Part one of the Fibre Fun - Carding

[@jillgarrett3169]

Though I am not a spinner or a knitter, I enjoy watching the episodes like this. I watch them all in chronological order in fact. Watching is like sitting in your room and learning from a sweet friend. I look forward to learning about dying batik cloth. Thank you. Your videos bring a calm and peace to my day when I watch.

[@karonwostenholme6533]

❤️ Never boring, I've never seen it done before, interesting new love your channel x insperational thank you for sharing your skills xxx

[@sonydonna9662]

I've never seen this process before so really appreciate your explanations! I stumbled upon your channel earlier today, and am binge-watching from beginning to current times. I find you a very positive person and I'm learning a lot. Thank you.

[@jughead6709]

Gorgeous colors; I’m not a spinner, but find all this information fascinating! As ever, thank you Kate!

[@sadiesspincraft6319]

I'm a spinner and I tell everyone there is no right or wrong way if it works for you then it works don't fix what isn't broken, beautiful rolags they will be gorgeous when spun up. Much love and light 😘

[@lornamikkelson5690]

I am so fascinated with your work Kate. Don't ever stop showing your daily "chores" with us. It is very relaxing. The carded wool before you wind it on the needles reminds me of the hair on those little trolls back in the seventies

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

oh yes! they had fibre hair! I have some spinning looking reproachfully at me while I finish this red/pink quilt! soon!!! xxx

[@judyzeigler3980]

I love watching , because I have never seen it done. Don’t know a thing about it but I am always open if nothing else to learn or but to know how it’s done. I have always been interested in things earthy and would come in handy as a survivalist.

[@wendybellhouse5731]

Not bored at all! Could listen for hours 😊 love those colour blends, my favourites.

[@kimosabebublitz4422]

how could we not be interested ? you had us mesmerized by the peace extolled from the warmth of your home. the snow and the cold and the birds...... many times rewatched this video. thanks Kate.

[@Amritadivya]

I'm a spinner and I would call the wool you carded as a "puni" because it resembles how cotton is processed and then spun. I have a drum carder and will have to try your technique! The best techniques are made by people who don't know what they are doing. If you don't know it's "wrong" then you can find your way to a perfectly great way of doing something.

[@maggiedoor6093]

Very enjoyable video, I'm not a spinner but I love all crafty things. I was born and raised in Surrey, UK, now in Ontario Canada. They don't serve new potatoes with salad here as they do in UK and Europe. I am buying seed potatoes tomorrow, I haven't found anywhere that sells new potatoes fresh right out of the ground!! When I first arrived 40 years ago you could buy baskets of them, still with mud on, lovely. The ones in the stores say new, but you can't even scrape the skin, therefore they are not, only small potatoes. I always make weekly soups and bread in winter here.

[@susanharrell8902]

Yea! I asked for a video on this & just found it. Can't wait to enjoy it!!! Thanks soooo much!

[@HemstreetFl]

Such beautiful fibers!

[@joburkham8890]

Again your so talented . I'm not a spinner but was fascinated and love anything homemade ! Can I come by for some Soup and bread ? Love from Texas !

[@jessierogers9592]

Oh! I just love watching your videos! I feel as if I’m sitting there in the room just having a chat. So relaxing Thank you for sharing your time

[@lorettahenderson8979]

I want to thank you for showing this process❤❤

[@annathy]

I enjoyed this. I too am a spinner, knitter, crocher, and a sock cranker. This is a lovely easy video. You have a lovely voice and I sit here searching for an affordable carder. ;) I'll be watching the entire spinning series you have here and hope you will do more in the future.

[@lauraleecreations3217]

Ooooh carding!!!!!!’❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@peachycheeks4394]

Really enjoyable to watch! Thanks Kate!

[@lauraleecreations3217]

So I just found this video❤️❤️❤️ and I found you from Arne and Carlos on first Lockdown in the US(New England)(March 2020-July 2020)..... Arne and Carlos said in one of their videos that they use only natural fibers, and the bits they card and spin yarn from it. And from that time on, I’ve been saving my natural fiber bits and small balls. And I bought hand carders for only $7. At a thrift shop. I’ve been super lucky at thrift shops in the past. Finding weaving, spinning, and various yarn beauties!❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@darlenem4940]

Oh my gosh this was so interesting. Never seen it before. Kate your amazing

[@marjorysmith2340]

You make me want to learn to spin, Kate. I love your videos.

[@Ellie-yx8ni]

I learned about your channel some months ago when Arne and Carlos mentioned you a couple of times so I had to check you out. So glad I did. Since watching your videos I have decided to get back into quilting after more than 20 years away from it. I would never have thought of spinning my own yarn or dyeing my own fabrics or making a Boro jacket or even trying my hand at embroidery. I am inspired at every turn at The Last Homely House. Nothing is boring here. It is peaceful and interesting. I like how you just dive in and give things a go. You said once on another video, "How hard can it be?" I told my daughter I want to cross stitch that quote and hang it in my sewing room. You have a great attitude. Cheers!

[@Diannetimpani]

Watching through may be boring to you, but delightful listening to your thoughts as you work. Thank you.

[@susanbaker3078]

Dear Kate, I loved the brief views of snow falling outside, it reminded me of home many years ago. Even though you could be my younger sister in real time, you remind me of my granny. We lived with my maternal grandparents as an extended family. I learned so much about gardening and a little about needlework and sewing and making jam, etc. It seemed like my grandparents could do anything. What rich and happy memories listening to Granny telling stories of her childhood in the UK. I just started watching your KZbin videos a couple of weeks ago thanks to Arne and Carlos. Listening & watching you work on your various projects and talk about your life inspires me to "get on" with my own necessary activities and some creative ones, too. These are challenging times and it's easy to lose heart and stall out, at least it is for me. So thank you for inviting me and my elderly dog to join everyone else on the lime green sofa!!! 💖🐾Susan & Ben in So. Cal., USA ☮

[@ccpperrett7522]

Dear Susan, Your grand mother sounds like a gem. How wonderful to have your grand parents right there to help with teaching you so many wonderful skills. Sadly, so many children today will not have that ecperience. I treasure every moment I spent with my grand children. My husband and I cram as many teaching moments we can into our visits. My grand son, who is ten years old, wanted to make a quilt with me. He was very diligent and pleased with the results. My grand daughter, age eight, learned to knit dish cloths from her neighbor and loves it. I'm so happy God places people in their lives to teach them, when we can"t be there. I enjoy learning from Kate and having a cup of tea in the lime green sofa. I pray you are well dear friend.💖Cathy and Charles in South Central Alaska

[@Boonemd]

Loved watching this!

[@lindanicholson5431]

I am not a spinner, but it is very interesting, I love learning new things!!

[@pinky62]

Love this mix of cors! Thanks for sharing!

[@jamiethrogmorton2540]

Oooh I can’t wait to start spinning lessons next month. I was given 80 ounces (5 lbs!!) of mixed fiber from Spincycle, many colors. So many options, lots of practice ahead. I need more brights though-a la Kate!! 😂😂😂

[@irhonda31]

I’m very happy that you explained about the whole process. I highly doubt that I will ever do it myself, but it’s interesting to learn about.

[@annettemixon1264]

Never even thought about making rolags from the carder. Genius!!!! ❤️🇩🇰

[@nicolacockett7523]

I am a beginner spinner and I so enjoyed watching you make these rolags, which I have never really understood what they are!!

[@lifeofjoy9404]

Loved seeing how this is done. The gentle, slow crafting, your soothing voice and the lovely colors worked together to calm and cheer me here on a cold, dreary Oregon USA evening. Thank you!

[@patriciathompson350]

I love your videos Kate and feel like I'm there with you. I wish I was as talented as you are. Sometimes I sm having trouble hearing though. Maybe it's my tablet lol. I sm loving this video very very much. Thank you.

[@carolcourtney1122]

I'm fascinated by the whole fiber process. Thank you.

[@tinatippin5705]

Very interesting. Have always wanted to do this. But...seems I am allergic to wool. I used to weave and basket make, but never spin. What an amazing life you have made for yourself. Priceless skills.

[@katehenry2718]

I've been spinning nearly 60 years but never saw anyone use the knitting needle trick to make ralags. I've been content to card wuth hand carders, but this could change my mind. You CAN teach an old dog new tricks. )))

[@linosquoka4671]

I've learned so much. Beautiful colors

[@colinirwin7848]

Would love to see you dye the wools.

[@anneduigan4933]

Watching from this side, I love what the doffing tool does to the "hair" when you lift the wool. It is a bit like a man doffing his cap and undoing his hairdo. hahaha

[@glenhenry6394]

Just love how Norma is lying with You while You work on Your Rug x

[@patriciathompson350]

It's not boring Kate it's awesome watching you.

[@maryb1342]

We in the U.S. call them roving... Loved watching you card the wool. You should try right off the sheep. The wool that is. Lol

[@Anita3kidsS.]

Kate, I love watching and learning everything that you do! I wish I lived close by. Thank goodness for your channel & videos .

[@Murphycats]

I have never seen anyone do this...the carding and the spinning. I love watching you do this and am fascinated by the process. I hope you will do more of it. Going to watch the spinning now!!

[@cyndifoore7743]

I have hand carders, I had a really nice wheel but hardly used it so I sold it. I have an antique wheel that needs repaired and perhaps I’ll use it occasionally. I find spinning to be the most relaxing thing I’ve ever done. All of life’s problems are solved in the draft zone.

[@Allyson-ho3vy]

I'm not a spinner Kate but this is fascinating. I have some sheep's wool a friend gave me years ago (literally three bags full! 😅) and i would love to do something with it.

[@anndotsey1910]

What a find! I have never seen the spinning process and I am mesmerized by the whole thing. This old dog loves new tricks!!!

[@sandrasykes3026]

Fascinating! Keep teaching!

[@PurpleSweetPea206]

Oh my gosh I'm in love 😍 with your videos I'm a textiles teacher and allotment Gardener. Please keep your lovely videos coming.

[@dckroyer4451]

Oh that was so fun to watch, Kate! I've never seen fibers being carded before and didn't realize what goes into it. How fortunate you were able to get that drum carding machine. It does look like fun, and I know what you mean about needing to work with some color in the middle of a long winter! So happy you have these old videos still available so I can play catch. Mavis😀

[@rebeccafoust2963]

I enjoyed watching you do something I have only read about and then it usually was an activity someone was doing and little detail was given. I look forward to your next installment of preparing your yarn for use. Prudence is beautiful. I know she brings lots of joy into your home.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

Rebecca Foust when I think about the last few years....I have gone from having one cat - Norma - to today with 4 cats, many hens and hopefully .... bees. Im much happier having lots of things to look after! Thank you for your interest in my little channel and for your patience as a feel my way towards how it should be. I’m so enjoying myself! 😊❤️

[@scottpenaluna5330]

HOWDY 💜🇺🇸👩‍🎤 I usually plan my time watching your viedos late at night when the house has gone to sleep for the day. I consider it my time to relax The house is dark and quiet and I am warm and cozy covered up under my electric blanket My husband is snoring his way into dream land and I am off to another part of the world " EAST OF THE SEA " Well, in a round about way I am saying the time I spend watching your vids is good for me. I like to think that I am a creative person BUT ..... that does not mean I know it all. I. LOVE YOUR VIDEOS BECAUSE I AM LEARNING NEW THINGS AND OTHER WAYS AT LOOKING AT HOW TO DO THINGS And the great part of that is ... you Kate make each video peaceful, and relaxing. You have a pleasant personality and I ABSOLUTELY LOVE that you share your home and garden as well as all your precious animal family. I am taken by seeing what that part of the world is like. So please excuse me if I sound a bit mushy. But as one or more of your viewers already said . I TOO WISH I COULD BE YOUR NEIGHBOR 💜 Signing off Scott's wife Vickie

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

I think I have many new virtual neighbours here on met channel and you are all very welcome! xxx

[@scottpenaluna5330]

@@thelasthomelyhouse HOW SWEET 😁 Signing off Scott's wife Vickie

[@Freerose2]

I enjoy your video's very much. They are so relaxing. I need that in my life. Thank you from The Netherlands.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

Thank you Ruth - we all do! xxxxx

[@kstevenson9278]

My only regret about watching is that I can’t taste the soup and bread. 😂 I recently started watching from the beginning and it’s amazing how many things you’ve tried. You’re living my dream!

[@lindalewis8565]

You are amazing! I love your videos. You have such a way of describing things that is fascinating and entertaining. Wish I could bring over a wonderful tea and a huge tin of biscuits and just listen to you all day and I’d course, help if I can. And I guarantee that I’m not the only one! You have such a generous spirit!

[@feliciahazelton754]

You are a Renaissance woman. Fascinating to watch you create.

[@adeleseaman5004]

Just discovered your channel, learning so much. Two years worth of videos to watch … brilliant

[@ladylee8364]

Hello there im new to needle felting so to see this process is so cool im just learning all about roving merino batting thank you

[@annierodenberg2327]

Mesmerizing, Kate! I find carding most interesting and look forward seeing the fiber being spun. So would like being a neighbor you invited over for a cuppa and spinning. 😂

[@karinb57]

Girl........! Don't shew me away......it's positively mesmerizing. 😨 My eyes are as big as saucers! I really like the whole process, and I'm gonna watch it all. I don't care what you say.....hahahahaha. Thank you Kate. 💕💕

[@katewhyte6274]

I'm so interested to see you using your Drum carder in the same way as I use my blending board Kate. The friend who lent me her drum carder and gave me a lesson did it in a different way but guess there is always more than one way 😆 I'm sure you arent't doing it wrong.

[@lindahodgkins4197]

Love that drum carder. I have a Loet and hand carders, too. I took a Masters handspinning course in Canada. Love ever bit of spinning wool into yarn.

[@myownkindofman3418]

Absolutely fascinating! I so enjoyed watching you carding the wool. I'm fascinated to see how the whole process unfolds. A lovely, calming few minutes watching how wonderfully creative and practical you are. Thank you for sharing and I look forward to seeing the spinning.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

My Own Kind Of Man thank you so much! While I am housebound with the snow I just keep thinking of more videos I want to make. It’s because no one ever stops me 😩😂 xxxxx

[@themirrorimagestitcher]

I don’t know anything about these processes so I’m just fascinated 😍

[@marycline5578]

Kate,I have always wanted to know about spinning. Thank you for this great lesson.

[@lindawitherspoon446]

Fascinating I enjoy seeing how things work. Great view of Prudence. Lol. In my experience, everything you do is interesting! I’m like you in regards to the jacket potatoes. Yum However, I never met a potato I didn’t like.

[@mightymo3044]

Hi if you put a plastic ball in the water the ball moves around helping it to stop the ice from forming, use varying sizes according to the size of the trough my dad used this method for his fish pond & it worked.. :):):):)

[@jenniferjohnson9335]

Gorgeous fibers, there! It is fascinating to watch, even though I'm not a spinner. I do love to knit, a bit of crochet and cross stitch. I appreciated all the fiber arts!

[@lucy7b]

Thank you, this reminds me of a trip to the woollen mill factory in Witney. They made blankets. Early’s was the name. There were two blanket mills then in the 60s. Not one now.

[@annesmith478]

Fascinating watching what you are doing. I'm not a spinner but I do love to knit and sew.

[@TheSlowens]

OK Kate, now your doing something I have never done. But, have dreamed of doing. Wow..really beautiful colors..ery interesting. I can sew, BUT...you upped the ante... glad your safe and warm. Snow, soup, fresh bread and kittys....have a wonderful evening.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

sharon owens ok Sharon, do you think you might give it a try? There’s a bit of expense involved in getting started but after that it’s a very satisfying occupation! 😊❤️

[@elainebuckley4984]

So interesting & soothing to watch.

[@shirleylindsay5586]

I loved watching you do this. I've never seen this done before. Looking forward to watching you spin. I like learning how all things are made. Thanks for Shari g.

[@evelynfrench804]

Beautiful fibers! I’ll watch you spin. Wonders to Behold! 😀

[@td1897]

Snow...gets boring but you can't argue with the clear light it provides to work with.

[@vivrbn]

That fiber is gorgeous!

[@noveltypenmanship]

I doubt I'll ever spin, or ever understand it, truth be told, but having pleasant company while I cut my patchwork pieces cannot be understated.

[@bb27232]

your videos are pure joy - thank you for sharing your life and loves -

[@marionmathews9852]

I found this very interesting, because I’ve never seen it done before. I knit and crochet, but I buy the yarn ready for that. I shall continue with the process.

[@fadedglory1045]

If I could only eat one food it would be potato. Love em baked especially. 🌺

[@L70s]

That sure is the "rolls Royce" of carders. Spinners really do love their drum carders, so much easier than the hand ones. My mom was known in these parts for spinning dog fur. (I thought it was gross..lol) but she would do commissions and people would send her bags of their beloved dog's fur (it had to be a type that was appropriate, " no poodles"). She'd ply it with wool and then knit them what ever article they wanted. We had a collie mix and she made my daughter mittens. Can't wait to see how your colors spin up, what a nice activity for a snow day.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

Lynn Marie dog hair! 😳 I’m not sure how I feel about that 🤔I’m sure a bit of cat hair ends up in my yarn, but unintentionally, hmmmm ........nope, I don’t think I’ll be offering that a as service any time soon. But full marks to your mum for being so inventive. 😂😊❤️

[@laurahodger7184]

I was looking for a video in my feed to watch while hand carding and this popped up, perfect!

[@lyndaevans1132]

i know nothing about spinning/weaving--I''m a quilter and sexist, so I love seeing/hearing about your spinning/carding/mixing of fibers. I am sitting here re-ironing a huge bunch of fabric so I can completely reorganize my sewing studio, and you are great company! Thanks!

[@marybull3715]

I loved that Kate, I have a bag of hair from my standard poodle and my grooming brushes are very like your hand carders, I will really have to try.

[@chippewagirl7299]

I've never seen this done before, I learn a lot from you Kate.

[@cathyhensley4009]

You're having too much fun! LOL

[@myownlittlehouse471]

This is my favorite video of yours thus far, because I LOVE fiber arts and find this kind of thing SO calming. I don't have a drum carder or cards, but I have used a hackle and a diz to get my alpaca fleece in a condition that I can kind of spin it. Ah well. That drum cards does look amazing and your rolags are so pretty. Thank you for a peaceful Sunday afternoon!

[@freshwaterwi]

One of the things I love about spinning is that is allows for all sorts of people to enjoy it and be successful with it. If you want to be totally anal retentive and hard core about rules you can plan every aspect of your yarn before you ever spin an inch. And if you want to grab some fiber and put it through your wheel , making it up as you go along, you can do that too. If you enjoy spinning spider web-like yarns for lace shawls you can do that, and with nearly all the same skills you can spin funky, bulky art yarn or yarn for a plain cardigan. The options are endless!

[@Angela10226]

Oh Kate, I am so delighted to see you doing your carding! I don't know anything about all of these things but I have wanted to learn. I can't wait to see the spinning video. Thanks so much for sharing your world. Angela

[@ruthsmith2434]

You do the most amazing things!

[@jenpedwards]

I think I need to have a drum carder! 👏🙏🥰💖

[@sherrienewell2578]

I love your spinning. You so remind me of a friend that does all things like you do. I am looking at getting a luet s10 spinning wheel. I find those are easy to operate. Greetings from Colorado.

[@marydevlin9559]

I enjoyed seeing the process. Thank you.

[@kennethstensrud669]

You are just like me, keeping poultry, doing handi craft and gardening (well I suppose you gardening). I live in Norway and are used to 60 cm/ 2' of snow, at least.

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

oh yes - I garden alright - when the season starts it will be All Garden! xxx

[@deniseview4253]

Can't wait to see part 2. Very interesting.

[@gigglegiggles3189]

Snowing here as well So Pretty looks like icing suger on the trees. Love it .

[@devnaroberts9689]

Fascinating. Although I knit, I have never seen this done...a potpourri of colors!

[@maryalgar8779]

I knit, but know next to nothing about how the yarn moves from sheep to skein :) So I am enjoying this immensely. Found out about you through Arne & Carlos. It appears you are skilled at all fiber arts and having never been to the UK, it's all interesting.

[@jeandunlop2922]

I'm not a spinner but I do knit. I found this process very interesting. Thank you so much for sharing.