The Sheepspot Podcast

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  • Episode 157: Breed School is Back

    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. 

    Mentioned in this episode:

    • Breed Study 101 

    • Why We (Really) Need Rare Sheep Breeds: The Case of American Jacobs
      • Live Lesson June 14th 2pm EST  or Live Lesson June 15th 4pm EST 
      • To join the live lesson, you do have to join Breed Study 101. 

        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. 

         

         

        20 min
      • 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. 


          Since these episodes are encores, you may occasionally hear Sasha mention links that are no longer available.

          25 min
        • 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: 

          • 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. 


            Since these episodes are encores, you may occasionally hear Sasha mention links that are no longer available.

            20 min
          • 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 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. 


                Since these episodes are encores, you may occasionally hear Sasha mention links that are no longer available.

                 

                24 min
              • 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 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. 


                  Since these episodes are encores, you may occasionally hear Sasha mention links that are no longer available.

                  34 min
                • Episode 153 Encore Episode: Getting to Know the Fine Wools

                  In this episode of the podcast, Sasha talks about one of her favorite wools, Rambouillet.


                  Mentioned in this episode:

                  • 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. 


                    Since these episodes are encores, you may occasionally hear Sasha mention links that are no longer available.

                    13 min
                  • Episode 152: Encore Episode Wool Types - An Introduction

                    In this encore episode Sasha talks about different types of wool and their uses.

                     

                    Mentioned in this episode:

                    • The Fleece and Fiber Sourcebook, by Deborah Robson and Carol Ekarius
                    • The Spinner's Book of Fleece, by Beth Smith
                    • Wool types cheat sheet - available inside The Flock
                    • 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. 


                      Since these episodes are encores, you may occasionally hear Sasha mention links that are no longer available.

                       

                      18 min
                    • Episode 151 Big Spins: 5 Tips for Plying and Finishing

                      In this episode, Sasha offers 5 tips for plying and finishing a big spin.

                      Mentioned in this episode:

                      • The Sheepspot Podcast:

                        • Episode 146: Why I Never End Up with Leftover Singles When I Ply

                        • Episode 105: How to be sure your yarn has even ply twist throughout the skein

                          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. 

                          12 min
                        • Episode 150 Big Spins: The Singles

                          In this episode Sasha dives into the essential strategies for staying motivated and consistent during your big spinning projects. Based on her own experiences, she knows how easy it is to lose focus when tackling something ambitious, so she shares her best tips to keep you spinning happily and efficiently.

                          Mentioned in this episode:

                          • Carson Demer - Knitting Comfortably: The Ergonomics of Hand Knitting.

                          • The Sheepspot Podcast:

                            • Episode 12: Be Kind, Rewind

                            • Episode 36: Bobbin Winder Review

                            • Instagram

                              • @sheepspot

                              • @sashatorrespainting

                                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. 

                                11 min
                              • Episode 149:Big Spins: Sampling and Setting up

                                In this episode Sasha dives into what it takes to set herself up for a successful spin of 16 ounces or more. Sampling is a crucial part of the process; by letting herself start with experimentation and play, she figures out how to achieve both a fun spin and one that results in a yarn that she loves. 

                                Mentioned in this episode: 

                                The Sheepspot Podcast: 
                                • Episode 15: All About Sampling

                                • Episode 22: Get to know your default yarn

                                • Episode 59: Sampling for a Project

                                • Episode 95: 3 Tips for Knitting with Handspun

                                  Podcast Freebie inside The Flock: 
                                  • Spinning Records

                                    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. 

                                    15 min

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