S2E11: Socks
Got a sock yarn habit? We're feeding it. This episode is a full deep dive into everything sock spinning, whether you're just starting out, trying to level up, or already happy with your socks and hunting for a few new tricks. Over two hours packed with expertise from Amy Ross Manko, Laura Linneman, Amelia Garripoli, Michael Kelson, and Jacey. Amy opens things up with a breed breakdown on which sheep actually make the best sock yarn and why. Laura takes over with color planning for socks, and Amelia gets into blends that'll keep your toes happy stitch after stitch, wear after wear. From there it's all technique: wheel setup for sock spinning, spindle spinning for socks, and real talk about plying methods, including whether chain plying earns its place in your sock queue. Then Jacey and Laura team up for a full make-a-yarn segment: Jacey blends and combs the fiber, Laura takes it home with spinning and plying. And if you're not ready to log off yet, stick around for a teacher tea where Jacey and Laura settle in for a good chat about fiber, community, and life. Two hours. Five teachers. All socks. Don't miss it.
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S2E11.01 Intro to socks
Jacey is always excited to talk about spinning!
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S2E11.2 Sheep for Socks
Amy Ross Manko brings her considerable knowledge (and charm) to teach us what sheep breeds scream to be spun for socks.
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S2E11.03 Planning Color
Laura takes over with color planning for socks!
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S2E11.04 Blending for Socks
How do you blend for socks? Amelia breaks out the hand cards and walks you through the process
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S2E11.05 Wheel Setup for Socks
Socks are specific! Laura talks about how to set up your wheel for spinning sock yarn!
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S2E11.06 Sock Yarn on a Spindle
Eager to spin sock yarn on a spindle? Amelia talks about exactly how to do it!
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S2E11.07 Plying Methods for Sock Yarn
Which yarn structure is best for socks? Laura gives us a quick rundown on the most popular!
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S2E11.08 Should We Chain-ply for Socks?
Chain-plying is popular but is it good for socks? Michael gives us the pros and cons!
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S2E11.09 Make A Yarn – Sock Yarn
Join Jacey and Laura as they make a sock yarn! Jacey starts with blending wool and mohair on a hackle. Then Laura comes in for spinning. She spins for a 3-ply opposing ply yarn and tells us why that's such a great sock structure. From there she plies and finished this yarn, teaching us all every ...
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Teacher Tea – Laura Linneman
Join Laura and Jacey and they drink and spill the tea about life, spinning, and whatever else comes up!