In this episode, Sasha breaks down Breed School; what it is, where it came from, and details about the newest bring-your-own-fiber version of Breed School.Â
Mentioned in this episode:
Breed Study 101Â
Why We (Really) Need Rare Sheep Breeds: The Case of American Jacobs
Live Lesson June 14th 2pm ESTÂ or Live Lesson June 15th 4pm ESTÂ
To join the live lesson, you do have to join Breed Study 101.Â
You can find the script for this episode HERE.
You can comment on and discuss this episode here in The Flock, Sheepspot’s free online community for inquisitive spinners.
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Here's the link to the Podcast search page and playlists.Â
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Episode 156: Encore Episode: Meet the Multicoated Breeds
In this episode, Sasha talks about breeds of sheep that produce wonderfully useful and complex fleeces: the multi-coated breeds.
Mentioned in the episode:
Episode 18, on washing fleece
Breed School
You can find the script for this episode HERE.
You can comment on and discuss this episode here in The Flock, Sheepspot’s free online community for inquisitive spinners.
Here's the link to the Podcast search page and playlists.Â
Since these episodes are encores, you may occasionally hear Sasha mention links that are no longer available.
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Episode 156: Encore Episode: Meet the Multicoated Breeds
In this episode, Sasha talks about five beginner-friendly wools that new spinners can use to build their spinning skills.
Mentioned in the episode:Â
The Sheepspot Podcast, Episodes 56 and 57 (My Spinning Story)
The Sheepspot Podcast, Episode 44 (Meet the Down Breeds)
Breed School
You can find the script for this episode HERE.
You can comment on and discuss this episode here in The Flock, Sheepspot’s free online community for inquisitive spinners.
Here's the link to the Podcast search page and playlists.Â
Since these episodes are encores, you may occasionally hear Sasha mention links that are no longer available.
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Episode 155: Encore Episode: Get to Know the Down Breeds
In this episode of the podcast, Sasha talks about the ‘Down’ breeds: the Southdown, the Suffolk, the Dorset Down, the Hampshire, the Oxford and the Shropshire.
Mentioned in this episode:
In Sheep's Clothing: A Handspinner's Guide to Wool by Nola Fournier
The Spinner's Book of Fleece by Beth Smith
Breed SchoolÂ
You can find the script for this episode HERE.
You can comment on and discuss this episode here in The Flock, Sheepspot’s free online community for inquisitive spinners.
Here's the link to the Podcast search page and playlists.Â
Since these episodes are encores, you may occasionally hear Sasha mention links that are no longer available.
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Episode 154 Encore Episode: Meet the Longwools
In this episode, Sasha talks about the longwools - breeds to look for, prep suggestions, and tips and tricks for spinning these fibers.
Mentioned in this episode:
Breed SchoolÂ
You can find the script for this episode HERE.
You can comment on and discuss this episode here in The Flock, Sheepspot’s free online community for inquisitive spinners.
Here's the link to the Podcast search page and playlists.Â
Since these episodes are encores, you may occasionally hear Sasha mention links that are no longer available.
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