New Beginnings

We all have projects we put off, thinking we don't have the time to give them justice or we simply have not mastered the skill level to have them turn out properly.  I am learning that  skills come when you are willing to put yourself out there and try.  Failure is not defeat.  All life is a process and it is best lived with attempts rather than regrets.

 I have recently tried my hand at drop spindle spinning.  I held onto the 4oz Mountain Colors 100% Targhee wool for over a year before I got the courage/guts to try.  I am happy to say, it did turn into yarn and some of that fancy thick/thin designer stuff that can cost a lot!  Okay, all beginners probable make this same 'fancy' yarn, it is a gift we have while learning to teach our brains/hands what to do. 

They say to spin 15 minutes a day and you will see progress.  I couldn't stop once I got started, and spun all 4oz within a few days.  There was improvement towards the end, so once I plied it  there was a little better consistency in the thickness.  A definite Chunky weight.  I am pleased with it and love the colors.  That is one of the reasons I waited so long, wondering what the fiber would do while spinning.  I was very encouraged once I started watching TheKnitGirlls and their talking about spinning and showing their work.  I looked around Ravelry and realized that homespun regardless of the colors, looks great.  I honestly haven't seen one that makes me sick yet.

I have started the Starving Artist Hat by LaLa of the KnitGirllls, a free pattern found on Ravelry.  It calls for only 104 yards and I think I was able to get 97.5 yds.  Hopeful to finish it all in the handspun and if not, a stripe will be added.  So if you have been putting off your spinning, I hope this has encouraged you to jump in and spin.

 Add a little twist to your life...it's fun!