Not only are you a good teacher, your pace and calmness are so relaxing. I love your hour long spinning video…

@TextileIndie

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Nancy!

@ColorsofHopeCraftsASMR

Жыл бұрын

I have some of those on my channel. I agree that she is very fun and relaxing to watch. It’s great to see how other people do it.

@carolecole4295

Жыл бұрын

I’m a newbie at this… I was gifted a wheel and am ready to get started… Thankyou and I watch all of your videos …

Precious girl! My husband's late mother's spinning wheel is now mine. You are a wonderful teacher!! OMygoodness! Thank yu for this gift sweetheart...you aere a blessing!

Great video! I adore the Ashford traditional. My first wheel and by far my favourite! A tip - sometimes if my hips hurt, I put both feet on the single treadle and this helps me sit square to the wheel and reduce stress on the hips and back. Another tip - some wheels have a treadle where the heel can press down on the upstroke. I find this helps for long spinning sessions! Thanks for making such an awesome tutorial!

@TextileIndie

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing, that is helpful. I went and tried the two feet method and it was very comfortable.

Oh my goodness, yours is the best beginning spinners video I’ve found!!! Thank you soo much!! You are a great teacher. I’m not so afraid to try now 😃❤️👍

@TextileIndie

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! So glad you feel equipped to get started. Would love to hear how it goes!

@theadventureawaits

Жыл бұрын

I'm happy I found this video first, know this now 😊

No idea where it came from but one of the voices in my head said "you know... how DOES a spinning wheel work?" To which I had no answer. You did a great job going through both what needs to be done and WHY it needs to be done. That second part is perhaps far more important than the first. Thank you for that intro to spinning wheels!

@jackthefrog80085

Жыл бұрын

I was playing RuneScape. Also my school's symbol is a spinning wheel and there's an old one there

This is brilliant! I have the exact same wheel that I got 3 weeks ago and which a friend tightened the hinge screws . He was intrigued about how they worked so while I was on a trip, he researched the type of wheel, the different parts and how to spin on KZread. He realized my wheel was minus the Scotch tension, so into his workshop he went and made one for it complete with a beautiful wooden handle (for lack of a better word) for fine tuning the tension on the bobbin. I purchased roving while on the trip and I have been practicing treadling (a lot) and drafting just a bit... Your video is the most informative I have found. Thank you for taking the time to record. Cheers, Fern

@TextileIndie

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the kind words. That is a good friend indeed. I'd love to see a photo of your yarn.

This is my first time hearing how this works. Thanks for this educational video

@TextileIndie

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

I have been trying to learn for close to a year now, and your video is what made it all click for me! Thank you for a great video and great explanation!

@TextileIndie

3 ай бұрын

I'm so happy to hear that! Stay tuned because I have more spinning content coming this spring.

My husband just got me a Ashford spinning wheel for 25.00 so I really appreciate your advice! One of the best videos! 👌

@TextileIndie

Жыл бұрын

Thank you and happy spinning!

This video is the best I've found too. Explains everything you need when you're starting out. Thanks so much 😊

@TextileIndie

Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

This is fascinating to watch. I wish it had been available when I was learning how to spin. Even though I’ve been spinning for about five years, I still learned a lot from this video.

@TextileIndie

Жыл бұрын

Thank you. I'm glad it was helpful.

Just found your turtorial which I think is so straight forward and easy to listen to. Love your easy manner, very relaxed and no fuss. Thanks

@TextileIndie

Жыл бұрын

Thank you that is very kind!

great refresher

Thanks for such an amazing tutorial! 👌🏼 My life-long dream of being Rumpelstiltskin is slowly coming into fruition 😎

@TextileIndie

11 ай бұрын

😂😂😂😂 You're welcome!

You're an excellent teacher. Thank you for the basic demonstration and not leaving little details out. You're inspiring that I will be able to do this one day!

@TextileIndie

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words. Good luck in your creative endeavors.

Nice video! I am restoring the same Ashford for a customer and this was wonderful. Thank you!

@TextileIndie

2 ай бұрын

That sounds like a satisfying project. Are spinning wheels a specialty? And if so what area of the country are you in? I would love to get your info. People are always asking for sources for wheel repair. You can email us privately at brittany@textileindie.com

I have been spinning since December and you taught me today how to spin. Your advice to count to 2, draft and let go worked for me. OMGI think I can spin balanced yarn now. Thank you.

@TextileIndie

Жыл бұрын

That is wonderful to hear! Yay for balanced yarn making😁

I set mine up with a sewing machine motor so that I could get a consistent rotation. I also added tungsten weights to the drive wheel to stabilize the rotation. I use mine for twine making, so it's not exactly what I would use for yarn. I could, but that would be like using a commercial long haul truck, sans trailer, to tow a Prius. (A vehicle that's designed for upwards of 100,000 lbs to move a 1,200lb car.)

What a wonderful video. Thank you so very much.

@TextileIndie

10 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

OMG thank you so much for this video. I have had this exact same spinning wheel that my BFF gave me that belong to her mother. I have had it now for over 2 years and not known a thing about it. Now I want to learn to spin my own yarn. I am going to subscribe and look for more of your videos thank you again.

@TextileIndie

Жыл бұрын

So glad to hear you’re enjoying learning this craft! Keep up the good work.

Thank you for such an excellent video. This is one of the best videos I’ve seen on spinning for a beginner. Loved your tip on drafting whilst counting your treadling to achieve consistency. Keeping your plied yarn was a great idea and one I will definitely do. Thank you very much. 🙂

@TextileIndie

4 ай бұрын

You are so welcome!

This was a great tutorial for me. Thank you so much!

@TextileIndie

Жыл бұрын

So glad!

Very informative. I really enjoyed and learned a few things that I did not know. Thank you, I subscribed

@TextileIndie

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful🙂

Fantastic video. Thank you!

@TextileIndie

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you too!

I wish this video was available when I was trying to learn.

@TextileIndie

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for saying that. I do too!🤣

Thanks for sharing I enjoyed listining to the useful information

@TextileIndie

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome 🙂

Thank you for sharing this with us. Your ease and knowledge are appreciated. Sharing your first yarn is encouraging. ❤️🧶

@TextileIndie

Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

Awesome tutorial, thank you so much.

@TextileIndie

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

Excellent tutorial Brittany; precisely for what I was searching. Thank you.

@TextileIndie

10 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

What a wonderful way to start out , Thank you so much for your video

@TextileIndie

4 ай бұрын

You are so welcome!

Fascinating to watch you make your yarn. You are a real doll btw. Thank you for the introduction to my, gradually being restored, very old, very worn Castle wheel device, picked up in a junk shop in Texas. I am a tech by profession and enjoy resurrecting, making machines do whatever they did... again. :) Now to find an old bobbin.. and some fiber.. Hah

@TextileIndie

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I hope you enjoy your wheel and bring it back to life. Have fun!

Great video and excellent explanation of important mechanics!

@TextileIndie

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Loved this ❤️ such a great help thanks 😊

@TextileIndie

Жыл бұрын

Yay!

Wonderful lesson thanks!!

@TextileIndie

3 ай бұрын

My pleasure! Are you a spinner? Which wheel do you prefer?

How beautiful, I just received a spinning wheel as a gift, for decoration in my business, I wanted to learn how to use it, thanks for a lovely video, a clear and beautiful explanation. I learned! you made it so easy.

@TextileIndie

Жыл бұрын

Congratulations on your new wheel. I'm glad the tutorial was helpful. What kind of fiber did you choose to spin first?

This was so helpful, thank you!

@TextileIndie

2 жыл бұрын

You're so welcome!

Calm, sensible tutorial. I loved the idea of "art yarn". Thanks for uploading this! :)

@TextileIndie

10 ай бұрын

Thank you!

I appreciate this video so much! My very first wheel arrived today, a new-to-me Ashford Traditional. I especially like the details you shared, making the process so much easier to understand. Thank you 🧶

@TextileIndie

2 жыл бұрын

So glad it was helpful! I'm so excited for you and your new spinning fun. Enjoy!

Thank you so much! Great video!

@TextileIndie

2 жыл бұрын

Yay! So glad you like it!

Thank you for that very clear demonstration. I have the same wheel. I have struggled with spinning but I want to do it and your demo has REALLY helped me. Now, thanks to you, I can see I was on the right track after all. You reassured me hugely.

@TextileIndie

Жыл бұрын

I'm so glad! Happy spinning!

So much needed video thank you so much❤🎉

@TextileIndie

Ай бұрын

You're welcome, happy spinning!

Thank you very much for this video! It is the best film I have found explainning the issue of spinning and using Saxon wheel. I had a real problem how to use it and now it has been solved. I am really very happy and grateful. Big professionalism, patiency and calmness in sharing your knowlegde and experiences.

@TextileIndie

11 ай бұрын

Glad it helped!

Thank you so much! What a blessing you are to put so much time and effort into this teaching. It will no doubt be of great use to many including myself. I am waiting for my spinner to come and have a much better idea of what I am needing to do to get a great start to the art of spinning. I appreciate you greatly Beautiful ❤❤❤❤

@TextileIndie

9 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Let me know when you start your spinning adventure. What type of wheel did you buy?

Excellent explanation ❤

@TextileIndie

Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

I am so grateful to find your tutorial. Tensioning a rehabbed Ashford traditional. The tension on the scotch brake relationship to the twist and speed of drafting is a game changer for my enjoyment in spinning. Thank you.

@TextileIndie

3 ай бұрын

Wonderful! Happy spinning!

Great video. I admire your skill.

@TextileIndie

2 ай бұрын

Thank you very much!

Informative.thank you.

@TextileIndie

2 жыл бұрын

So glad!

Thank you for this EXCELLENT video. I just received my first spinning wheel (Ashford Traveler) and am trying to get the hang of it all. Your video broke down the process into such wonderful pieces!! I had no idea what to do with the Scotch tension knob or that there was even a drive wheel tension, much less how to use it! I am excited to hop back onto the wheel and try out your suggestions!! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!

@TextileIndie

2 жыл бұрын

Oh, I'm so glad this was helpful to you! Hope the spinning goes well and you are able to figure things out!

This is a very helpful video...thank you! I just started spinning a month ago, and I can already see that my "funky chunky" yarn is becoming more and more refined and even. But I love the two half skeins I first produced.

@TextileIndie

Жыл бұрын

Yay! Terri, so cool to hear you're getting the hang of it!

My mum taught me how to prepare and spin wool but I haven't done it for years. Recently I inherited both spinning wheels and equipment, and wool fleeces, including the dyes. I'd forgotten how to do it but this lesson bought it all back, so thank you so much. I can see this to be a very useful skill in the near future. Amongst the many other craft skills my mum taught me, knitting, chrocreing, sewing and patchwork God bless her, she was always my inspiration.

@TextileIndie

8 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing! What a wonderful legacy. And if you enjoy knitting and crocheting, there's nothing more satisfying than spinning your own wool. I'd love to hear about your first go. Happy spinning!

Barbara from Minnesota 11/10/2021 WM USMC Thanks, excellent explanation. Very nice video. I'm learning on a Kromski , double treadle. I'm relearning basic training all over again, with great posture required like therapy plus, learning a new art form.

@TextileIndie

2 жыл бұрын

Kromskis are great wheels. Glad you were able to find my video useful! Good posture makes all the difference in longevity of doing art. Happy spinning Barbara!

Great teacher and love the predicted wool idea for beginners! Only 2 things to co- ordinate to start with instead of 3!

@user-ql5gf1sj4q

11 ай бұрын

Predicted wool

@TextileIndie

10 ай бұрын

Yes! Thank you!

Thank you so much for this video. You are such a great teacher. A friend gifted me an Ashford spinning wheel and I've never spun on a wheel before but your video gives me hope that I can do this.

@TextileIndie

9 ай бұрын

Welcome to the spinning club! Have you pulled the wheel out and given it a try?

This is such a great video! Thank you so much! I am wondering why you don’t want the bobbin to spin? Is it important or helpful to keep it stationary? Thanks so much!

@TextileIndie

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words! When spinning on a wheel, it is important to control the speed and tension of the yarn being spun. Allowing the bobbin to spin freely can disrupt this control and lead to uneven or inconsistent yarn. By controlling the speed and tension of the yarn, the spinner can create a consistent and even yarn with the desired thickness and texture. If the bobbin spins freely, the yarn can become too loose or too tight, leading to inconsistencies in the final product. Additionally, allowing the bobbin to spin freely can cause the yarn to become tangled or twisted, which can be difficult to untangle and can result in a less than ideal final product.

Brilliant. I am studying the history of the wool trade in England and had so many questions about how you go from sheep to fabric, a lot of which you have answered. Thanks.

@TextileIndie

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Absolutely brilliant! Wish I had found you when I was just starting out! Love the way you have broken all the differing elements out. Thank you so so much ❤

@TextileIndie

7 ай бұрын

You're welcome. What wheel do you spin on?

@susiebishop5287

7 ай бұрын

Lendrum… lovely wheel…smooth and silent!

@TextileIndie

7 ай бұрын

@@susiebishop5287 That's great! I don't know anyone with a Lendrum. I'll have to test one the next time I'm in a fiber arts shop. Do you remember where you bought yours?

Fascinating. I am not able to accommodate a spinning wheel where I am right now, but maybe soon. I hope . Thank you!

@TextileIndie

6 ай бұрын

Yes, they do take a lot of space. A drop spindle is a lot more accessible, or an E-Spinner which sits on a table. Hope you get to dry a wheel someday!

@lucinablue

6 ай бұрын

@@TextileIndie I hope so, too. I started crocheting when I was four, crewel embroidery when I was six, and plain sewing by hand and on a machine when I was 12 or 13, but I've never tried to spin or to weave. How hard is it to use a drop spindle, do you know? I've read about it, but it seems impossible to me.

But I think you had me with “sugar snap”❤️❤️❤️

@TextileIndie

2 жыл бұрын

😋

Grate. Very helpful

@TextileIndie

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

You are great🎉thank you so much❤

@TextileIndie

Ай бұрын

Thanks!

Wow! This is a super in-depth video for beginners! I have wanted to start spinning but never could figure out how to REALLY do it. Now I am confident to finally begin. Thanks !

@TextileIndie

8 ай бұрын

You can do it! Do you have a spinning wheel? If not you might be interested in my drop spindle tutorials. Drop spindles are an easy inexpensive way to get started.

@creativecheersoffashionlau7364

8 ай бұрын

@@TextileIndie yes I have a vintage spinning wheel that is still working so I will give it a real try. Thanks !

@TextileIndie

8 ай бұрын

@@creativecheersoffashionlau7364 Is it an Ashford Traditional - or even more vintage? I get very excited when someone puts a wonderful wheel back into service!

Thank you.

@TextileIndie

10 ай бұрын

You're welcome!

Brittany! You are such a good teacher! Do you have any more spinning videos?

@TextileIndie

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Here is my Spinning playlist. It has all the spinning videos I've done. Happy making! kzread.info/head/PLvVFPjLTi89gfGFTaw8kiKEMRIodiG4jM

That first 'monster' skein looks almost the same as my first 'art yarn' skein. I got such a kick out of seeing that.

@TextileIndie

Жыл бұрын

😊

That’s quite a yarn you’ve spun there

Nice

@TextileIndie

8 ай бұрын

Thanks

This a great tutorial! I learned so much from these few minutes. Do you do private on-line lessons?

@TextileIndie

Жыл бұрын

I'm so glad! I don't do live lessons.

I was so happy to come across your video. I am new at spinning, and I found a wheel just like yours at a yard sale. It’s an Ashford traditional. Can you tell me what year yours is. And is there a place I can get an owners manual for an older ashford? I think it’s from the 1970s.

@TextileIndie

10 ай бұрын

I don't know. My mom and dad gave it to me for Christmas when I was about 10. I've never been able to find a manual for it. Enjoy your new wheel - it takes practice, but it's worth it!

Excellent tutorial..can I make the chunkier craft (art) yarn using a spinning wheel?

@TextileIndie

Жыл бұрын

Yes, absolutely

More spinning techniques videos please?

@TextileIndie

3 ай бұрын

Yes, I have a series coming up this spring. I'm going to dive into the world of spinning. Lots of fiber coming...

Which way do you put the bobbin? Does it matter? How do you lubricate the wheel (I have a used new-to-me Louet 10 and it squeaks)! Can you create a video on how to ply? Thank you! Great video! Beginner here!

@TextileIndie

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your comment and questions! The direction in which you put the bobbin into the spinning wheel does not typically matter, but it's a good idea to consult the user manual for your specific wheel to make sure. If your spinning wheel is squeaking, it may be a sign that it needs to be lubricated. You can use a small amount of spinning wheel oil to lubricate the moving parts of the wheel, such as the flyer shaft and bearings. Be sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions and use only the recommended type of oil for your spinning wheel. As for creating a video on how to ply, that's a great suggestion! I'll keep it in mind for future video content. In the meantime, there are many resources available online, such as spinning books and tutorials, that can provide guidance on how to ply yarn. Thank you again for your feedback, and I'm glad to hear that you found the video helpful as a beginner spinner!

I have a spinning wheel that was left with me by an acquaintance many years ago. I have no idea what it is or whether it needs any maintenance (it feels a bit rickety). At least I know what I'm looking at now lol

@TextileIndie

2 жыл бұрын

😁 That's great! Sounds like an adventure ahead of you, or a unique piece of house decor😊.

I cant get in a class till December 9, but am on a waiting list... anyone has input. Could face time me that be Awsome!!

@TextileIndie

Жыл бұрын

I hope you have a great class!

Hi and thank you for this video! I recently acquired a vintage Ashford Traditional. I think it is a similar or identical model to yours. One thing that is happening when I’m spinning is that when I stop treadling, the drive wheel keeps turning a bit or rocks a little bit. The woman from whom I bought it told me that it is weighted and that’s why that happens, but I am finding it to be bothersome. Have you experienced this? And if so, can you offer any advice to minimize that? Thank you!

@TextileIndie

Жыл бұрын

It's taken me awhile to answer this - so it may not be a question anymore. My wheel does not do this - possible something is loose. You can take your wheel to a repair shop. I would search 'spinning wheel repair near me' or 'fiber sellers near me' - something like that and see if you have any shops in your area. For instance, Paradise Fibers in Spokane, WA does wheel repair.

@leslieambailey

Жыл бұрын

@@TextileIndie thanks for your response. I actually have an additional question for which I can find no answer really anywhere. When you change ratios (whorls), do you always need to adjust the mother of all to align the drive band? Or if you get it set up where the center whorl is lined up, it usually works for all of them? Does that make sense? Thanks!

At what stage do you start moving the fibre up the hooks to fill up the bobbin?

@TextileIndie

2 жыл бұрын

I typically do this when I see that the yarn I'm adding to the bobbin is beginning to slump over. So when I have about 3/4" to 1" thick of the yarn on the bobbin I'll move to the next hook. This can take time to master, I'm still working on creating smooth evenly built bobbins.

I just bought my first kromski symphony spinning wheel. I. Not understanding the break band spring. Its not doing anything. Does it go around the bobin or flyer. The little screws are tightly closed. Should they be pryed a little to put on spindle of flyer.. i could realy use help please

@TextileIndie

Жыл бұрын

Hi Linda! I'm not totally familiar with the Kromski wheels so wouldn't want to lead you astray. I found this video that may help you set up your wheel. kzread.info/dash/bejne/f4mNxsWCcrWepZc.html

I'm Here Textile Hindie ..I hope All Community in Good Healthy..

@TextileIndie

8 ай бұрын

Thanks!

I've been had twisting Japanese iris into twine wondering if it would work on a wheel

@TextileIndie

10 ай бұрын

Wow! I'm not sure. I would love to hear how your experiement goes though.

I have a traditional double drive wheel, and everything is working except the bobbin is not taking up. I adjust the tension, but it still does not take, just twists - what else can I do?

@TextileIndie

8 ай бұрын

It could be that the thickness of the yarn is too think and it can't feed through the orifice. Or...it's not on the correct notches so it's not leading into the bobbin. Let me know if either of those work.

I just wondered, there's no sharp needle at all. Where did Sleeping Beauty prick her finger? 🤔

@TextileIndie

Жыл бұрын

Great question! She was using what's called a great wheel. It had a sharp piece that flax was stuck over to hold it in place while being spun. Not a feature on most wheels. So modern spinners can rest easy, there won't be any enchanted sleep lasting a hundred years occurring while spinning on an Ashford😁.

so this looks really like the Ashford Traditional. What is the difference?

@TextileIndie

Жыл бұрын

Yes, you are right I think i misspoke and called it an Ashford Traveler. This is an Ashford Traditional. Spinning and talking to the camera is kind of like patting your head and rubbing your tummy!

What is the drive band made of?

@TextileIndie

2 жыл бұрын

The drive band is an acrylic rubber material. Or cotton twine works too.

@amy-bethtaylor2656

2 жыл бұрын

@@TextileIndie thank you so much!

I have an Ashford traditional but when I try plying I can’t maintain a reverse movement on the wheel. Why is that you think?

@TextileIndie

Жыл бұрын

If you're having difficulty maintaining a reverse movement on your Ashford Traditional spinning wheel when plying, there are a few possible reasons why this may be happening: Tension: Make sure that the tension on your wheel is set properly for plying. If the tension is too loose, it may be difficult to maintain a reverse movement. Drive band: Check the drive band on your spinning wheel to ensure that it is properly seated on the wheel and flyer. A loose or improperly seated drive band can affect the reverse movement. Hook position: The position of the hooks on the flyer can also affect the reverse movement. Make sure that the hooks are properly positioned and that the bobbin is seated correctly. Technique: It's possible that your technique may need some adjustment when plying. Experiment with different hand positions and movements to find what works best for you. Maintenance: It's also possible that your spinning wheel may need some maintenance or lubrication. Check the manufacturer's instructions for your specific wheel to ensure that it is properly maintained. Hope one of those ideas helps. If you have a local spinning guild or a fiber store that sells wheels and fiber, you could take your wheel and have someone watch you spin to diagnose the problem.

@sonfederman8212

Жыл бұрын

@@TextileIndie thank you so much

It keeps going in reverse on wind on iam a total beginer i think i threaded it on right

@TextileIndie

Жыл бұрын

Hmm, I'm not sure. The direction of the wheel is determined by the direction you start it (give it a push). Since it took me so long to respond (sorry) I trust you're spinning beautiful fiber by now! 😉

What is the price

@TextileIndie

Жыл бұрын

I'm not sure what price you are referring to.

I want o buy this machine so how can I buy this machine

@TextileIndie

4 ай бұрын

I would check out Paradise Fibers. They have lots of wheels to choose from

I dont have hooks 😓 i only have two which leads to what i put it in and i cant find anyone who shows it

@TextileIndie

8 ай бұрын

What type of wheel do you have?

@Cut-scene19crash

8 ай бұрын

@@TextileIndie oh dont worry. I got it. Its a majacraft but i couldnt find any info on it. Its one where you need to buy/ have hoops or hooks for the wool

Wie viel kostet

@TextileIndie

Ай бұрын

This Ashford wheel runs about $700 You can find a nice selection at The Woolery: woolery.com?aff=366

I have a spinning wheel given to me last year But there is a piece missing Where or how could I find how to fix it And where to get the parts??

@TextileIndie

Ай бұрын

Do you know what brand your wheel is?

this will be very helpful if the human technology collapsed.

@TextileIndie

Жыл бұрын

Haha! Thats what all my friends tell me:)