Learn how to get started spinning on a spinning wheel. I am using an Ashford Traveler, many of the tips and techniques I'm showing here will translate to other types of wheels.

Paradise Fiber is where I order most of my fibers from unless I'm buying from local fiber farms: https://www.paradisefibers.com/

Tools and materials:
Superwash merino wool- https://www.paradisefibers.com/produc...
Spinning wheel - https://www.paradisefibers.com/collec...
Orifice hook - https://www.paradisefibers.com/produc...

Join my Basket-a-Month Club and learn how to weave a series of twelve baskets over twelve months. Each basket builds on previous skills learned. For more information: https://www.textileindie.com/textile-...

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Chapters:
00:00 Explaining spinning wheel
00:35 Treadling
02:05 Practicing drafting
05:47 Setting up leader yarn
07:07 Tension knobs
09:03 Wheel rotation
10:10 Spinning fiber
13:05 Analyzing spun yarn
14:08 Spin and draft
17:14 Problem solving
18:45 Beginner yarn/art yarn
21:30 Check out resources

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Recommended Playlists:

Natural Dyeing:
   • How to Ice Dye  

Basket Weaving:
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Wet Felting:
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Surface Design:
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