Where to get roving?

[callmesusan]

Happy Birthday to me (and Christmas and ...) I ordered me a spinneret. I bought a Kromski Minstrel simply because I like the way it will look in my tiny house! I am a beginner so the way I figure it, we will get along just fine.

Anywhoo, can any of you turn me on to some web sites in which they sell good quality (and soft) roving? Thanks.

[Julie]

Where to begin...I'ma huge fan of Spunky Eclectic -- she does beautiful work. BFL (Bluefaced Leicester) is a great beginner fiber, soft and easy to spin. Don't be afraid to e-mail Amy with questions...she's super friendly and helpful.

There are tons of independent fiber dyers on www.etsy.com...gorgeous stuff! Paradise Fibers is a great source for undyed fiber, as is Copper Moose.

[Jen17]

Happy Birthday you lucky girl!! I just looked at that wheel and I love it...when you use it can you report back here and let us know how you like it, please!!!

[callmesusan]

Thank you for the suggestions for finding some nice roving. I will go to those sites and have a great time searching, learning, and buying.

I will definitely be back to report on the Minstrel, just as soon as I figure out what in the heck to do with it once it is in my house!

[mullerslanefarm]

I like using these two: Great prices, great service and terrific fiber!
http://www.thesheepshedstudio.com/
http://www.rhlindsaywool.com/index.htm

[midnightskyfibers]

I would suggest also getting a variety of types of fibers- different preps of wool (batts, rocing, locks), different breeds, and different types of fibers, so you can have fun playing with everything and finding out what you like to spin.

[callmesusan]

Thank you for all of your kind and thoughtful responses. I have been doing a wee bit of "point and BUY" using your suggestions! Yes, as time goes by I will take your advice and use all sorts of fibers to see how they respond and how I respond to them. Now, how to sleep between now and the 31st It's like the approach of Christmas to a 6 year old!!