Tuesday, January 22, 2013

more sampling

For my next test I spun Jacob wool - "S" and "Z" - with my #6 cone spindle at 30 wpi. This wool has a higher luster than the Shetland wool. It also has a more uniform color. Here is a picture of my results:



It is more difficult to see the pattern in the photo than it is in person. The areas that appear to have a white haze are the "S" spun threads. There is an equal amount of white fibers in the "S" and "Z" threads, however, the sunlight is reflecting off the white fibers toward the camera in the "S" threads, making it more noticeable. Clothing made of this fabric would appear changeable as the person moved in the light. What a simple way to make a fashion statement!

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