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Old 12-13-2007, 03:11 PM   #1
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My first spindling attempt...
...and I don't even have a 'real' spindle yet! I wanted to try before buying a spindle so I used a pencil, a circle of cardboard and a screw in hook. There isn't much yet but here it is...

This is fun! I now have to look into s spindle. Any recommendations? Spam welcome if you make your own!
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Old 12-14-2007, 04:47 AM   #2
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Wow! Very resourceful and creative spindle. The yarn looks great. Kundert spindles are nice.
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Old 12-14-2007, 01:27 PM   #3
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Wish I could take the credit for the idea but I saw this video.

Those Kundert spindles are beautiful!
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Old 12-14-2007, 11:13 PM   #4
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My very favorite spindle

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Old 12-15-2007, 01:02 AM   #5
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I was looking at those. What weight is best for a beginner?
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I think the 2.2 oz. is a great beginner spindle
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Old 12-19-2007, 04:41 PM   #7
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...and I don't even have a 'real' spindle yet! I wanted to try before buying a spindle so I used a pencil, a circle of cardboard and a screw in hook. There isn't much yet but here it is...

This is fun! I now have to look into s spindle. Any recommendations? Spam welcome if you make your own!
Boy, that's great! was it hard to do? I'm kind of not coordinated, is why I ask.
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Not too hard... I used the park and draft method which makes it easier.
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Old 12-21-2007, 01:48 AM   #9
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It looks great !!!
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Old 12-31-2007, 04:17 AM   #10
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found a teacher
I found a local lady who will teach me to use the drop spindle, and, for free.
She knows a woman who owns and runs a sheep farm here, and i hope I can get good prices on roving, while learning spinning techniques.
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