Learn to spin yarn

The Alden Amos Big Book of Handspinning: Being a Compendium of Information, Advice, and Opinion on the Noble Art and Craft

by: Alden Amos

THE definitive book, once you've learned the basics. I learn something new every time I pick it up.

Amazon Price: $26.37 (as of 11/07/2009)

Color in Spinning

by: Deb Menz

Deb Menz, whose book Color Works: The Crafter's Guide to Color shows her keen eye and skill, shows you how to use color effectively in your spinning.

Amazon Price: $19.77 (as of 11/07/2009)

Color Works: The Crafter's Guide to Color

by: Deb Menz

This book is a must-have for crafters of any kind, not just spinners.

Amazon Price: $16.47 (as of 11/07/2009)

The Twisted Sisters Sock Workbook: Dyeing, Painting, Spinning, Designing, Knitting

by: Lynne Vogel

Contains my favorite learn-to-dye techniques and info on spindle spinning.

Amazon Price: $12.89 (as of 11/07/2009)

The Spinner's Companion (Companion)

by: Bobbie Irwin

A handy flip-top reference to keep next to you for quick answers.

Amazon Price: $13.57 (as of 11/07/2009)

Spinning Designer Yarns

by: Diane Varney

Once you're ready to move beyond the basics, check out this book.

Amazon Price: $11.53 (as of 11/07/2009)

A Handspindle Treasury: Collected Works from the Save the Sheep Exhibit

by: Spin-Off Magazine

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Hands on Spinning

by: Lee Raven

Clear, easy to follow photos and instructions.

Amazon Price: $14.93 (as of 11/07/2009)

Homespun, Handknit: Caps, Socks, Mittens & Gloves

Excellent patterns that use handspun yarn.

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In Sheep's Clothing: A Handspinner's Guide to Wool

by: Nola Fournier, Jane Fournier

If you really want to know all about wool, sheep breed by sheep breed, this is the book for you.

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Handspun Treasures from Rare Wools: Collected Works from the Save the Sheep Exhibit

Another excellent book for those of you interested in rare sheep breeds.

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Handspun Revolution

by: Alexis Boeger

Fans of Lexi Boeger's unique yarns (pluckyfluff.com) will want to check out her book on the unorthodox, creative techniques she uses.

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