Preparation for Spinning: Fiber was sectioned into pieces
lengthwise and crosswise for easier handling.
Reason for Choice of this Sample: I wanted to use loose, cut
staple lyocell, but was unable to find any. This was my second
choice and easy to obtain.
Type of Spinning: supported long draw from the fold
Equipment Used: bobbin flyer wheel
Direction of Twist: Z, S
Number of Plies: 3
Weight of Skein:
Finishing: Plied
yarn was wound into a center pull ball and space dyed with liquid
reactive dyes. Dyed yarn was rinsed, skeined to partially dry and hung
to complete drying.
Length of yarn:
Suggested Uses: The shine and drape of this yarn would be well
suited to a woven scarf or, my choice, a triangle shawl. With the
right pattern choice, it would also make a nice knitted poncho.