http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com Reviews for Handspinners Tue, 07 Feb 2012 17:52:15 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Reviews for Handspinners SpinDoctor no Reviews for Handspinners http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/wp-content/plugins/powerpress/rss_default.jpg http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2012/02/01/episode-030-why-dont-you-just-spin-it-2/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2012/02/01/episode-030-why-dont-you-just-spin-it-2/#comments Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:07:50 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=391 [...]]]> http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2012/02/01/episode-030-why-dont-you-just-spin-it-2/feed/ 0 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2012/02/01/episode-030-why-dont-you-just-spin-it/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2012/02/01/episode-030-why-dont-you-just-spin-it/#comments Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:05:39 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=392 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2012/02/01/episode-030-why-dont-you-just-spin-it/feed/ 3 I go out for a spin with Jillian.  Then, I devour Jacey Boggs’ yummy Spin Art, savor Schacht’s toothsome bulky plyer flyer, and review a scrumptious merino-cross fleece deliciously processed by Morro Fleece Works.  Plus, a new spinalong! I go out for a spin with Jillian.  Then, I devour Jacey Boggs’ yummy Spin Art, savor Schacht’s toothsome bulky plyer flyer, and review a scrumptious merino-cross fleece deliciously processed by Morro Fleece Works.  Plus, a new spinalong! SpinDoctor no http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2012/01/10/show-notes-for-episode-029-unplugged/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2012/01/10/show-notes-for-episode-029-unplugged/#comments Tue, 10 Jan 2012 15:10:37 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=385 [...]]]> http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2012/01/10/show-notes-for-episode-029-unplugged/feed/ 1 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2012/01/04/episode-029-unplugged-a-fiberista-in-nyc/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2012/01/04/episode-029-unplugged-a-fiberista-in-nyc/#comments Wed, 04 Jan 2012 20:47:41 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=380 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2012/01/04/episode-029-unplugged-a-fiberista-in-nyc/feed/ 4 A field trip, the state of the stash, some works in progress, a fiber fiasco, a mash note and a helpful hint. A field trip, the state of the stash, some works in progress, a fiber fiasco, a mash note and a helpful hint. SpinDoctor no 1:00:17 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/12/05/episode-028-spindoctor-unplugged/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/12/05/episode-028-spindoctor-unplugged/#comments Mon, 05 Dec 2011 18:06:04 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=378 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/12/05/episode-028-spindoctor-unplugged/feed/ 2 I introduce the new, "unplugged" format, with reports on recent spinning, weaving and knitting, an update on the state of the stash, a love note to Pam Allen, and some fiber fiascos. I introduce the new, "unplugged" format, with reports on recent spinning, weaving and knitting, an update on the state of the stash, a love note to Pam Allen, and some fiber fiascos. SpinDoctor no 46:19 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/11/26/episode-027-up-the-orifice/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/11/26/episode-027-up-the-orifice/#comments Sat, 26 Nov 2011 23:58:06 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=375 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/11/26/episode-027-up-the-orifice/feed/ 3 I review mini-combs from Andrew Forsyth, Peter Teal's Hand Woolcombing and Spinning (sort of), the YouTube videos that taught me to comb, and Maggie Casey's DVD on Spinning Big and Lofty Yarns.  Plus, a dream wheel weekend, I review mini-combs from Andrew Forsyth, Peter Teal's Hand Woolcombing and Spinning (sort of), the YouTube videos that taught me to comb, and Maggie Casey's DVD on Spinning Big and Lofty Yarns.  Plus, a dream wheel weekend, a bit on what I've been spinning, and an announcement. SpinDoctor no 53:20 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/11/26/show-notes-for-episode-027-up-the-orifice/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/11/26/show-notes-for-episode-027-up-the-orifice/#comments Sat, 26 Nov 2011 23:26:28 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=371 [...]]]> http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/11/26/show-notes-for-episode-027-up-the-orifice/feed/ 0 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/10/02/episode-026-color-my-world/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/10/02/episode-026-color-my-world/#comments Mon, 03 Oct 2011 02:15:45 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=367 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/10/02/episode-026-color-my-world/feed/ 2 I tell all about my recent class with Deb Menz, plus and interview with Deb and reviews of her recent DVDs.  Also, I review fiber from Dicentra Designs, and The Organized Spinner sets up a dye studio. I tell all about my recent class with Deb Menz, plus and interview with Deb and reviews of her recent DVDs.  Also, I review fiber from Dicentra Designs, and The Organized Spinner sets up a dye studio. SpinDoctor no 1:11:13 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/10/02/show-notes-for-episode-026-color-my-world/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/10/02/show-notes-for-episode-026-color-my-world/#comments Mon, 03 Oct 2011 01:07:54 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=365 [...]]]> http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/10/02/show-notes-for-episode-026-color-my-world/feed/ 0 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/07/24/episode-025-is-everything-an-acceptable-answer/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/07/24/episode-025-is-everything-an-acceptable-answer/#comments Sun, 24 Jul 2011 23:25:58 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=355 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/07/24/episode-025-is-everything-an-acceptable-answer/feed/ 0 I review the Black Sheep Gathering (and tell what I ate and what I bought), fiber from Into the Whirled, and Judith MacKenzie's A Spinner's Toolbox.  Plus, craftygirl83 reviews Smoky Mountain Spinnery in Gatlinburg, TN, I review the Black Sheep Gathering (and tell what I ate and what I bought), fiber from Into the Whirled, and Judith MacKenzie's A Spinner's Toolbox.  Plus, craftygirl83 reviews Smoky Mountain Spinnery in Gatlinburg, TN, and I reveal the winners of the SpinDoctor Wool Breeds Challenge. SpinDoctor no 1:12:52 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/07/24/show-notes-for-episode-025-is-everything-an-acceptable-answer/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/07/24/show-notes-for-episode-025-is-everything-an-acceptable-answer/#comments Sun, 24 Jul 2011 13:01:01 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=353 [...]]]> http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/07/24/show-notes-for-episode-025-is-everything-an-acceptable-answer/feed/ 0 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/06/22/episode-024-the-doubleheader-game-2/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/06/22/episode-024-the-doubleheader-game-2/#comments Wed, 22 Jun 2011 15:59:51 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=349 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/06/22/episode-024-the-doubleheader-game-2/feed/ 0 I review the Schacht Sidekick and fiber from Yarn Hollow. I review the Schacht Sidekick and fiber from Yarn Hollow. SpinDoctor no 40:00 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/06/21/episode-023-the-doubleheader-game-1/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/06/21/episode-023-the-doubleheader-game-1/#comments Tue, 21 Jun 2011 16:13:19 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=347 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/06/21/episode-023-the-doubleheader-game-1/feed/ 0 We go out for a longer spin than usual, and I review the Massachusetts Sheep and Woolcraft Fair. We go out for a longer spin than usual, and I review the Massachusetts Sheep and Woolcraft Fair. SpinDoctor no 43:10 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/06/21/show-notes-for-episodes-023-024-the-doubleheader/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/06/21/show-notes-for-episodes-023-024-the-doubleheader/#comments Tue, 21 Jun 2011 16:09:25 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=345 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/06/21/show-notes-for-episodes-023-024-the-doubleheader/feed/ 0 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/05/23/episode-022-mdsw/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/05/23/episode-022-mdsw/#comments Mon, 23 May 2011 19:31:25 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=342 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/05/23/episode-022-mdsw/feed/ 0 I tell all about my trip to Maryland Sheep & Wool and the fleece I bought there.  Plus, Zora takes over the outro. I tell all about my trip to Maryland Sheep & Wool and the fleece I bought there.  Plus, Zora takes over the outro. SpinDoctor no 51:03 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/05/23/show-notes-for-episode-022-mdsw/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/05/23/show-notes-for-episode-022-mdsw/#comments Mon, 23 May 2011 18:57:56 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=339 [...]]]> http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/05/23/show-notes-for-episode-022-mdsw/feed/ 0 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/05/02/episode-021-%e2%80%9cwool-dye-mind-hands-color%e2%80%9d/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/05/02/episode-021-%e2%80%9cwool-dye-mind-hands-color%e2%80%9d/#comments Mon, 02 May 2011 18:32:32 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=335 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/05/02/episode-021-%e2%80%9cwool-dye-mind-hands-color%e2%80%9d/feed/ 0 I review fiber from Fat Cat Knits, spindles from Jenkins Woodworking, and Anne Field's Spinning Wool: Beyond the Basics. I review fiber from Fat Cat Knits, spindles from Jenkins Woodworking, and Anne Field's Spinning Wool: Beyond the Basics. SpinDoctor no 58:05 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/05/02/show-notes-for-episode-021-wool-dye-mind-hands-color/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/05/02/show-notes-for-episode-021-wool-dye-mind-hands-color/#comments Mon, 02 May 2011 17:21:35 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=333 [...]]]> http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/05/02/show-notes-for-episode-021-wool-dye-mind-hands-color/feed/ 0 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/04/21/show-notes-for-episode-020-cat-is-my-co-pilot-2/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/04/21/show-notes-for-episode-020-cat-is-my-co-pilot-2/#comments Thu, 21 Apr 2011 21:06:13 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=327 [...]]]> http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/04/21/show-notes-for-episode-020-cat-is-my-co-pilot-2/feed/ 0 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/04/18/episode-020-cat-is-my-co-pilot/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/04/18/episode-020-cat-is-my-co-pilot/#comments Tue, 19 Apr 2011 00:13:14 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=322 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/04/18/episode-020-cat-is-my-co-pilot/feed/ 0 I apologize for my impromptu hiatus, make suggestions about how to organize a breed study, provide the results of the wool scour smackdown, and review Deb Robson's Handspinning Rare Wools. I apologize for my impromptu hiatus, make suggestions about how to organize a breed study, provide the results of the wool scour smackdown, and review Deb Robson's Handspinning Rare Wools. SpinDoctor no 1:01:50 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/03/06/episode-019-madrona/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/03/06/episode-019-madrona/#comments Sun, 06 Mar 2011 17:06:53 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=318 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/03/06/episode-019-madrona/feed/ 1 All about my trip to the Madrona Fiber Arts Winter Retreat. All about my trip to the Madrona Fiber Arts Winter Retreat. SpinDoctor no 1:01:50 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/03/06/show-notes-for-episode-019-madrona/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/03/06/show-notes-for-episode-019-madrona/#comments Sun, 06 Mar 2011 16:15:30 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=315 [...]]]> http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/03/06/show-notes-for-episode-019-madrona/feed/ 0 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/02/06/episode-018-gifts-for-beloved-spinners/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/02/06/episode-018-gifts-for-beloved-spinners/#comments Sun, 06 Feb 2011 18:58:53 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=312 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/02/06/episode-018-gifts-for-beloved-spinners/feed/ 0 This week, SpinDoctor plays cupid with gift ideas sure to win the heart of beloved spinners. This week, SpinDoctor plays cupid with gift ideas sure to win the heart of beloved spinners. SpinDoctor no 43:54 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/02/06/show-notes-for-episode-018-gifts-for-beloved-spinners/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/02/06/show-notes-for-episode-018-gifts-for-beloved-spinners/#comments Sun, 06 Feb 2011 18:38:37 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=310 [...]]]> http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/02/06/show-notes-for-episode-018-gifts-for-beloved-spinners/feed/ 0 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/01/30/episode-017-new-segment-queen/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/01/30/episode-017-new-segment-queen/#comments Sun, 30 Jan 2011 21:27:48 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=305 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/01/30/episode-017-new-segment-queen/feed/ 1 I review Bosworth spindles, fiber from Black Bunny Fibers, and Interweave's new "e-mag," SpinKnit.  Plus some thoughts on gratitude, an update on my breed study, and a new segment. I review Bosworth spindles, fiber from Black Bunny Fibers, and Interweave's new "e-mag," SpinKnit.  Plus some thoughts on gratitude, an update on my breed study, and a new segment. SpinDoctor no 1:01:33 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/01/30/show-notes-for-episode-017-new-segment-queen/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/01/30/show-notes-for-episode-017-new-segment-queen/#comments Sun, 30 Jan 2011 21:27:15 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=307 [...]]]> http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/01/30/show-notes-for-episode-017-new-segment-queen/feed/ 0 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/01/10/episode-016-the-joy-of-spinning/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/01/10/episode-016-the-joy-of-spinning/#comments Mon, 10 Jan 2011 13:37:15 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=276 [...]]]> http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/01/10/episode-016-the-joy-of-spinning/feed/ 0 A big episode!  I review Blue Mountain Handcrafts' comb and hackle set, a fleece from Foxhill Farm, processing by Morning Sun Fiber Barn, rare breeds roving from Spirit Trail Fiberworks, and Rita Buchanan's DVD, How I Spin.  Plus, A big episode!  I review Blue Mountain Handcrafts' comb and hackle set, a fleece from Foxhill Farm, processing by Morning Sun Fiber Barn, rare breeds roving from Spirit Trail Fiberworks, and Rita Buchanan's DVD, How I Spin.  Plus, I set some spinning intentions for the new year, report on my progress with the breeds challenge, and suggest a knitting pattern. SpinDoctor no 1:00:27 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/01/09/show-notes-for-episode-016-the-joy-of-spinning/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/01/09/show-notes-for-episode-016-the-joy-of-spinning/#comments Mon, 10 Jan 2011 04:31:39 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=274 [...]]]> http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2011/01/09/show-notes-for-episode-016-the-joy-of-spinning/feed/ 0 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/12/29/episode-015-from-canada-with-love-ii/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/12/29/episode-015-from-canada-with-love-ii/#comments Wed, 29 Dec 2010 17:10:57 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=265 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/12/29/episode-015-from-canada-with-love-ii/feed/ 1 Reviews: a spindle, niddy noddy and nostepinne from Houndesign; fiber from Sweet Georgia Yarns and Treenway.  Musings: knitting with handspun, spinning silk, and why I love podcasting. Reviews: a spindle, niddy noddy and nostepinne from Houndesign; fiber from Sweet Georgia Yarns and Treenway.  Musings: knitting with handspun, spinning silk, and why I love podcasting. SpinDoctor no 44:41 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/12/29/show-notes-for-episode-015-from-canada-with-love-ii/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/12/29/show-notes-for-episode-015-from-canada-with-love-ii/#comments Wed, 29 Dec 2010 16:55:56 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=267 [...]]]> http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/12/29/show-notes-for-episode-015-from-canada-with-love-ii/feed/ 1 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/12/04/episode-014-wool-is-weird-the-breeds-episode/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/12/04/episode-014-wool-is-weird-the-breeds-episode/#comments Sat, 04 Dec 2010 20:11:15 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=258 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/12/04/episode-014-wool-is-weird-the-breeds-episode/feed/ 1 I interview Deb Robson about her forthcoming book, The Fleece and Fiber Sourcebook, talk about the breed study classes I took with her, introduce a new member of the family, and review Wood Beams and the Schacht niddy noddy. I interview Deb Robson about her forthcoming book, The Fleece and Fiber Sourcebook, talk about the breed study classes I took with her, introduce a new member of the family, and review Wood Beams and the Schacht niddy noddy. There's a new contest starting, too! SpinDoctor no 1:00:22 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/12/04/show-notes-for-episode-014-wool-is-weird-the-breeds-episode/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/12/04/show-notes-for-episode-014-wool-is-weird-the-breeds-episode/#comments Sat, 04 Dec 2010 17:29:42 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=254 [...]]]> http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/12/04/show-notes-for-episode-014-wool-is-weird-the-breeds-episode/feed/ 2 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/11/26/episode-013-from-canada-with-love-i/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/11/26/episode-013-from-canada-with-love-i/#comments Sat, 27 Nov 2010 04:30:41 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=249 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/11/26/episode-013-from-canada-with-love-i/feed/ 1 After a good deal of opening chatter, I review a Tom Forrester spindle, and fiber from Viola and indigodragonfly. After a good deal of opening chatter, I review a Tom Forrester spindle, and fiber from Viola and indigodragonfly. SpinDoctor no 37:12 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/11/26/show-notes-for-episode-013-from-canada-with-love-i/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/11/26/show-notes-for-episode-013-from-canada-with-love-i/#comments Sat, 27 Nov 2010 04:17:18 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=250 [...]]]> http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/11/26/show-notes-for-episode-013-from-canada-with-love-i/feed/ 1 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/10/31/episode-012-rhinebeck-road-trip/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/10/31/episode-012-rhinebeck-road-trip/#comments Sun, 31 Oct 2010 14:43:17 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=237 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/10/31/episode-012-rhinebeck-road-trip/feed/ 0 I talk about my trip to Rhinebeck, and review one of the fleeces I bought there. I talk about my trip to Rhinebeck, and review one of the fleeces I bought there. SpinDoctor no 55:28 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/10/31/show-notes-for-episode-012-rhinebeck-road-trip/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/10/31/show-notes-for-episode-012-rhinebeck-road-trip/#comments Sun, 31 Oct 2010 14:39:56 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=240 [...]]]> http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/10/31/show-notes-for-episode-012-rhinebeck-road-trip/feed/ 0 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/10/11/episode-011-how-to-go-to-a-fiber-festival/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/10/11/episode-011-how-to-go-to-a-fiber-festival/#comments Mon, 11 Oct 2010 18:15:49 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=233 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/10/11/episode-011-how-to-go-to-a-fiber-festival/feed/ 2 We warm up for Rhinebeck with some fiber festival how-tos, an interview with Beth Smith on choosing fleeces, and reviews of In Sheep's Clothing and The Knitter's Book of Wool. We warm up for Rhinebeck with some fiber festival how-tos, an interview with Beth Smith on choosing fleeces, and reviews of In Sheep's Clothing and The Knitter's Book of Wool. SpinDoctor no 1:00:56 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/10/11/show-notes-for-episode-011-how-to-go-to-a-fiber-festival/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/10/11/show-notes-for-episode-011-how-to-go-to-a-fiber-festival/#comments Mon, 11 Oct 2010 17:03:41 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=231 [...]]]> http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/10/11/show-notes-for-episode-011-how-to-go-to-a-fiber-festival/feed/ 2 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/10/06/episode-010-spindoctor-goes-batty/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/10/06/episode-010-spindoctor-goes-batty/#comments Thu, 07 Oct 2010 00:00:41 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=224 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/10/06/episode-010-spindoctor-goes-batty/feed/ 0 I review batts from FeltStudio UK, Crosspatch Creations, craftypuppylover, and Franquemont Fibers. I review batts from FeltStudio UK, Crosspatch Creations, craftypuppylover, and Franquemont Fibers. SpinDoctor no 39:23 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/10/06/show-notes-for-episode-010-spindoctor-goes-batty/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/10/06/show-notes-for-episode-010-spindoctor-goes-batty/#comments Wed, 06 Oct 2010 23:58:48 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=221 [...]]]> http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/10/06/show-notes-for-episode-010-spindoctor-goes-batty/feed/ 1 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/09/18/211/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/09/18/211/#comments Sat, 18 Sep 2010 04:30:59 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=211 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/09/18/211/feed/ 0 I review the Paradise Fibers wool combs, some Abstract fibers, Amelia Garripoli's Productive Spindling, and a new magazine for UK spinners called Yarn Maker. I review the Paradise Fibers wool combs, some Abstract fibers, Amelia Garripoli's Productive Spindling, and a new magazine for UK spinners called Yarn Maker. SpinDoctor no 35:50 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/09/18/show-notes-for-episode-009-flying-wool-combs-2/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/09/18/show-notes-for-episode-009-flying-wool-combs-2/#comments Sat, 18 Sep 2010 04:28:32 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=216 [...]]]> http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/09/18/show-notes-for-episode-009-flying-wool-combs-2/feed/ 1 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/08/31/episode-008-fiber-tourist/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/08/31/episode-008-fiber-tourist/#comments Tue, 31 Aug 2010 17:07:01 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=166 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/08/31/episode-008-fiber-tourist/feed/ 0 I talk about my trip to the Michigan Fiber Festival, and I review Judith MacKenzie McCuin's The Gentle Art of Plying and some fiber from Spunky Eclectic. I talk about my trip to the Michigan Fiber Festival, and I review Judith MacKenzie McCuin's The Gentle Art of Plying and some fiber from Spunky Eclectic. SpinDoctor no 46:19 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/08/31/show-notes-for-episode-008-fiber-tourist/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/08/31/show-notes-for-episode-008-fiber-tourist/#comments Tue, 31 Aug 2010 17:06:15 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=174 [...]]]> http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/08/31/show-notes-for-episode-008-fiber-tourist/feed/ 1 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/08/16/episode-007-license-to-spin/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/08/16/episode-007-license-to-spin/#comments Mon, 16 Aug 2010 18:32:12 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=154 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/08/16/episode-007-license-to-spin/feed/ 3 I review the Louet bobbin winder, storage bobbins from Schacht, a fleece from Ruppert's Corriedales that I had processed at Ozark Carding Mill, some Corriedale pencil roving from Crown Mountain Farms, and Judith MacKenzie McCuin's DVD, I review the Louet bobbin winder, storage bobbins from Schacht, a fleece from Ruppert's Corriedales that I had processed at Ozark Carding Mill, some Corriedale pencil roving from Crown Mountain Farms, and Judith MacKenzie McCuin's DVD, Popular Wheel Mechanics. SpinDoctor no 46:05 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/08/16/show-notes-for-episode-007-license-to-spin/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/08/16/show-notes-for-episode-007-license-to-spin/#comments Mon, 16 Aug 2010 17:42:05 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=157 [...]]]> http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/08/16/show-notes-for-episode-007-license-to-spin/feed/ 2 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/08/07/what-is-spindoctor/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/08/07/what-is-spindoctor/#comments Sat, 07 Aug 2010 15:38:35 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=148 [...]]]> http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/08/07/what-is-spindoctor/feed/ 3 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/08/06/episode-006-spindle-rama/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/08/06/episode-006-spindle-rama/#comments Sat, 07 Aug 2010 00:36:03 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=143 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/08/06/episode-006-spindle-rama/feed/ 0 I review spindles from Wildcraft and Cascade, the book and DVD versions of Abby Franquemont's Respect the Spindle, and Priscilla Gibson-Roberts' Spinning in the Old Way. I review spindles from Wildcraft and Cascade, the book and DVD versions of Abby Franquemont's Respect the Spindle, and Priscilla Gibson-Roberts' Spinning in the Old Way. SpinDoctor no 43:45 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/08/06/show-notes-for-episode-006-spindle-rama/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/08/06/show-notes-for-episode-006-spindle-rama/#comments Fri, 06 Aug 2010 23:32:56 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=140 [...]]]> http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/08/06/show-notes-for-episode-006-spindle-rama/feed/ 0 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/07/15/episode-005-go-diagonal/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/07/15/episode-005-go-diagonal/#comments Thu, 15 Jul 2010 14:43:56 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=134 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/07/15/episode-005-go-diagonal/feed/ 0 I review the Strauch Petite drum carder, the Kate 45, Judith MacKenzie McCuin's Teach Yourself Visually Handspinning, the Slipstream Fiber Arts blog, and the Go Diagonal scarf pattern. I review the Strauch Petite drum carder, the Kate 45, Judith MacKenzie McCuin's Teach Yourself Visually Handspinning, the Slipstream Fiber Arts blog, and the Go Diagonal scarf pattern. SpinDoctor no 38:05 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/07/15/show-notes-for-episode-005-go-diagonal/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/07/15/show-notes-for-episode-005-go-diagonal/#comments Thu, 15 Jul 2010 14:43:18 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=136 [...]]]> http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/07/15/show-notes-for-episode-005-go-diagonal/feed/ 0 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/07/01/episode-004-maggiepalooza/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/07/01/episode-004-maggiepalooza/#comments Thu, 01 Jul 2010 18:00:40 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=124 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/07/01/episode-004-maggiepalooza/feed/ 0 I review the Woolee Winder, the Bee Mice Elf fiber club, and the book and DVD versions of Maggie Casey's Start Spinning. I review the Woolee Winder, the Bee Mice Elf fiber club, and the book and DVD versions of Maggie Casey's Start Spinning. SpinDoctor no 50:28 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/07/01/show-notes-for-episode-004-maggiepalooza/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/07/01/show-notes-for-episode-004-maggiepalooza/#comments Thu, 01 Jul 2010 18:00:30 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=122 [...]]]> http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/07/01/show-notes-for-episode-004-maggiepalooza/feed/ 2 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/06/14/show-notes-for-episode-003-you-can-do-it-i-can-help/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/06/14/show-notes-for-episode-003-you-can-do-it-i-can-help/#comments Tue, 15 Jun 2010 03:59:09 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=110 [...]]]> http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/06/14/show-notes-for-episode-003-you-can-do-it-i-can-help/feed/ 0 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/06/14/episode-003-you-can-do-it-i-can-help/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/06/14/episode-003-you-can-do-it-i-can-help/#comments Tue, 15 Jun 2010 03:58:14 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=99 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/06/14/episode-003-you-can-do-it-i-can-help/feed/ 0 I review the spinning wheel cup holder from FBN plastics, fiber from Three Waters Farm, Abby Franquemont's Drafting: The Long and Short of It, and Clara Parks' pattern for Maine Morning Mitts. I review the spinning wheel cup holder from FBN plastics, fiber from Three Waters Farm, Abby Franquemont's Drafting: The Long and Short of It, and Clara Parks' pattern for Maine Morning Mitts. SpinDoctor no 39:38 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/05/31/show-notes-for-episode-002-lamb-porn/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/05/31/show-notes-for-episode-002-lamb-porn/#comments Tue, 01 Jun 2010 03:59:51 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=85 [...]]]> http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/05/31/show-notes-for-episode-002-lamb-porn/feed/ 0 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/05/31/episode-002-title/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/05/31/episode-002-title/#comments Tue, 01 Jun 2010 03:59:08 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=68 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/05/31/episode-002-title/feed/ 2 I review the Schacht Ladybug, a California Red fleece from Apple Rose Farm, some fiber from Susan's Spinning Bunny, and Barbara Parry's blog, "Sheep Gal." I review the Schacht Ladybug, a California Red fleece from Apple Rose Farm, some fiber from Susan's Spinning Bunny, and Barbara Parry's blog, "Sheep Gal." SpinDoctor no 51:04 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/05/20/spindoctor-promo/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/05/20/spindoctor-promo/#comments Fri, 21 May 2010 01:48:24 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=62 [...]]]> http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/05/20/spindoctor-promo/feed/ 0 I've gone and done it.  I've made a promo.  It will show up in the iTunes feed, or you can listen to it here. - The second episode is well under way.  I've done most of the research and am itching to start recording. I've gone and done it.  I've made a promo.  It will show up in the iTunes feed, or you can listen to it here. The second episode is well under way.  I've done most of the research and am itching to start recording.  But that will need to wait until I take care of some family business this weekend. I'll talk to you all again in a week or so. SpinDoctor no 44 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/05/12/spindoctor-now-on-itunes/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/05/12/spindoctor-now-on-itunes/#comments Wed, 12 May 2010 22:47:00 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=5 [...]]]> http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/05/12/spindoctor-now-on-itunes/feed/ 2 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/05/09/episode-1-is-up/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/05/09/episode-1-is-up/#comments Sun, 09 May 2010 20:08:00 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=4 [...]]]> http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/05/09/episode-1-is-up/feed/ 0 Episode 1 of SpinDoctor: Equipment, Fiber and Book Reviews for Handspinners has been posted and is available via iTunes (see link, top right, to subscribe). Or you can use the embedded mp3 player at the bottom of the post to download the file or just ... Episode 1 of SpinDoctor: Equipment, Fiber and Book Reviews for Handspinners has been posted and is available via iTunes (see link, top right, to subscribe). Or you can use the embedded mp3 player at the bottom of the post to download the file or just listen to it now. A couple of links to things I talked about: The classic discussion of "Beginner's Mind" is Shunryu Suzuki's Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind (http://www.amazon.com/Zen-Mind-Beginners-Shambhala-Library/dp/1590302672/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1273435475&sr=8-1). There's lots of information about critical thinking here (http://www.criticalthinking.org/aboutCT/define_critical_thinking.cfm). The listener's group on Ravelry is here (http://www.ravelry.com/groups/spindoctor-podcast-listeners). Enjoy! SpinDoctor no http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/05/07/spindoctor-is-on-its-way/ http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/05/07/spindoctor-is-on-its-way/#comments Fri, 07 May 2010 14:03:00 +0000 Sasha http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/?p=3 http://www.spindoctorpodcast.com/2010/05/07/spindoctor-is-on-its-way/feed/ 0