{"title":"Fiber Prep","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"carders","title":"Hand Carders","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose from 5 styles. All carders come with curved backs except for the flick carder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOur \u003cstrong\u003ewool carders\u003c\/strong\u003e are available in two gauges of carding cloth: 72 points per square inch (an all-purpose carding cloth) and 112 points per square inch (great for fine wool and downy fibers). Cloth dimensions: 7-3\/4\" x 5\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMini carders\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eare a pint-sized version of our curved wool cards. Their light weight and smaller size make them quite popular. Available only with 72 psi carding cloth. Cloth dimensions: 3-3\/4\" x 4\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eOur\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecotton carders\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eare wider than our wool carders and slightly smaller in height. With 208 points per square inch, they’re excellent for cotton and other short, fine fibers. Cloth dimensions: 10-1\/2\" x 4\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOur\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eflick carder\u003c\/strong\u003e, used to separate and tease fibers in preparation for spinning, has 72 points per inch on its cloth. It’s a single carder; work the fiber against a stiff piece of leather or heavy canvas. Cloth dimensions: 3-3\/4\" x 4\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Schacht Spindle Company","offers":[{"title":"Curved Wool Medium Carders - 72 PSI","offer_id":45418179494183,"sku":"WS6301P","price":124.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Curved Wool Fine Carders - 112 PSI","offer_id":45418179592487,"sku":"WS6309P","price":124.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Curved Cotton Carders - 208 PSI","offer_id":45418179526951,"sku":"WS6305P","price":132.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Flick Carder - 72 PSI","offer_id":45418179559719,"sku":"WS6307","price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Mini Curved Carders - 72 PSI","offer_id":45418179625255,"sku":"WS6318P","price":80.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/0692\/6631\/products\/PRODUCT-SPIN-CardersGroup.png?v=1688145681"},{"product_id":"louet-blending-board","title":"Blending Board","description":"\u003cp\u003eBlend colors and fibers for beautiful effects in your handspun yarn. 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Its curved, unlacquered basswood paddle measures 6 x 10 cm (2-3\/8\" x 4\") and has a stiffer cloth than other carders, to help straighten out felted ends of locks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Louët","offers":[{"title":"Flicker 72 tpi","offer_id":51322963001639,"sku":"KP0112","price":57.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 x 10 cm (4\" x 4\") 110 tpi","offer_id":51322963034407,"sku":"KP0110","price":92.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"19 x 10 cm (7-1\/2\" x 4\") 46 tpi","offer_id":51322963067175,"sku":"KP0108","price":127.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"19 x 10 cm (7-1\/2\" x 4\") 72 tpi","offer_id":51322963099943,"sku":"KP0107","price":127.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"19 x 10 cm (7-1\/2\" x 4\") 110 tpi","offer_id":51322963132711,"sku":"KP0109","price":127.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/0692\/6631\/files\/handcards.png?v=1776890354"},{"product_id":"louet-wool-combs","title":"Wool Combs","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe make single row and double row mini-combs, both 6.5 cm (2-1\/2\") wide, from ash and finish them with lacquer. 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Combs weigh 70 grams (2.4 ounces) each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 24.0pt; font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: 'MS Mincho'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Emoji'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: JA; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003e⚠️\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eWARNING: SHARP POINTED TINES – PUNCTURE AND LACERATION HAZARD\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWool combs contain sharp metal tines capable of puncturing skin and causing serious injury.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eKeep out of reach of children and pets at all times.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eUse only for intended fiber preparation purposes. Do not use as a tool for any other purpose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eAlways maintain control of both combs during use. Striking or swinging motions may result in loss of control and injury to yourself or others.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eKeep hands, fingers, and body parts clear of tine path during use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eDo not use near other people or in confined or obstructed spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eWhen clamping a comb to a surface, ensure it is securely fastened. Never leave a comb unattended with tines exposed or facing upward.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eAlways store with tines covered using protective material (e.g., cardboard, foam) to prevent accidental contact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eInspect combs before use. 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