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| NixKat |
Posted - Jun 09 2013 : 09:18:15 AM
I am hoping somebody out there is a spinner... 
I would love to learn to spin yarn but don't know the best way to start. Many years ago I learn to spin using a drop spindle (?)but I would really love to learn to use a spinning wheel.
Where to learn to spin? Where to purchase the spinning wheel?..etc. The only part I have in place is available wool from a friend.
Thank you.
Kathleen...... Farmgirl Sister #3447
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| NixKat |
Posted - Nov 25 2014 : 7:32:08 PM
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Originally posted by NancyOH1
Kathleen,
Do you have a spinning/weaver's guild in your area? I joined the one we have here in central Ohio and they are more than happy to help/teach/learn to use a wheel and will have many different types of wheels from members so you might be able to get an idea of what type wheel to purchase.
I have used the Woolery for a lot of my spinning/weaving supplies and I recommend them highly.
Also, Craftsy.com has a class on spinning, rigid heddle, and one on wool.
Hope you were able to find a wheel as it is addictive in my opinion.
Nancy
Farmgirl # 2508
Thanks Nancy. I appreciate the information. It seems there isn't much "country" stuff going on in this farming area. I can't even find a quilting group to join! I did find lots of "how to's" on You-Tube (who knew???) I am still window shopping for a spinning wheel that won't break our piggy bank.
Kathleen...... Farmgirl Sister #3447
http://hennypennyfarm.blogspot.com/
http://time-2-sew.com
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| NancyOH1 |
Posted - Nov 25 2014 : 3:09:04 PM
Kathleen,
Do you have a spinning/weaver's guild in your area? I joined the one we have here in central Ohio and they are more than happy to help/teach/learn to use a wheel and will have many different types of wheels from members so you might be able to get an idea of what type wheel to purchase.
I have used the Woolery for a lot of my spinning/weaving supplies and I recommend them highly.
Also, Craftsy.com has a class on spinning, rigid heddle, and one on wool.
Hope you were able to find a wheel as it is addictive in my opinion.
Nancy
Farmgirl # 2508 |
| NixKat |
Posted - Jun 11 2013 : 5:43:43 PM
Thank you Julie and especially for the link. I agree that hands on learning with someone leading the way is much better than a video.
Kathleen...... Farmgirl Sister #3447
http://hennypennyfarm.blogspot.com/
www.klbobbittphotography.com
/www.facebook.com/KlBobbittPhotography |
| heritagehunter |
Posted - Jun 11 2013 : 4:59:50 PM
My neighbor across the road has been teaching me to spin and card fiber. If you can find someone in your area that can teach you, I recommend that. My neighbor has been great at explaining and the hands on has been better than any book or video. She has ordered a lot of her supplies (including one of her wheels) from woolery.com. I have used them myself and I like them.
Good luck and I hope you enjoy it! |
| kysheeplady |
Posted - Jun 09 2013 : 10:08:55 AM
if you have wool from a friend ... then maybe she can direct you. Other than that buy a wheel and watch youtube.
I do spin, but as for helping someone on line is a bit difficult ... I can tell you about my wheels and wool and such, but spinning has to be a learned craft ... and practice makes perfect ... Get a wheel first, but makes sure you get one that will grow with you.
Good luck
Teri
"There are black sheep in every flock"
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