I have had more luck with the spinners, a lot of historical festivals will have a good number of ladies out demonstrating spinning (also weaving) and every time I have stopped by to watch and discuss sources they have given me a sample. But the point is they know where to get it. Telling them what you want it for never hurts but a tune wouldn't hurt. Most of the events around here are western themed, so "Cotton-Eyed Joe" is a good choice <lol>. If I lived in Reykjavik or Bangkok or some exotic place like say, New York, or Chicago, I might choose a different tune. But they have always been a good source of information and you may get some cotton out of it. Good luck.
Later, Roy On Dec 14, 2007 4:12 PM, Leonard Williams <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > I've been using "drug store" cotton on my hg, but it has the > predicted little knots and what-nots in it, making it difficult to tease > out > a nice patch for a string. Having found that the good stuff is available > among weaving supplies, I must ask, "What do weavers do with it?" Having > only generic craft shops to rely on, I find it difficult to explain (over > the phone) just what I want. I _know_ they won't get it if I tell them > it's > for my hurdy-gurdy! > > Regards, > Leonard Williams > >
