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dj524
Warming Up
USA
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 Posted - 03/29/2006 : 10:26:26 PM
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I'm looking for this book and read it was supposed to be reprinted. I haven't been able to find it as such, anyone know of someplace to get it (other than amazon where it's $40)?
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jen.j
New Pal
Canada
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Posted - 03/30/2006 : 08:46:48 AM
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Checkout http://www.patgreencarders.com/about.htm : "Now reprinted: Paula’s book ‘Spinning for Softness and Speed’ detailing the one-hand soft-yard method for controlling twist and yarn size. $20 US including postage." (Paula Simmons is Pat Green's partner.)
The phone number for ordering is 1-877-898-2273 |
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dj524
Warming Up
USA
54 Posts |
Posted - 04/03/2006 : 5:08:29 PM
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Thanks, found it!!
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Becky in MO
Seriously Hooked
769 Posts |
Posted - 04/03/2006 : 6:08:08 PM
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KromGal
Gabber Extraordinaire
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Posted - 04/03/2006 : 7:44:21 PM
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| Sure. It's a seldom taught method or technique that Paula calls "one of the five basic" spinning techniques. It's a one-handed, or point of contact method that, when mastered, enables the spinner to spin faster, better, softer yarn. She claims you can conquer "overtwist" in a day and even learn to spin without looking! I keep trying.... |
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Becky in MO
Seriously Hooked
769 Posts |
Posted - 04/04/2006 : 06:41:33 AM
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| I did an interlibrary loan. I don't know if my library will be able to find it or not. They are notorious on sending me alot of letters saying they aren't able to find some books I want to read. Ugh! |
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gwenith
Chatty Knitter
USA
126 Posts |
Posted - 05/11/2006 : 11:41:41 AM
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I do hope you can see a copy soon.
It, and using a supported spindle, and a book charka made me a spinner.
Spinning was my basic rehab after a massive bleed brain attack. By watching my left hand long draw, I got motor control back. I didn't get back most of the sensory perception.
Years before, I had used the lofty, air trapping long draw spin, ply, knit yarns to re-educate those who thought wool had to be heavy on old arthritic shoulders.
Eventually, It was the basic foundation for my worsted and semi-worsted lace wt yarns.
Would a lys, teacher, crafting group have a copy in their personal library? Check the thrift stores for books and tools too.
enjoy, :)gwenith |
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azblueskies
Permanent Resident
2294 Posts |
Posted - 05/11/2006 : 12:35:49 PM
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I'd buy anything that would guarantee I wouldn't over twist again.
azblue
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azblueskies
Permanent Resident
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Posted - 08/24/2006 : 07:37:22 AM
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How long did it take to get the book? I sent a check with a note to the address on their website on 8/10 so it's just been two weeks since mailing it, but I wondered how long it took others. Thanks!
azblue
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KathyR
Permanent Resident
New Zealand
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Posted - 08/24/2006 : 4:57:01 PM
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I bought mine from Susan's Fiber Shop. I rang Paula Simmons for a copy but they don't sell overseas and she pointed me to Susan's. Very good, speedy service from Susan.
KathyR
Rudeness is the weak man's imitation of strength. |
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BlueShadow1
New Pal
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Posted - 08/28/2006 : 1:52:29 PM
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| I can recommend Paula's technique. I got the book about a year ago and have really seen a difference in my spinning. I spin faster, in a more relaxed manner, and my yarn is more even with less effort, since I started using this method. I still can't spin without looking (and don't know if I ever will (grin!)) |
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azblueskies
Permanent Resident
2294 Posts |
Posted - 08/29/2006 : 07:06:23 AM
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My check was cashed yesterday so hopefully I'll receive the book soon. I'm looking forward to reading it.
azblue
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swanknitter
New Pal
Australia
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Posted - 12/28/2006 : 07:50:43 AM
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I was a tad bit disappointed as it dictates a type of spinning which obviously a lot of spinners want to learn but I don't. I am one of those boring inch-worm worsted spinners and am happy doing it. I have no desire to learn to do this sort of spinning and if I could find where in this house the book went to hide from me I would offer it to a new home, I will never be as dedicated or as co-ordinated enough to spin for softness or speed.
Carol
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diane leirer
Chatty Knitter
USA
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melissajean
New Pal
USA
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Spinning for Softness & Speed Reprint?
