How to Use a Spinning wheel
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- 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.
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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
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Not only are you a good teacher, your pace and calmness are so relaxing. I love your hour long spinning video…
Thanks Nancy!
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.
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!
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 😃❤️👍
Thanks! So glad you feel equipped to get started. Would love to hear how it goes!
I'm happy I found this video first, know this now 😊
Nice video! I am restoring the same Ashford for a customer and this was wonderful. Thank you!
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
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 TH-cam. 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
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
You're welcome!
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!
I was playing RuneScape.
Also my school's symbol is a spinning wheel and there's an old one there
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!
Thanks for sharing, that is helpful. I went and tried the two feet method and it was very comfortable.
great refresher
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.
So glad to hear you’re enjoying learning this craft! Keep up the good work.
My husband just got me a Ashford spinning wheel for 25.00 so I really appreciate your advice! One of the best videos! 👌
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 😊
You are so welcome!
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. 🙂
You are so welcome!
Awesome tutorial, thank you so much.
You're welcome!
What a wonderful way to start out , Thank you so much for your video
You are so welcome!
This was a great tutorial for me. Thank you so much!
So glad!
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.
Thank you. I'm glad it was helpful.
Great teacher and love the predicted wool idea for beginners! Only 2 things to co- ordinate to start with instead of 3!
Predicted wool
Yes! Thank you!
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.
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!
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
Thank you that is very kind!
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.
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.)
Thanks for sharing
I enjoyed listining to the useful information
You're welcome 🙂
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.
Wonderful! Happy spinning!
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!
Thanks for the kind words. Good luck in your creative endeavors.
Excellent explanation ❤
Glad it helped!
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.
I'm so glad! Happy spinning!
I wish this video was available when I was trying to learn.
Thank you for saying that. I do too!🤣
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.
Congratulations on your new wheel. I'm glad the tutorial was helpful. What kind of fiber did you choose to spin first?
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
Thanks for watching! I hope you enjoy your wheel and bring it back to life. Have fun!
Very informative. I really enjoyed and learned a few things that I did not know. Thank you, I subscribed
Glad it was helpful🙂
That’s quite a yarn you’ve spun there
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.
Glad it helped!
Calm, sensible tutorial. I loved the idea of "art yarn". Thanks for uploading this! :)
Thank you!
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!
I'm so happy to hear that! Stay tuned because I have more spinning content coming this spring.
What a wonderful video. Thank you so very much.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Great video and excellent explanation of important mechanics!
Thank you!
That first 'monster' skein looks almost the same as my first 'art yarn' skein. I got such a kick out of seeing that.
😊
So much needed video thank you so much❤🎉
You're welcome, happy spinning!
Fantastic video. Thank you!
Thank you too!
Thank you so much! Great video!
Yay! So glad you like it!
But I think you had me with “sugar snap”❤️❤️❤️
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Wonderful lesson thanks!!
My pleasure! Are you a spinner? Which wheel do you prefer?
Informative.thank you.
So glad!
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.
Glad it was helpful!
This was so helpful, thank you!
You're so welcome!
Excellent tutorial Brittany; precisely for what I was searching. Thank you.
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you for sharing this with us. Your ease and knowledge are appreciated. Sharing your first yarn is encouraging. ❤️🧶
You are so welcome!
Loved this ❤️ such a great help thanks 😊
Yay!
Fascinating. I am not able to accommodate a spinning wheel where I am right now, but maybe soon. I hope . Thank you!
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!
@@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.
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 🧶
So glad it was helpful! I'm so excited for you and your new spinning fun. Enjoy!
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.
Welcome to the spinning club! Have you pulled the wheel out and given it a try?
Great video. I admire your skill.
Thank you very much!
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.
Yay! Terri, so cool to hear you're getting the hang of it!
My grandaunt Peggy, who was also my next-door neighbor, had a spinning wheel. It was pretty old because it was made when her grandmother was a little girl. Peggy told me stories about it and showed me how to use it. Since I was a very little girl, I didn't quite pick up on it, but I was interested in the stories. Peggy died in May of 2003, at 78 years old. I was only 6 years old at the time. Now, I am 27 years old. If Peggy were still alive right now, she'd be 99 years old. I always tell my youngest brothers Jed, Isaiah, and Jeremiah, ages 20, 18, and 15, about Peggy. I even show them pictures of her. Peggy was Daddy's aunt. She was never married. She never had any children or grandchildren. She often babysat me and my little brothers. Jed, Isaiah, and Jeremiah, never got to meet her. I always used to visit Peggy from birth to age 6. Daddy even took the family to visit Peggy in the hospital. We also went to her funeral. Before Peggy died, she gave me and the family I live with her special spinning wheel. Now, it's collecting dust in the attic. It's so extremely old now.
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.
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!
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!!!!
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 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!
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.
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 ❤❤❤❤
Glad it was helpful! Let me know when you start your spinning adventure. What type of wheel did you buy?
Brittany! You are such a good teacher! Do you have any more spinning videos?
Thank you so much!
Here is my Spinning playlist. It has all the spinning videos I've done. Happy making!
th-cam.com/play/PLvVFPjLTi89gfGFTaw8kiKEMRIodiG4jM.html
Thanks for such an amazing tutorial! 👌🏼
My life-long dream of being Rumpelstiltskin is slowly coming into fruition 😎
😂😂😂😂 You're welcome!
Grate. Very helpful
Glad it was helpful!
You are great🎉thank you so much❤
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 !
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.
@@TextileIndie yes I have a vintage spinning wheel that is still working so I will give it a real try. Thanks !
@@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.
You're welcome!
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 ❤
You're welcome. What wheel do you spin on?
Lendrum… lovely wheel…smooth and silent!
@@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?
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Thanks!
This a great tutorial! I learned so much from these few minutes. Do you do private on-line lessons?
I'm so glad! I don't do live lessons.
Nice
Thanks
Thank you..I love this! Which is the best spinning wheel for a beginner to find & start out on? I notice you mentioned 2 pedals, for instance. I don't know the names of each type. But, I'm drawn the the triangular ones, and thought 2 pedals might be easier? I e been drawn to spinning wheels as long as i can remember, but only going to actually get one now. I like all your interests, and have subscribed. 🥰
More spinning techniques videos please?
Yes, I have a series coming up this spring. I'm going to dive into the world of spinning. Lots of fiber coming...
Excellent tutorial..can I make the chunkier craft (art) yarn using a spinning wheel?
Yes, absolutely
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!
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
😁 That's great! Sounds like an adventure ahead of you, or a unique piece of house decor😊.
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.
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!
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!!
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!
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.
@@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!
I just wondered, there's no sharp needle at all. Where did Sleeping Beauty prick her finger? 🤔
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😁.
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
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. th-cam.com/video/MUYdcIBR8u4/w-d-xo.html
At what stage do you start moving the fibre up the hooks to fill up the bobbin?
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've been had twisting Japanese iris into twine wondering if it would work on a wheel
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?
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.
It keeps going in reverse on wind on iam a total beginer i think i threaded it on right
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! 😉
so this looks really like the Ashford Traditional. What is the difference?
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!
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?
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.
@@TextileIndie thank you so much
What is the drive band made of?
The drive band is an acrylic rubber material. Or cotton twine works too.
@@TextileIndie thank you so much!
What is the price
I'm not sure what price you are referring to.
I dont have hooks 😓 i only have two which leads to what i put it in and i cant find anyone who shows it
What type of wheel do you have?
@@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
I want o buy this machine so how can I buy this machine
I would check out Paradise Fibers. They have lots of wheels to choose from
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??
Do you know what brand your wheel is?
Wie viel kostet
This Ashford wheel runs about $700
You can find a nice selection at The Woolery:
woolery.com?aff=366
this will be very helpful if the human technology collapsed.
Haha! Thats what all my friends tell me:)