How to Set the Twist on Handspun Yarn
Fibre Rinse is a lavender scented, anti-static conditioner that rinses clear and does not inhibit absorption. It’s great for:
Enhancing softness of natural and synthetic fibers
Reducing the "itch factor" in wools
Minimizing dye loss
Blocking
spinning or combing milk: 1 part Fibre Rinse to 5 parts Water
As with all softeners, DO NOT USE FIBRE RINSE ON FLAME-RESISTANT CLOTHES.
For an unscented Fibre Rinse experience, try Beyond Soft.
Beyond Soft is an unscented anti-static conditioner that rinses clear and does not inhibit absorption. It’s great for:
Enhancing softness of natural and synthetic fibers
Reducing the "itch factor" in wools
Minimizing dye loss
Blocking and as a
Spinning or combing milk: 1 part Beyond Soft to 5 parts Water in a spray bottle
As with all softeners, DO NOT USE FIBRE RINSE ON FLAME-RESISTANT CLOTHES.
HOW TO SET THE TWIST IN HANDSPUN YARN
SUPPLIES NEEDED
- Bowl of Warm Water
- UNICORN Fibre Rinse or Beyond Soft
- Handspun Yarn, Skeined
INSTRUCTIONS
- After your yarn is spun, wind it off the bobbin using a niddy-noddy.
- Tie the yarn in 4 sections around the skein so it does not get tangled during the setting process.
- Fill up a bowl with warm water and add 2 drops of Fibre Rinse (scented) or Beyond Soft (unscented) to the water.
- Swish the rinse in the water.
- Place the yarn gently in the water and let it soak for 5 minutes.
- Gently remove the yarn from the water and hang in the shower or outside to dry.
- To speed up drying time, use a salad spinner or spin-dryer to remove excess water from the yarn before drying.