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Respect the Spindle : Spin Infinite Yarns with One Amazing Tool by Abby Franquemont (2009, Trade Paperback)
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Combining fascinating historical narratives, traditions, and cultures from around the globe with vivid photography, this all-encompassing tour of the spindle also boasts easy-to-follow, contemporary techniques and styles that affirm the tool's enduring legacy.
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Product Identifiers
PublisherPenguin Publishing Group
ISBN-101596681551
ISBN-139781596681552
eBay Product ID (ePID)73659941
Product Key Features
Book TitleRespect the Spindle : Spin Infinite Yarns with One Amazing Tool
Number of Pages136 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicArchaeology, Reference, Weaving, Fiber Arts & Textiles
Publication Year2009
IllustratorYes
GenreSocial Science, Crafts & Hobbies
AuthorAbby Franquemont
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.4 in
Item Weight15.9 Oz
Item Length8.9 in
Item Width8.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2009-024380
Reviews"I have a decent assortment of spinning books, including some excellent ones that focus on spindles, but this book blows them away." -KnittingScholar.com, "A good introduction for those beginning to explore spinning, and a comprehensive guide to technique for experienced spindlers." - Library Journal "I have a decent assortment of spinning books, including some excellent ones that focus on spindles, but this book blows them away." - KnittingScholar.com "A great choice for those new to spinning and those who might feel cheated because their budget--or their living arrangements--make a wheel an impossibility." - About.com Guide to Knitting "Be prepared to have cliched thoughts about spindles and spinning on spindles blasted out of the water. Abby Franquemont has given spinners a encyclopedic gift on the topic of spindles. In a single volume, she will change the way you look at, think about and use...spindles." - Knitty.com "The instructions are very well done, nothing is rushed and there are good photos of everything you need. I'd happily recommend this to a beginner." - YarnMaker " Respect the Spindle is really lovely. It's perfect if you've always wanted to spin but were intimidated by spinning wheels because it makes the whole process a lot more elemental. Perfect for even the novice spinner!" - The Purl Bee "Abby Franquemont says spinning with a spindle can get you any kind of yarn you want; a spinning wheel never needs to be in your house if you don't want it. She makes this argument--and proves the point nicely--in her book Respect the Spindle ." - About.com "It's a comprehensive guide to using a drop spindle and it starts at the very beginning, which is perfect for a total novice like me." - Canadian Living craft blog, "A good introduction for those beginning to explore spinning, and a comprehensive guide to technique for experienced spindlers." -- Library Journal "I have a decent assortment of spinning books, including some excellent ones that focus on spindles, but this book blows them away." -- KnittingScholar.com "A great choice for those new to spinning and those who might feel cheated because their budget--or their living arrangements--make a wheel an impossibility." -- About.com Guide to Knitting "Be prepared to have clichéd thoughts about spindles and spinning on spindles blasted out of the water. Abby Franquemont has given spinners a encyclopedic gift on the topic of spindles. In a single volume, she will change the way you look at, think about and use...spindles." -- Knitty.com "The instructions are very well done, nothing is rushed and there are good photos of everything you need. I'd happily recommend this to a beginner." -- YarnMaker " Respect the Spindle is really lovely. It's perfect if you've always wanted to spin but were intimidated by spinning wheels because it makes the whole process a lot more elemental. Perfect for even the novice spinner!" - The Purl Bee "Abby Franquemont says spinning with a spindle can get you any kind of yarn you want; a spinning wheel never needs to be in your house if you don't want it. She makes this argument -- and proves the point nicely -- in her book Respect the Spindle ." - About.com "It's a comprehensive guide to using a drop spindle and it starts at the very beginning, which is perfect for a total novice like me." - Canadian Living craft blog, "Be prepared to have clichéd thoughts about spindles and spinning on spindles blasted out of the water. Abby Franquemont has given spinners a encyclopedic gift on the topic of spindles. In a single volume, she will change the way you look at, think about and use . . . spindles." -Knitty.com, "A good introduction for those beginning to explore spinning, and a comprehensive guide to technique for experienced spindlers." — Library Journal "I have a decent assortment of spinning books, including some excellent ones that focus on spindles, but this book blows them away." — KnittingScholar.com "A great choice for those new to spinning and those who might feel cheated because their budget—or their living arrangements—make a wheel an impossibility." — About.com Guide to Knitting "Be prepared to have clichéd thoughts about spindles and spinning on spindles blasted out of the water. Abby Franquemont has given spinners a encyclopedic gift on the topic of spindles. In a single volume, she will change the way you look at, think about and use...spindles." — Knitty.com, "A great choice for those new to spinning and those who might feel cheated because their budget—or their living arrangements—make a wheel an impossibility." —About.com Guide to Knitting, "A good introduction for those beginning to explore spinning, and a comprehensive guide to technique for experienced spindlers." --Library Journal
Dewey Edition22
Dewey Decimal746.1/2
Table Of ContentIntroductionSpindle AnatomyGetting StartedWhat About The Wheel?Fine TuningSpindle ProductivityPlyingYour Spindle LifestyleFive Spindle-Spun ProjectsBibliographyIndex
SynopsisThe perfect how-to book for any spinner with a growing collection of spindles or even just a dowel, with step-by-step photography with detailed illustrations, making the spindle spinning techniques clear to even the novice spinner., Portable and productive, the hand spindle has been responsible for creating the world's yarn for millennia. In Respect the Spindle, veteran spinner and spindle aficionado Abby Franquemont teaches spinners old and new how to create incredible yarn with this amazing, yet simple tool.Many contemporary spinners view the hand spindle as a beginner's tool, suited to learn the basic steps of spinning before moving on to a spinning wheel. In Respect the Spindle, Abby emphasizes the spindle's importance and its use in making yarn in advanced ways for high-end to novelty cloth.The perfect how-to book for any spinner with a growing collection of spindles or even just a dowel, Respect the Spindle includes: Step-by-step photography with detailed illustrations, making the spindle spinning techniques clear to even the novice spinner. Techniques from the basics, such as getting started on the spindle, to more specialized techniques, such as using the spindle to make specific kinds of yarn faster than imagined. Profiles of spindle spinners from various traditions are presented in sidebars throughout the book, which introduce heartwarming and historical fiber stories from around the world. Five simple projects give spinners practice in creating a variety of yarns and patterns. And more!, Enjoying a resurgence in popularity thanks to the current trend of DIY crafts, the hand spindle remains one of the most productive, versatile, and convenient tools for creating stunning fiber arts from home, as this beautifully illustrated guide from a veteran spinner and spindle aficionado demonstrates. With step-by-step instructions, this essential manual details the basic steps of spinning and then advances to the more complicated spinning wheel, showing how to use the spindle to make specific types of yarn, explaining traditional spindle spinning techniques, and detailing five simple projects designed to instill confidence in creating a variety of yarns with this simple tool. Combining fascinating historical narratives, traditions, and cultures from around the globe with vivid photography, this all-encompassing tour of the spindle also boasts easy-to-follow, contemporary techniques and styles that affirm the tool's enduring legacy.
LC Classification NumberTT847.F73 2009
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- Dec 18, 2017
Nice read
This book contains enough information to get you using your spindle and plying your yarn. I love photos and there are really nice quality informative photos included. I borrowed Respect the Spindle from the library before purchase so I knew what I was getting.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Jan 22, 2020
Good book to learn about spindles.
Fully covers spinning with a spindle. Goes over the many types of spindles and how they differ. Great photos.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Feb 07, 2020
Wonderful book!
Essential book for hand spinners using spindles.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Jul 28, 2020
Everything you need to know about hand spindles and spinning.
Clear instructions and lots of photosVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Oct 22, 2019
Great shape
Great book and in good shape like they said. I will order from them again!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Aug 05, 2025
Highly recommend
Excellent and thorough book on drop spinning.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
