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How to Care For Your Angora Rabbit

October 15, 2012
by Joy of Handspinning
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I started raising Angora rabbits because I wanted a source of fiber for my spinning projects. Sheep were out of the question, but I thought I could handle a rabbit. After seeing these darlings for the first time, I couldn’t resist and I ended up adopting four of them. They are a
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How to Prepare Fiber With a Drum Carder

October 15, 2012
by Joy of Handspinning
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Using a drum carder is another way of preparing your fiber for spinning. Its more efficient than hand-carding, allowing you to card larger amounts at one time. It is best to use fleece that has been pre-washed, because it cards easier and puts less wear on the machine. The drum carder
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