Hi everyone, I wonder if anyone has suggestions on the spinning methods that improve yarn's elasticity. I specify methods/techniques, because I spin a wide range of fibers, from kid mohair and alpaca to cashmere longwools, Merino, and corriedale and I don't expect much elasticity from some, but think the yarns I spin with Merino, corriedale, or Targhee should have more elasticity than they do. I've even compared my alpaca to that spun by another person from the same herd and her yarn is more elastic than mine. I do get elesticity with corriedale (processed by me) and a longwool blend (from a mill), but I find I have difficulty getting the corriedale to be as smooth and consistent as I would like (Though, adjustments to my preparation before spinning has helped this a lot).
I suspected the elasticity problem had something to do with the uptake tension, but so far, varying with that hasn't produced the results I'm looking for. I've looked in Alden Amos, In Sheeps' Clothing, and other spinning books, but haven't found the key. Since elasticity is one of the cardinal characteristics of wool, perhaps writers don't feel it needs addressing. But I need help. Many thanks for any suggestions. Jess Jessica DeForest Learning Resources Center 202 E. Bessey Hall Michigan State University 48824-1033 [EMAIL PROTECTED] 517-355-2363 To stop mail temporarily mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] with the message: set nomail To restore send: set mail
