Friends in Fiber Merino/Superwash Merino/Tussah Silk

My Ladybug has arrived! Her name is Gretchen and it was love at first sight.

Her ladybug is on the left side behind the drive wheel.

Store: Friends in Fiber
Purchased: July 2013
Price: $16

Fiber content: 40% Merino/40% Superwash Merino/20% Tussah Silk
Colorway: Rain Forest
Weight: 4 oz.
Preparation: combed top

Softness (1-low, 10-high): 9
Spinning method: worsted on my Schacht Ladybug

On the bobbin

What's not to love?! It's beautifully dyed, beautifully prepared, and a beautiful end result. And did I mention the totally reasonable prices and bonus lavender sachet and cards to label your finished handspun?

Gingko Shoulderette Shawl

I admit to having a bit of trouble with this fiber at first, but I think that's much more a result of my inexperience with the wheel and the fact that merino's short staple was perhaps not the best choice for a first wheel spun yarn. But I persevered and ended up with gorgeous yarn.

Would I recommend this? Absolutely (though maybe not to a first time spinner). I can't wait to spin up the other braid I have from them, a gradient dyed BFL/silk blend.