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| L to R: top whorl, bottom whorl, and supported spindle, plus three bases for the third type. |
Now I have a bit of an informed starting point, and can decide whether to invest in a spindle to practice with, and if so, what kind. Everyone in the group was spinning on a wheel - and there were many different types of wheels, also! - but several spinners shared advice on who makes good "beginner" spindles, and where I might find one.
Of course, you know me...I'm thinking of making a rudimentary spindle to play with, rather than buying one. In fact, if I had access to a lathe, I would be thinking not so much about spinning wool at all, and instead would be thinking very much about making spindles! I do love working with wood.
Say, I wonder if I could build a rudimentary lathe? ;)
I hope your weekend brought happy adventures!
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I've never had the chance to play with such things, but I have to admit that even if I wasn't interested in spinning I would love fondling that beautiful one on the right. My dad made a lot of things from wood and I've always been fascinated by it.
ReplyDeleteI have three nice beginner spindles and am a pretty clumsy spinner but proud of doing it. Much prefer it to messing with a wheel. Balance is all in the spindle, for a beginner. And I love handling my wooden friendly spindles. In fact I think I'll go play with them now.
ReplyDeleteI mentioned at the meeting that people seem to collect drop spindles,even if they prefer wheels. Every head within hearing range nodded!
DeleteIf you figure out how to make a lathe, let me know. The motor on my husband's ShopSmith died recently ... so my spinning wheel isn't getting done. Not that I need it done anytime soon. I've never tried spinning - even on a drop spindle!
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