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PublisherInterweave Press, LLC
ISBN-101883010888
ISBN-139781883010881
eBay Product ID (ePID)1906526
Product Key Features
Book TitleAlden Amos Big Book of Handspinning : Being a Compendium of Information, Advice, and Opinions on the Noble Art and Craft
Number of Pages480 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicWeaving
Publication Year2001
IllustratorYes
GenreCrafts & Hobbies
AuthorAlden Amos
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height0.5 in
Item Weight37.7 Oz
Item Length9 in
Item Width7 in
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Reviews"A great and entertaining read. . . . Informative and funny . . . [despite] the very technical nature of the book." -Spindle and Wheel online magazine, "Just when double-treadle spinning wheels had become popular, Amos caused quite a stir by suggesting that they were not necessarily God's gift to the handspinner. As the owner of a double-treadle spinning wheel, I couldn't resist looking to see if his opinion had changed in the intervening years. Nope. Amos argues here that you don't really need this type of wheel unless, among other things, 'you are such a klutz that you cannot keep the wheel going with one foot.' Amos, who has been making spinning wheels and studying handspinning for more than 40 years, has finally distilled this experience into a definitive book deserving of its title. Even the most knowledgeable spinner will learn something and will be entertained in the bargain. This major contribution to the literature should be in any library where there is demand, though small public libraries may prefer less comprehensive books, such as Lee Raven's Hands on Spinning (1987) or Connie Delaney's Spindle Spinning: From Novice to Expert (Kokovoco, 1998) to offer beginners." - Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc., Library Journal "A great and entertaining read...Informative and funny...[despite] the very technical nature of the book." - Spindle and Wheel online magazine, "Just when double-treadle spinning wheels had become popular, Amos caused quite a stir by suggesting that they were not necessarily God's gift to the handspinner. As the owner of a double-treadle spinning wheel, I couldn't resist looking to see if his opinion had changed in the intervening years. Nope. Amos argues here that you don't really need this type of wheel unless, among other things, 'you are such a klutz that you cannot keep the wheel going with one foot.' Amos, who has been making spinning wheels and studying handspinning for more than 40 years, has finally distilled this experience into a definitive book deserving of its title. Even the most knowledgeable spinner will learn something and will be entertained in the bargain. This major contribution to the literature should be in any library where there is demand, though small public libraries may prefer less comprehensive books, such as Lee Raven's Hands on Spinning (1987) or Connie Delaney's Spindle Spinning: From Novice to Expert (Kokovoco, 1998) to offer beginners." - Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc., Library Journal "A great and entertaining read...Informative and funny...[despite] the very technical nature of the book." -- Spindle and Wheel online magazine, "Just when double-treadle spinning wheels had become popular, Amos caused quite a stir by suggesting that they were not necessarily God's gift to the handspinner. As the owner of a double-treadle spinning wheel, I couldn't resist looking to see if his opinion had changed in the intervening years. Nope. Amos argues here that you don't really need this type of wheel unless, among other things, 'you are such a klutz that you cannot keep the wheel going with one foot.' Amos, who has been making spinning wheels and studying handspinning for more than 40 years, has finally distilled this experience into a definitive book deserving of its title. Even the most knowledgeable spinner will learn something and will be entertained in the bargain. This major contribution to the literature should be in any library where there is demand, though small public libraries may prefer less comprehensive books, such as Lee Raven's Hands on Spinning (1987) or Connie Delaney's Spindle Spinning: From Novice to Expert (Kokovoco, 1998) to offer beginners." - Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc., Library Journal "A great and entertaining read...Informative and funny...[despite] the very technical nature of the book." — Spindle and Wheel online magazine
SynopsisAlden Amos shares his deep knowledge of wheel mechanics, spinning fibers, wheel construction, and yarn, as well as a wealth of spinning history and traditions. Every aspect of handspinning is explored, including dissolving lanolin, washing fleece, rotating wheel position, and choosing types of wool. Also discussed are various hand positions, which can result in everything from smooth, fine thread to funky, bulky yarn., Wheel designer and maintainer of textile traditions, Alden Amos the recipient and evaluator of traditional wisdom lets no point go unexamined. This is truly a BIG book offering decades of experience in making and handling yarn. He'll change your spinning for the better, whether you agree with him or not., Being a Compendium of Information, Advice, and Opinion on the Noble Art & CraftWheel designer and maintainer of textile traditions, Alden Amos the recipient and evaluator of traditional wisdom lets no point go unexamined. This is truly a BIG book offering decades of experience in making and handling yarn. He'll change your spinning for the better, whether you agree with him or not.
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- 23. Mär. 2021
Exceptional reference for spinners
This book lives up to all the hype. This is the most exhaustive book on spinning that I've ever seen. Mr Amos had a gift for speaking on spinning. The book plainly discusses the basic logic of spinning yet still manages more complicated concepts as needed. This book is equally suited for beginners and more advanced spinners that want to take their craft up a notch. Best yet the book is amusing and engaging making the content memorable. It's easy to learn from this book. I highly recommend it.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 14. Sep. 2023
Great Book
Thank you so much I love this book and it’s really in good shape.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 21. Nov. 2018
great answer book.
Wonderful compendium of spinning information. Great reference for any spinners.Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
