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Handspinner's Companion - From Fibre to Yarn - cover

Handspinner's Companion - From Fibre to Yarn

Amanda Hannaford

Publisher: The Crowood Press

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Summary

This practical book explains the full process of handspinning, from choosing a fleece through to plying your own handspun yarn. Packed with advice and with over 400 photographs, it includes multiple step-by-step sequences to help the complete beginner become an accomplished spinner.
Available since: 08/12/2025.
Print length: 144 pages.

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