Show Notes
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 to combing with mini-combs Combing Wool Good discussion of a variety of types of combs and demos of each Woolcombing (parts 1-4) Very detailed demonstration of using four-pitch English combs Demonstration of flick carding a soft Shetland fleece Other Info Kate Larson, "Flicking and Carding Painted Locks" This article offers insight into why you might choose a lock-by-lock prep method and there's a good illustration of using one hand carder to prep locks 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.
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