The Russian Join has been the subject of several very good tutorials elsewhere. But, as I was ready to join another ball of slipery silk yarn to my Adagio, I thought that I would record my version of this technique. It is very simple, very easy and with the right size needle and a pair of magnifying glasses, sort of fun. Here goes…
repeat, threading the needle this time with the yarn you are joining
clip ends, and you’re done!
Weather update…. still raining, still freezing (well almost, what do you call the 30’s) and the wood stove is STILL cranking!
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7 responses to “joining silk”
That looks so simple! And not as gross as spit splicing.
Your tutorial is much easier to understand than the one you originally linked to. Thanks. BTW, I think warmer weather is headed your way. We are in the 80’s. Hang in there.
Good pictures, and I can see that is going to be useful for things silk and otherwise.
Isn’t Monday supposed to be HOT?
Nice tutorial!!! Sounds cold in your parts. We are supposed to get into the 70’s today.
It leaves a very nice join.
I’m going to try it with my socks. I hate weaving in ends.
Thanks for that. I never knew. Wish I could be there to give you and Andean refresher, but I bet you’ll be in many many capable hands.
Thanks for posting this pictorial again, as I really want to work on my scarf. Tell me, how many skeins did your adiago shawl take? It is just beautiful! I may have to give one a try