Monthly Archives: July 2010

Skein competition how-to, Part 3: Presentation

While the majority of points in a skein competition are reserved for technique, presentation points can mean the difference between 1st and 3rd place, or a ribbon and none at all. While it may seem picky to judge on presentation, … Continue reading

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Skein competition how-to, Part 2.5: How to make a niddy noddy

One of the most important parts of a skein competition is presentation, which largely entails winding it to a certain circumference and tying it properly. I’ll go over this in detail in my next post, but for this extra entry … Continue reading

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Skein competition how-to, Part 2: Basic requirements

The basic requirements for competition skeins vary depending on the class or category and the competition itself. Generally, there are categories based on any or all of the following characteristics: – Fiber content. Different classes usually exist for 100% wool, … Continue reading

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Skein competition how-to, Part 1: Finding competitions

First off, to any readers outside the US/Canada, this entry is very specific to those two countries. I’m not familiar with skein competitions outside North America (though I know of some in Australia), but these tips may apply to your … Continue reading

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Skein competition how-to

Formal competition has been a big theme on the blog lately, and pretty much reflects what I’ve been up to in fiber arts this year. An injury I’m still recovering from has kept me from knitting or spinning for almost … Continue reading

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Analysis of a competition skein

Judith McKenzie has been known to say that there are two types of spinning: the kind you do for competitions, and your real spinning where you bend the rules to create truly useful and interesting yarns. She’s right in that … Continue reading

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