Lovely! The Little Gem is a sweet little wheel 💕. Wonderful technique. I’ll have to try that with Icelandic locks. Your location reminds me of the upper peninsula of Michigan where my family vacations every year. Another beautiful video, Josefin.
I think I could sit and watch you spin all day!! I have a new wheel but haven't attempted it yet. Soon, I hope. There is a sheep farm less than half a mile from my home so I have no excuse!! I love to watch your videos but it would be extra nice to hear your voice occasionally!! Happy Spinning!!
Very timely. You just saved my arthritic old hands a LOT of combing! Many, many thanks. My one Shetland wether has a bit of churro throwback - so teensy bit of outer coat - but otherwise the.most.incredible.wool. of any of my large wool flock. I can't look at him (Bobbin by name. Three greys, in large bands on one sheep so he looks like a full spun bobbin.) without my fingers making a squishing motion.
In your sheep to sweater video, you are spinning on a beautiful big wheel. Who is the maker. I've been fascinated by these beautifully crafed wheels. I love to spin and I own a big Canadian Production wheel. But your wheel I have never seen your big wheel before. Have a nice spin, love the water.
What are you using as a base to flick? I have tried leather and it seemed to tear. Now I am using large shiny advertising cards I get in mail-they seem to hold up longer. Thank you for sharing your spinning techniques!
How much tension do you have on your wheel? It seems like you have quite a bit of tension. From the sound of your wheel the first thing I wanted to do was release a bunch of tension. I only have enough tension to allow to draw in when I relax and let the yarn wind on. Seems like you are treading rather fast. I enjoyed the spinning when I tried doing a similar method and I always spin cut end first. Just like I spin root end first for my flax.
It’s not that much tension. However, it takes lots of focus and manipulation to make sure I get just enough of the fibers into the draft. When I spin from the cut end of an opened staple the yarn tends to be a lot denser. So what may look like a lot of tension is probably my determination in drafting.
Have you ever spun pet hair? I've seen some incredible items that fur parents pay outrageous prices for. From small flowers to a sweater that cost $800 If yes, would love to see videos about that! You're incredibly talented and I think with people having pets instead of kids it would be fantastic to add to your awesomeness!
The sound of the water and watching her spin is so relaxing
It’s lovely to be able to shoot in an environment where it is so quiet that all you hear are the sounds of nature. I’m glad you enjoyed it!
Lovely! The Little Gem is a sweet little wheel 💕. Wonderful technique. I’ll have to try that with Icelandic locks.
Your location reminds me of the upper peninsula of Michigan where my family vacations every year. Another beautiful video, Josefin.
YES! I think Icelandic wool would be perfect for this technique - lots of undercoat and long outercoat.
I was thinking the same - I have some Icelandic locks waiting for this exact sort of thing!
I think I could sit and watch you spin all day!! I have a new wheel but haven't attempted it yet. Soon, I hope. There is a sheep farm less than half a mile from my home so I have no excuse!! I love to watch your videos but it would be extra nice to hear your voice occasionally!! Happy Spinning!!
Sandy M Sheep and new wheel sounds wonderful! Here is a video where you can hear my voice 😊 ua-cam.com/video/YvvzbJ0M78k/v-deo.html
Wonderful! Plus, Love your spinning wheel!
Far North Weaver Thank you! 🌸
Very timely. You just saved my arthritic old hands a LOT of combing! Many, many thanks. My one Shetland wether has a bit of churro throwback - so teensy bit of outer coat - but otherwise the.most.incredible.wool. of any of my large wool flock. I can't look at him (Bobbin by name. Three greys, in large bands on one sheep so he looks like a full spun bobbin.) without my fingers making a squishing motion.
Li R Glad I could help! 😊
This is so relaxing to watch! Nice technique!
JillianEve Thank you! 🌸
So enjoyable!
I’m glad you liked it! 😊
In your sheep to sweater video, you are spinning on a beautiful big wheel. Who is the maker. I've been fascinated by these beautifully crafed wheels. I love to spin and I own a big Canadian Production wheel. But your wheel I have never seen your big wheel before. Have a nice spin, love the water.
Thank you! The big wheel in the sheep to sweater video is a Kromski Symphony. 😊
I love your sweater :D
Thank you! It’s my handspun yarn, pattern by Valérie Miller.
Thanks Thanks for this video, I'm italian and don't speak English, the name of That's struments is arcolaio, e where can i buy this tool?
The spinning wheel is from Majacraft and you can find a local dealer here, www.majacraft.co.nz/pages/dealers_country.php
What are you using as a base to flick? I have tried leather and it seemed to tear. Now I am using large shiny advertising cards I get in mail-they seem to hold up longer. Thank you for sharing your spinning techniques!
I use the suede side of quite a thick leather patch. I have used it for many years (and courses as well) with no sign of wear.
Sweet little wheel and fab location 😊
How much tension do you have on your wheel? It seems like you have quite a bit of tension. From the sound of your wheel the first thing I wanted to do was release a bunch of tension. I only have enough tension to allow to draw in when I relax and let the yarn wind on. Seems like you are treading rather fast. I enjoyed the spinning when I tried doing a similar method and I always spin cut end first. Just like I spin root end first for my flax.
It’s not that much tension. However, it takes lots of focus and manipulation to make sure I get just enough of the fibers into the draft. When I spin from the cut end of an opened staple the yarn tends to be a lot denser. So what may look like a lot of tension is probably my determination in drafting.
Have you ever spun pet hair? I've seen some incredible items that fur parents pay outrageous prices for. From small flowers to a sweater that cost $800 If yes, would love to see videos about that! You're incredibly talented and I think with people having pets instead of kids it would be fantastic to add to your awesomeness!
No, I haven't spun pet hair yet. But it's a nice idea!
Suzanne Squire I spin dog hair for our local kennel club. It is so beautiful!