Spinning with a drop spindle, early middle ages.
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Wanting to spin but not sure on the investment? Today we are going to make a drop spindle using things found around the house. It's easier than you think!
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Drop spindles are a fun, easy, and inexpensive way to get into spinning yarn. They are super simple to make and I'll walk you through making your own.
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There’s quite a lot of technical language that you encounter when delving into the world of spinning instructions, and you’ll find yourself in an especially confusing place if you’…
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After spinning yarn on a drop spindle, it is time to ply and finish the % yarn. I will show you how I ply my yarn and get it ready for a project.
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As I ALWAYS have too many plastic bags cluttering up my house (even though I try try to keep them organized) so it was time yet again to make some more plarn. This time though, after perusing the i…
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Robin on Instagram: "👋🏻 good morning friends! Let’s have another mini drop spindle lesson, shall we? 🧶 These little sessions are meant to help the beginner get your brain wrapped around what’s happening with your hands. If you’re new to drop spindle spinning, take the pressure off yourself with suspending your spindle. There’s a lot happening and taking one thing out of the equation helps. Start out with the “park and draft” method first. Once your brain and muscle memory join…
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How to Drop Spindle a Rolag: This instructable shows you how to drop spindle a rolag using a top whorl spindle. It's fun, easy to do, and very relaxing.
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How to use a drop spindle to spin yarn. Beginner instructions in yarn making from a spindle maker. Park and draft and other basic DIY tips for starting, free with pictures.
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So you just got a spinning wheel! How excited are you right now? Let’s get you spinning and learn how to spin on a spinning wheel for absolute beginners! I know you probably want to dive right in and start spinning up that lovely fluffy fiber that will become your first yarn, but if you follow these simple steps, you will avoid frustration and have a better idea of how to troubleshoot any problems that may arise. Stick with me and soon you will be spinning amazing yarn!
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