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Episode 157: Breed School is Back
Jun 6, 2025
19m 54s
Episode 151 Big Spins: 5 Tips for Plying and Finishing
Apr 25, 2025
11m 57s
Episode 150 Big Spins: The Singles
Apr 18, 2025
10m 28s
Episode 149:Big Spins: Sampling and Setting up
Apr 11, 2025
14m 56s
Episode 148: Big Spins: Two Approaches
Apr 7, 2025
7m 23s
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| Date | Episode | Description | Length | ||||||
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| 6/6/25 |  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. | 19m 54s | ||||||
| 4/25/25 |  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. | 11m 57s | ||||||
| 4/18/25 |  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. | 10m 28s | ||||||
| 4/11/25 |  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. | 14m 56s | ||||||
| 4/7/25 |  Episode 148: Big Spins: Two Approaches | This episode is the first in our series focusing on the "Using Your Handspun" pillar of skillful spinning. In this episode Sasha discusses two approaches on planning a big spin and she addresses the advantages and disadvantages to both. 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. | 7m 23s | ||||||
| 3/28/25 |  Episode 147: Common Plying Problems and How to Solve Them | In this episode, Sasha dives into the frustrating experience of leftover singles after plying, a common headache for spinners. She shares three effective strategies to ensure you never face this dilemma again. First, she explains her favorite method—working from multiple storage bobbins—which helps to minimize leftovers. She also introduces the concept of a plying bracelet, a handy technique that lets you easily ply your leftover yarn into a two-ply. Finally, for those creating three-ply yarns, she discusses chain plying as a way to use leftover singles. These three techniques will help you make the most of your singles and eliminate waste when plying. Mentioned in this episode: The Sheepspot Podcast Episode 11: Plying for consistency Episode 12: Be Kind, Rewind Episode 104: How Much Ply Twist? The Plyback of the Ply and the Question of Balance Episode 105: How to be sure your yarn has even ply twist throughout the skein Spin School - the online course for new and self-taught spinners 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. | 11m 11s | ||||||
| 3/21/25 |  Episode146: Why I Never End Up with Leftover Singles When I Ply | In this episode, Sasha dives into the frustrating experience of leftover singles after plying, a common headache for spinners. She shares three effective strategies to ensure you never face this dilemma again. First, she explains her favorite method—working from multiple storage bobbins—which helps to minimize leftovers. She also introduces the concept of a plying bracelet, a handy technique that lets you easily ply your leftover yarn into a two-ply. Finally, for those creating three-ply yarns, she discusses chain plying as a way to use leftover singles. These three techniques will help you make the most of your singles and eliminate waste when plying. Mentioned in this episode: Available in The Flock Spinning Record Cards Bonus Lesson: How to Make a Plying Bracelet The Sheepspot Podcast - Episode 12: Be Kind, Rewind 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. | 10m 15s | ||||||
| 3/17/25 |  Episode 145: Are Cabled Yarns Worth the Work? | In this episode Sasha explores cabled yarns, which require multiple plying steps but which have a distinct look and texture and are fantastically durable. While they don't significantly change the look of stockinette or garter stitch, cabled yarns really shine in more intricate patterns like seed stitch. 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. | 11m 47s | ||||||
| 3/10/25 |  Episode 144: Common Yarn Structures: The Whys and Wherefores | In this episode of The Sheepspot Podcast, Sasha dives into the various yarn structures, focusing specifically on singles, two-ply, and three-ply yarns, and discusses when and why to choose each type. She talks about the unique characteristics and advantages of each structure, such as the smoothness of singles, the texture and balance of two-ply yarns, and the consistency and durability of three-ply yarns. She also shares insights into how these choices impact knitting projects, highlighting the importance of selecting the right yarn structure for lace, cables, and other patterns. 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. | 12m 01s | ||||||
| 2/28/25 |  Episode 143: Creativity Lessons from Denise Love | In this episode Sasha takes what she has learned from abstract painting classes and suggests how we might use those lessons in our spinning practice. Mentioned in this episode: The Sheepspot Podcast: Episode 101 - Combination Drafting vs. Combination Spinning 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. | 13m 43s | ||||||
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| 2/24/25 |  Episode 142: My Missing Mojo | In this episode, Sasha searches for her missing mojo and talks about the steps she's taking to get it back. 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. | 9m 58s | ||||||
| 2/14/25 |  Episode 141: How to Keep Track of Your Spindles | In this episode, Sasha shares her system for keeping track of her ever-growing spindle collection. Mentioned in this episode: Podcast Freebie: Click here to download 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. | 8m 57s | ||||||
| 2/7/25 |  Episode 140: My Favorite Drop Spindle for Beginners | In this episode, Sasha shares her favorite spindle for beginners. Mentioned in this episode: Greensleeves Spindles: Bare Bones Spindles 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. | 7m 40s | ||||||
| 1/31/25 |  Episode 139: Great Spindle Spinning Resources | In this episode, Sasha shares three of her favorite spinning resources. Mentioned in this episode: Maggie Casey: Getting Started on a Drop Spindle Abby Franquemont: Respect the Spindle Link to book Link to video 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. | 13m 27s | ||||||
| 1/10/25 |  Episode 138 | SpinDoctor Flashback: Sasha and Jillian at Madrona 2012 | In this episode from 2012, Sasha and Jillian Moreno report from their shared hotel room at the Madrona Winter Fiber Arts Festival (now the Red Alder Fiber Arts Retreat). Hilarity ensues. Apologies for the intermittent audio issues! 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. | 34m 19s | ||||||
| 1/3/25 |  Episode 137 | SpinDoctor Flashback: Talking Color with Deb Menz | In this episode from 2011, Sasha interviews colorist extraordinaire Deb Menz. Deb is the author of Color in Spinning, which is sadly out of print. It's an amazing book, and if you ever find a used copy of it, snatch it up. 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. | 25m 48s | ||||||
| 12/27/24 |  Episode 136 | SpinDoctor Flashback: Maryland Sheep and Wool 2011 | In this episode from 2011, Sasha tells you all about a field trip to the Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival. 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. | 25m 05s | ||||||
| 12/20/24 |  Episode 135 | SpinDoctor Flashback: An Interview with Deb Robson | In this episode from 2010, Sasha interviews Deb Robson about the process of creating her magnum opus, The Fleece and Fiber Sourcebook. Mentioned in this episode: Deb Robson; The Fleece & Fiber Sourcebook 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. | 34m 51s | ||||||
| 12/13/24 | Episode 134 | SpinDoctor Flashback: Reporting from Rhinebeck 2010 | In this episode from 2010, Sasha talks about the insane buying spree that was her one and only trip to Rhinebeck. 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. | 11m 29s | ||||||
| 12/6/24 |  Episode 133 | SpinDoctor Flashback: Buying Fleece with Beth Smith | In this episode, from 2010, Sasha interviews Beth Smith about buying fleeces. Mentioned in this episode: Beth Smith: The Spinner's Book of Fleece 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 classes or offers that are no longer available. | 31m 24s | ||||||
| 11/29/24 |  Episode 132: Working With Value | In this episode, Sasha talks about the importance of value as it relates to color. Mentioned in this episode: Deb Menz: Color Works 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. | 14m 32s | ||||||
| 11/25/24 |  Episode 131: Learning to See Hue | In this episode, Sasha explores the difference between "blue" and "blue-green" and the relationship between different hues. 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. Click here to see the images of the hues. | 11m 37s | ||||||
| 11/15/24 |  Episode 130: The Continuum of Blendiness: Color Management Basics | In this episode, Sasha explains the "continuum of blendiness," a rubric for understanding different ways to control optical mixing. Mentioned in the episode: Episode 101: Combination Drafting vs. Combination Spinning Debbie Held: Best Practices in Fractal Spinning Podcast Freebie: Click here to download 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. | 17m 12s | ||||||
| 11/11/24 |  Episode 129: Color in Spinning: Understanding Optical Mixing | In this episode, Sasha explains optical mixing. 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. | 12m 06s | ||||||
| 11/1/24 |  Episode 128: A Color Story | In this episode, Sasha talks about her color journey and how she went from being massively color challenged to becoming a dyer. 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. | 20m 52s | ||||||
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Chart Positions
3 placements across 3 markets.
Chart Positions
3 placements across 3 markets.