This issue of PLY Magazine explores the art of spinning with intention. Discover how to plan yarns for specific purposes—whether 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 direction effects, repurposing commercial garments, historical fiber techniques, and Cretan spinning culture. Perfect for handspinners ready to spin with purpose.