I’m talking about my new toy that I’m so excited about, not my Hubby, although he’s handsome too ![]()
I decided to have another attempt at spinning, might be another disaster but I REALLY REALLY want to learn to spin my own yarn. I am determined this time and there’s no stopping me. Are you ready for a major tantrum and a rage? I’m not going to give up so easy this time. I will be brave and hope that it will be better than this major disaster. I will spin and spin until I can spin no more. So stand back and hold your breath!
Inspired by Gnomiejo, who said she spun for the first time (She kidding ?? ) have you seen her first attempt? I purchased a Top & Bottom Whorl Spindle and it’s so damn pretty (ahem, not sure which is the top or bottom tho.) Even if spinning isn’t for me, my spindle is just beautiful just look at. I’ll just place it amongst my stash of yarns and pretend I can spin. I’ve been twirling it everyday since I got it without the roving though (cheat) Hee.
Made with Plywood, Pitch, Pine and Yew as a special request order, I had this made with a weight of approximately 75gms. I haven’t a clue where to start so fingers, toes and eyes crossed, take a deep breath for me please, I SHALL SPIN! Woot Woot!! Yeah Baby!
……..Oh you can breathe now ![]()








August 24th, 2007 at 1:22 am
You crack me up, girl…
August 24th, 2007 at 5:06 am
I know you can do it! I must admit that my recent post was the first time I drop spindled! I have spun on a wheel before…
I have the utmost confidence that you can get the hang of it! Maybe search the internet for some videos! Maybe I should make one!
Good luck and don’t give up!!!
August 24th, 2007 at 2:26 pm
Oh wow, that is one pretty spindle!! I have some lying around but I’m afraid drop spindling just ain’t my thing.. I’ll stick with knitting
Show us some pictures of your handspun soon ok?
August 24th, 2007 at 4:01 pm
Oooh! Another hobby! Good luck with that and be sure to show us your results. I’m sure you’ll get it after some practice!
August 24th, 2007 at 9:27 pm
well that’s uncanny, I have been thinking about spinning all week! where did you buy your spindle? it is lovely! I dont understand the difference (apart from the obvious) between top and bottom whorl but from what I have read I am guessing that top would be easier for a beginner?
be sure and post pics of your spindle In Action!
August 25th, 2007 at 10:47 am
that’s very neat, you go girl!!
I’m sure you can crack it this time.
August 27th, 2007 at 2:53 am
Ooo, what a beautiful spindle! I admire your determination, and I can’t wait to see your lovely results!
August 28th, 2007 at 3:01 am
How is it going? Any luck???
August 28th, 2007 at 5:22 pm
Ooo, that is gorgeous!
August 31st, 2007 at 9:20 am
Andean plying is the way to go!
You wind the yarn in a special way around your hand and then ply it as two singles back onto the spindle as one operation, and the twist sorts itself out as you go along. If you google it you’ll find it, and I think there’s an Abby Franquemont YouTube demo as well.
It’s looking good so far!
n
November 3rd, 2007 at 4:08 pm
What kind of spindle is that? I love the wood!! Let me know