Supported Spindles: Pairing Fiber & Tool Part 1
These spindles vary in size and shape across the world, depending greatly on what type of fiber and yarn they were made to spin.
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These spindles vary in size and shape across the world, depending greatly on what type of fiber and yarn they were made to spin.
With this method of spinning and chain-plying in the same pass, you can ply your singles right on the spindle as you spin. Spin some singles, ply them, spin more, ply more—all without ever having to wind your singles off.
Want to try spinning? Drop spindles are a great way to start!
Debbie Held is back to discuss the how-to portion of the plying process, or what to do after winding off.
The number one question people ask when I’m using a handspindle: “how do you go about plying singles yarns from the spindles?”
My preferred low-whorl spindle is the plainest possible—no hook or spiral at the tip to secure the yarn, no special or fancy wood, just a plain, workaday tool.
A nifty tool to manage your fiber
Some spinning teachers insist that you must start with a drop spindle; others pull out a chair and invite you to sit at a spinning wheel. Which is best?
A treat for subscribers featuring handspun yarn in needlework
The longer days of spring and extra daylight mean more time for spinning! Make sure your tools are in tip-top shape.
Want to make your spinning greener? See Linda Ligon’s tips for spindles, shuttles, and other tools that are good for the environment (and could, technically, make yarn).
Are you a new spinner (or know someone who should be)?