How Raw Fleece Becomes Wool Yarn

Step 4: Spinning Wool

You can spin wools with a couple of different devices.

Here is the simplest version of spinning wool: using a spindle.


That was interesting to know. Now, let’s look at the ‘real deal’, the big deal, or the sleeping beauty way of spinning…..

 

Spinning with a Spinning Wheel

Look at this? Isn’t this beautiful? It’s a Ashford Kiwi Spinning Wheel.

As you can see in the video below, a spinning wheel looks absolutely fun to use!


You might also want to consider this book, beyond the short video instructions here. This seems to be the best book around on he topic at present. Teach Yourself Visually Handspinning (Teach Yourself Visually Consumer)

Steps in Making Wool Yarn

Article Overview
Step 1: Washing Wool
Step 2: Picking Wool
Step 3: Carding Wool
Step 4: Spinning Wool
NEXT: Step 5: Knitting Wool

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