Informative and interesting video. Thank you. It gives me a great appreciation for the work involved in making the thread used to make Jeans, shirts, and most every fibrous thing woven from thread or yarn. Imagine the short strands that easily pull apart become a strong and tough thread i use to patch my clothes and the yarn i use to put peoples names on gloves,socks and mittens i gift to people. Your jeans dont fluff apart into a pile of fibers when you sneeze.
I just started trying to drop spindle this week, and I have had so many disasters! I realize after watching you that I haven't spent enough time on the drafting. Also, I keep ending up with really tight spin near the hook, and then it isn't carrying up. Any thoughts? Your voice is so soothing, and I want to live in your studio! Fun. Keep up the great work!
I am so sorry for the delay in answering! I'd definitely say keep working on the drafting, and using your fingers to allow the twist to start up into the fiber. It takes some practice before it comes easier. Thank you so much for your kind words, and good luck!
WOW - what a lovely tutorial Serena, & a confession that I’ve watched all your videos + am looking forward to your other one’s in spinning the wool. It’s had me interested over the years, your delivery in your video’s is very calming also. Wishing you all the best in your family business 👍😁👏
Hi, so I received my kit yesterday, thank you! I didn't pre-draft enough at first (too excited lol) but now I'm getting the hang of it! So thrilled!💜 I hope the best for you in your ventures.
I have been spinning on wheels for a few years, just purchased my first drop spindle last week. I didn't think it would be so fun! Thank you so much for your video!!! Looking forward to watching others! Oh, and you have a lovely shop!!!
Thank you so much for this informative tutorial. I am a knitter who has begun to research spinning my own yarn. I've been watching lots of tutorials and videos and yours is the best I've found. You explain things simply and with a beautiful calm timbre :) Looking forward to beginning my first spin sesh. Also, I'd love to see a tutorial on what to do next, taking off the singles from the drop spindle and plying together with multiple strands on a hand spindle. Do you have any tutorial on this technique? I didn't see them on your youtube.
Thank you so much for your kind words!! I’m working on a follow up video that shows how to do those things (life got super busy and delayed me 😅). Hopefully I’ll have it up soon! Im so glad this one helped you! ☺️
Hi! Thank you for this tutorial It was really easy to follow and to understand. When I watched other videos I didn't think I could do this. But now I can! I ordered one of your kits. Can't wait to get started. Thank you!
You’re welcome! Try “parking” your spindle between your knees (easier while sitting) right after you spin it, so the spindle can’t reverse the other way while you draft out. You will get into a the flow of it with more practice and will be able to anticipate when the spindle will stop spinning or change direction. ☺️
I was given a drop spindle for my birthday. I was intimidated until I watched this. Thank you
Your video covered all the problems I am having as a beginning spinner with a drop spindle. Thank you!
So glad to hear it! You’re welcome!!
So soothing to watch and learn. Very clear instruction. good tips. Thank you
This tutorial the whole process of getting my new hobby started easier! I was getting discouraged but this video is easily digestible 😄
I’m glad to hear it! Good luck with your spinning! ☺️
Informative and interesting video. Thank you. It gives me a great appreciation for the work involved in making the thread used to make Jeans, shirts, and most every fibrous thing woven from thread or yarn. Imagine the short strands that easily pull apart become a strong and tough thread i use to patch my clothes and the yarn i use to put peoples names on gloves,socks and mittens i gift to people. Your jeans dont fluff apart into a pile of fibers when you sneeze.
Hi,from Texas, I love you're grey Sweather 😍
Could you do a continuation? What to do with your yarn after you finished spinning it? That’s what I’m not sure on.
Hi!! I’m so sorry for the wait- but a follow up video is currently in the works and I hope to have it posted up soon! ☺️
I just started trying to drop spindle this week, and I have had so many disasters! I realize after watching you that I haven't spent enough time on the drafting. Also, I keep ending up with really tight spin near the hook, and then it isn't carrying up. Any thoughts? Your voice is so soothing, and I want to live in your studio! Fun. Keep up the great work!
I am so sorry for the delay in answering! I'd definitely say keep working on the drafting, and using your fingers to allow the twist to start up into the fiber. It takes some practice before it comes easier. Thank you so much for your kind words, and good luck!
I just started learning how to spin on a drop spindle and I love your tutorial!
What an excellent tutorial! I’m a fiber arts teacher and will direct folks your way!💙🌀💙🌀💙🌀🙌
Thank you so much! I'm so glad you found it helpful!
Thank you for your tutorial! I've been interested in learning to spin on a drop spindle for YEARS, and I'm so glad to have stumbled upon your video!
WOW - what a lovely tutorial Serena, & a confession that I’ve watched all your videos + am looking forward to your other one’s in spinning the wool. It’s had me interested over the years, your delivery in your video’s is very calming also.
Wishing you all the best in your family business 👍😁👏
I found your video extremely relaxing. Very charming.
This is so calming watching you teach. Also love your sweater. Did you make it?
Thank you!! No, this is a store bought sweater, I think from Rue 21. ☺️
Thank you so much for the tutorial! I just visited your online shop and I LOVE IT! I'm sure I'll be a regular. xo
Hi, so I received my kit yesterday, thank you! I didn't pre-draft enough at first (too excited lol) but now I'm getting the hang of it! So thrilled!💜 I hope the best for you in your ventures.
Thank you so much! I hope you enjoy your kit- and feel free to reach out with any questions!
I have been spinning on wheels for a few years, just purchased my first drop spindle last week. I didn't think it would be so fun! Thank you so much for your video!!! Looking forward to watching others! Oh, and you have a lovely shop!!!
Thank you so much, LuAnn!! I know you will love spinning!
I love your videos
Thank you so much for this informative tutorial. I am a knitter who has begun to research spinning my own yarn. I've been watching lots of tutorials and videos and yours is the best I've found. You explain things simply and with a beautiful calm timbre :) Looking forward to beginning my first spin sesh. Also, I'd love to see a tutorial on what to do next, taking off the singles from the drop spindle and plying together with multiple strands on a hand spindle. Do you have any tutorial on this technique? I didn't see them on your youtube.
Thank you so much for your kind words!! I’m working on a follow up video that shows how to do those things (life got super busy and delayed me 😅). Hopefully I’ll have it up soon! Im so glad this one helped you! ☺️
Thank you, fantastic advice.
Love your sweater!
I loved the video. Do you have a pattern for the lovely sweater you are wearing?
Hi! Thank you for this tutorial It was really easy to follow and to understand. When I watched other videos I didn't think I could do this. But now I can! I ordered one of your kits. Can't wait to get started. Thank you!
Thank you so much for your kind words- and for your order! I know you'll have fun with your kit! Feel free to reach out anytime with questions. :)
@@Fiberculture You're welcome! I'm so excited!
This was very helpful.
TY!
Just got drop spindle. Thanks for video showing me how to do it. : )
Can you knit state from the spinner please
I knit and have a yorkie who loses a lot of fur wen we brush her or send her to the groomer wonder if I can spin and use it
Riveting.😮😮😮
I tried. Its hard for me to stop spindle from turning opposite direction after i do a section. Thankx for great video will watch again.
You’re welcome! Try “parking” your spindle between your knees (easier while sitting) right after you spin it, so the spindle can’t reverse the other way while you draft out. You will get into a the flow of it with more practice and will be able to anticipate when the spindle will stop spinning or change direction. ☺️
Tesekurler 👏👏👏🌻🌻🌻💐💐💐🌷🌷🌷🌹🌹🌹
Hello, I can't find the tutorial about plying yarn on a drop spindle...