PLY - The Magazine for Handspinners, Issue 53, Summer 2026: Purpose p_clearance Malabrigo Book 4 features 18

Malabrigo Book 4 features 18 patterns created by both well known and upcoming designers

5 knitting needles (size K or larger crochet hook) at 3 stitches per inch for a personalized “designer” bulky yarn

Silky Merino

Beth Smith presents a thorough overview of 21 sheep breeds

PLY - The Magazine for Handspinners, Issue 53, Summer 2026: Purpose p_clearance Malabrigo Book 4 features 18This issue of PLY Magazine explores the art of spinning with intention. Discover how to plan yarns for specific purposeswhether for gifting, hand comfort, or particular crafts like crochet, weaving, embroidery, and flatbed knitting. Learn from expert contributors including Kira Dulaney on crochet yarns, Carissa Browning on assigned pooling techniques, and Christopher Kale on silk embroidery threads. Articles also cover yarn sampling strategies, twist