Spinning with the Majacraft Suzie Spinning Wheel

In this video I am spinning with the Majacraft Suzie Spinning Wheel
The Suzie is the most senior wheel in the Majacraft lineup, it was launched more than 30 years ago. It is the true workhorse in the line, with very simple, straightforward look, but able to make all types of yarn, from very fine lace to bulky art yarns. It can use every accessory in the quiver of products offered by Majacraft.
Here is the link to the Suzie listing in my store:
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Here is the link to Suzie replacement parts:
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Finally, I wrote a blog post that captures all the information I could think of about the Majacraft Suzie Spinning wheel, here is the link to the blog post:
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[@pathowes32]

Thanks for sharing the Susie. She looks like a wonderful wheel

[@SoftShetlandWool]

You are very welcome! I am really enjoying getting to know her!

[@almostheaveninthegreatoutd9989]

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[@SoftShetlandWool]

Thanks

[@dragnflei]

This was really interesting! Thanks for showing how the head tilts. I hadn’t considered the benefits for long draw spinning. Maybe when you do the next video where you’re test driving all the other accessories you can demo this again.
This is a very impressive wheel. It seems simple and elegant. I’m impressed that Majacraft has been able to keep it this way and, at the same time, make it so versatile.

[@SoftShetlandWool]

Thanks Karen - yeah, that head tilting is pretty cool. I need to research other mfg. soon to find out how many others do the same thing.

[@oldwoman123]

I have to win the lottery!!!
This is my dream wheel!🤣🤣

[@SoftShetlandWool]

Haha! Good luck with that! It is a pretty dreamy wheel...

[@slimysara7618]

I have a Suzie PRO which I love but the treadle is squeaking terribly. What would you suggest for this?

[@SoftShetlandWool]

Hi there - so it could be a number of things. First thing is check the attachment of the crank assembly to the drive wheel - there are three screws holding the crank in place, if they are loose you will get a good amount of noise. They should be a little more than hand tight. Then make sure that the conrods are nice and straight so that the ball and join are not touching - if they are touching, you need to unscrew the conrod from the treadle and shift it to get the ball/join clear of each other. Last think is to check your screw hinges on the treadles are nice and tight. If this doesn't do it, you might need to replace your hinges, but check these things first. Hope this helps!

[@wannabehandspunyarns]

Any idea why I would have a whirring sound when spinning. I've tried changing the material of the brake band and leader. Ugh. Maybe the standard bobbins?

[@SoftShetlandWool]

I'm guessing it is the tension cord as it rubs up against the bobbin - not sure that can be remedied, unless you can loosen the tension a little. Someone once said they use cotton thread instead of the nylon cord?