Hand spinning yarn

There are many benefits of spinning yarn with a drop spindle. We will discuss how to use a drop spindle, so if you are brand new, this article is for you!

So, you want to be like Tasha Tudor and hand spin some yarn. Maybe you don’t want to go too deep into this hobby just yet, because you’re on a limited budget, or aren’t sure if you’ll enjoy it. What is the bare minimum you need to purchase to get started spinning yarn? There are tons of books, videos, and articles, all with different opinions and suggestions. But let’s start with the basics. Read on for the simplest, least overwhelming way to start spinning yarn.

Using a drop spindle is a fun way to get started in the wide, wide world of hand spinning wool. The drop spindle is inexpensive to buy and an easy DIY project. We just finished a weekend at the Heart of New Mexico Fiber Gathering where I was able to demonstrate spindle spinning and visit with many people who are trying to learn how to spin yarn. These tips are my best advice for a beginning spindler. Don't feel frustrated until you've tried them all! 1. Watch someone spin with a drop…

New to spinning yarn? There are various factors that will help to achieve a consistent handspun yarn, which we will discuss today.

In this video, I show you how to spin an autowrapped single-ply art yarn from a rolag made in the first video ( find part 1 here https://youtu.be/DYYURony4sk...

Drop spindles are a handy way to keep your hands busy, and an inexpensive (and portable) way to produce homemade yarn. They're perfect for relaxing with family or spending quality evenings by the fire in

Spinning your own yarn is a time-honored skill and also one that is enjoyable and practical. Here's how to get started.

Before I started spinning on my first spinning wheel, I learned how to spin on a drop spindle. With this guide, I will explain drop spindle spinning for complete beginners. You will learn everything you need to know from attaching the fiber, to finishing your yarn!

Excited to embark your spinning adventures, but not sure where to start? This post has everything you need to know when learning how to spin yarn.

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