Expertise from Forbes Councils members, operated under license. Opinions expressed are those of the author. ­When making clothes before the 19th century, one important tool was the spinning wheel. The ...

Whether you are an experienced crafter chasing the perfect yarn or a beginner looking for an outlet for your creative talents, The Complete Guide to Spinning Yarn (St. Martin’s Griffin, 2012) by ...

To spread the fibers evenly across the carder, take a lock and catch the cut end on the teeth, using an index finger to hold the cut end as you pull the lock forward and away from the teeth with the ...

THESE two volumes form a very welcome addition to textile literature. The authors have a thorough grasp of their subject and a sympathetic understanding of the needs of students. As text-books, the ...

That nest of spinners, weavers and fiber producers known as the Anderson Valley has its own fair within the Mendocino County Fair: Boonville's California Wool and Fiber Festival, one of the country's ...

Scientific American is the authority on science and technology for a general audience, with coverage that explains how research changes our understanding of the world and shapes our lives. First ...