The Sheepspot Podcast

In this episode, Sasha talks about the importance of value as it relates to color. Mentioned in this episode:  Deb Menz: Color Works You can find the script 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. 

In this episode, Sasha explores the difference between "blue" and "blue-green" and the relationship between different hues.  You can find the script 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.  Click here to see the images of the hues. 

In this episode, Sasha explains the "continuum of blendiness," a rubric for understanding different ways to control optical mixing. Mentioned in the episode: Episode 101: Combination Drafting vs. Combination Spinning Debbie Held: Best Practices in Fractal Spinning Podcast Freebie: Click here to download You can find the script for this episode HERE . You can comment on and discuss this episode   h...

In this episode, Sasha explains optical mixing. You can find the script 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. 

In this episode, Sasha talks about her color journey and how she went from being massively color challenged to becoming a dyer. You can find the script 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. 

In this episode, Sasha reviews her brand new fiber-preparation tool, the Lock Pop from Clemes and Clemes. You can find the script 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. 

In this episode, Sasha reviews the Louet two-pitch mini-combs. Spoiler alert: she loves them! Mentioned in this episode: The Fibre Garden The Woolery You can find the script 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. 

In this episode, Sasha talks about what you should consider when you are choosing hand carders. Mentioned in this episode: Etsy Shop: Fellview Fibres Etsy Shop: Lea Wild Creative Video: Hand Carding with Beth Smith You can find the script 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 l...

In this episode, Sasha discusses a variety of ways to prepare fiber for worsted spinning. Mentioned in this episode: Sources for combing tools: woolcombs.com offers English, Russian paddle, and Viking combs valkyrietools.com offers a variety of viking-style comps. Caveat emptor: those teeth are sharp. Video Demos Combing Wool the Right Way tutorial with Susan McFarland Excellent short introduction...

In this episode, Sasha indulges in a little post-retreat reflection on how spinning enables human connection. You can find the script 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.     

In this episode, Sasha talks about some of the downsides of going it alone when learning to spin. You can find the script 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. 

In this episode, Sasha talks about the three things she wishes she had known at the start of her spinning journey.  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.     

In this episode, Sasha encourages knitters, crocheters, and weavers to give spinning a try, and discusses some of the ways learning to spin will enhance their life with yarn. 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 p...

Spinning Fundamentals Encore Episode  In this 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. 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...

Spinning Fundamentals Encore Episode  This week’s episode of The Sheepspot Podcast, on The Spinner’s Journey, will help bring you clarity on where you are in your spinner’s journey, and what you might want to work on next to improve your spinning and make more yarns you love. Mentioned in this episode: Episodes 56 and 57 , about Sasha’s spinning story. You can find the transcript for this episode...

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 episod...

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  her...

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 s...

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. Her...

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. 

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 t...

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 communi...

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 comm...

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 pag...

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.