
Thank you so much! Now I have to find patterns to with it all
What a delightful post to wake up to this morning. Lots os squishy soft yarns to look at. I very much lime the bobbin holder that your hubby made for you! I have not been brave enuf yet to attempt 3-ply.
Have a great weekend and thanks for brightening up my world with your posts! -xoxo
Ahhhh…. thanks Wen
. I wasn’t brave either but Elseline has been the force behind me trying! Have a wonderful weekend too 
I’m liking your 3 ply, and the natural color of the fleece. Winter Lake reminds me greatly of soft cotton candy. Looks like a really soft spin. I have started to spin some Merino as of yesterday and I am going to Navajo ply it. I finally finished spinning the Mohair fleece we spoke about the other day. Have a blessed day. And, I will get to painting my electric spinning wheel today. I need extra hours in the day….and you!!!!!
Thank you Blondell! The winter lake truly is a soft fiber to spin and I’m really enjoying it. I hope you post a photo of your painted electric spinning wheel and I’ve been enjoying your spinning adventures on your blog
Well, I spun Merino all day and until late today and did not paint the electric spinning wheel. I took it out to do it, but after realizing I have to unscrew it to paint it I opted to spin more Merino. Maybe I’ll get motivated tomorrow and take it apart. I need to paint it, though. I actually found applique to put on it also. Nice flowers. Figured I would deck her out….you know.
Well it sounds like you had a good day of spinning and you’ll find the right time to deck out your wheel
. ….can’t wait to see it!
WOW! Fabulous spinning! I refuse to click on your links, I have enough fiber that needs to be spun. You temptress!
Thank you so very much but I truly can’t believe you’re resisting the urge to click on the clicks
Your homespun is very neat and very consistent. I am still struggling with that, although I am better now than I was last year. I love the colors too. Both skeins are so warm in color, and I know they are soft as can be just looking at them.
Congratulations on winning that gorgeous homespun from your friend too. I’m sure you’ll have great fun knitting it up too.
Thank you so very much Sandie! I too have been struggling with consistency but have found I’ve gotten better since I’ve started spinning at least 30 minutes every day. Keep it up, you’ll soon find that you will achieve the goals you set for yourself
Your spinning is lovely and I can’t believe how much you’ve got spun! I’m also tickled that you like your won yarns
Thank you so much Simone and spinning every day is truly helping! Oh I absolutely love the yarns I won and now I’m searching for just the right patterns
Churro fleece is good for both. But for weaving you use the down and the hair (short and long fibers). For clothing you use only the down (short fibers). I am in the process of separating short and long fibers now to use in my vest design we were talking about. Left my reply here since twitter only lets you have so much space.
Thank you so much and I look forward to seeing that vest of yours
Love that blue!! Oh my goodness, it’s gorgeous! Your 3-ply looks excellent too.
Your husband MAKES spinning supplies? Honestly, I am going to have to have a talk with mine, lol!
Thank you so much
. Yes, my hubby makes me spinning supplies and I’m very fortunate that he has a crafty side too – he loves woodworking 