So far I've spun several small balls of different yarns, just learning the motions. I'm working on a full bobbin of thinner wool, as even as possible. I enjoy the sensation of spinning, the coordinated movements and the feel of wool gliding through my fingers.
Coping with autoimmune disease with grace (sometimes), humor (always) and dignity (rarely). Plus knitting and cats!
April 21, 2013
Spinning!
Because you can never have too many hobbies. And the Zombiepocalypse might be cold.
It all started about 8 years ago, when my aunt gave me a spinning wheel. She sent it with a how-to video and some wool. I tried to spin, couldn't get the knack, and set the wheel aside. Recently some online friends were talking about spinning and I tried again. Lo and behold, I got the hang of it! Much of the initial problem was with the fiber, it was too lumpy to spin easily. I tried with another piece and it was so much easier.
So far I've spun several small balls of different yarns, just learning the motions. I'm working on a full bobbin of thinner wool, as even as possible. I enjoy the sensation of spinning, the coordinated movements and the feel of wool gliding through my fingers.
So far I've spun several small balls of different yarns, just learning the motions. I'm working on a full bobbin of thinner wool, as even as possible. I enjoy the sensation of spinning, the coordinated movements and the feel of wool gliding through my fingers.
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How very cool! I always loved reading descriptions of spinning in novels when I was a kid. It seems so magical!
ReplyDeleteIt is pretty cool, and really hard! If I can really get the hang of it I'll feel magical ;)
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