Spin & Ply on the Electric Eel Wheel Nano / SIMPLE Solution for TENSION Tips & Tricks
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 4 ก.ค. 2024
- Hello Everyone! In this video I share my experience with this little wheel, the Electric Eel Wheel Nano, probably the most affordable wheel on the market and also the BEST for fine, thin yarns. We're talkin' lace, gossamer, FROG HAIR and thinner! I show my simple solution for the tension band, no beads or anything just what you get with your wheel. I hope you enjoy!
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Thank you so much for this tutorial! I was having a hard time with my yarn not winding on and I got super frustrated until I found your video and looked my wheel over again and noticed my band wasn't in the correct groove. Now it it working correctly and I'm so happy to have stumbled across your video on my recommended list.
Thank you so much! So glad to have helped!!
I’ve got the EEW Nano2 and absolutely LOVE it!
My go-to yarns are lace weight once plied: 30-40 WPI once plied (2-ply). This little wheel does those ultra-fine yarns like a champ. I did test thicker gauges and for fun I re-plied a 2-ply into a cabled yarn just to see if I could do so on this little wheel. Well, it didn’t even blink. It just… went for it. I took some commercial yarn that was thicker and plied it, for funsies. It did. No issues.
I’ve yet to try navajo ply on it. I’ve seen videos.of it done on the EEW Nano or the Nano2 and it should work but I didn’t get around to yet. It might take some practice and adjusting the technique to prevent the wheel from slipping as there’s more friction. It’ll be interesting.
Thanks for the video! And… I absolutely love that sample yarn you made! 😍
This video is chock full of good info for someone just grasping the ways of this spinner. I needed to know about setting the tension (in such a subtle way!) Great information! Well done!
Thank you So much for your comment it means so much!
@@RayneFiberArts I like your videos, and I wish you success in this endeavor. I know it takes time to make all of them.
I am ready and eager to try spinning. I purchased the nano 1.0 when it first came out but haven't used it yet. Your video was exactly what I needed - a terrific explanation of all of the parts with close-up video. Thank you so much!!
Thank you so much! Give it a try, I always say just jump in and get started! I am so glad to help!
You have just made me want this more, can't wait to get my hands on this
Really enjoying your videos! Thank you for sharing your tips! I love this little wheel and now I will enjoy it even more.
Thank you so much! It means the world to me so glad you are enjoying!
Thank you for your informative video on the EEW Nano. It really shows what this little wheel is capable of doing.
You are very welcome thank you! I am so glad you found it helpful!
Thank you for your video, it was very useful sharing your knowledge even for me and I'm an avid spinner and I've had a nano for a while now. I love spinning on my nano she's my go to wheel when I go to group meetings. It's true some may loose their patience when adjusting this wheel, I don't find it a problem myself, and I don't know why people think you can't ply on it, that's just silly of course you can, I've even done Navajo plying and it did a great job, you do need to adjust the tension as you go but you even have to do that with a regular treadle wheel. I have other wheels, but now that I'm getting older, I found they were getting too heavy to lug around but my little nano is perfect to take places. And it's perfect for very fine spinning because the bobbins only take 2oz or a tad more if you want to try squeezing more on, so you don't have a big bobbin to try and fill its just the right size. Once again thank you for your video. Cheers from Tasmania!
My Nano 2.0 is arriving this week and I'm so glad I found your video while I wait for it! You make it seem very do-able. I have a long road of learning ahead though, i'm quite sure.
Thank you so much just jump in and keep at it I am sure you will do great and love it! Happy spinning!
I’m buying mine in a couple days! Can’t wait!
Thank you..wonderful clear explanation.
Thanks for this video great info thanks 🙏🏼
I absolutely love how very detailed you are in your description of where all the parts go and what they do. :) Though I think that part that you called the washer is actually a sealed bearing, so you don't have to oil anything. ;) Looking forward to watching the rest of your videos!!
Thank you so much for your comment, yes I knew it wasn't a washer but couldn't remember the technical name for it thank you for clarifying ! Glad you are enjoying my videos!
-Happy Spinning!
Thank you, that was so helpful!
You are so welcome! So glad I could help!
nice. thanks
You are so cool! I wish we were local neighbors who could spin together! You seem so nice. ♥
Awe Thank you so much! I wish I had a spinner friend near me as well!
Hi Rayne, I hope you're OK and your 2 kiddoes are too. Xx
Just thought I'd let you know that I've got the wheel going the right way. Just need lots of practice, especially the drafting . I think its a Great little wheel.
Thankyou so much for all your help. You're a Star. ⭐🎆
I'm still watching this video tutorial/podcast. As I think there's still things in it to help me learn more about how to use it.
Thanks again.
Happy Spinning.
Take care and stay safe.
Lots of love Jen xxxx 💖❤✨🐏
Thank you so much Jen! We are doing OK, I hope all is well for you too! I am so glad to be able to help you and so glad you are enjoying your spinning! Thank you so much for your amazing comments YOU are the star!!
Lots of love, stay safe as well, Rayne
@@RayneFiberArts Hi Rayne, thankyou so much for your reply. I'm glad you're all OK. We're doing ok too thanks for asking.
Thankyou for being here.!!!
From one star to another ✨♥
Happy Spinning
Take care and stay safe.
Lots of love Jen 💘xx 💘😘
Thank you, that was really helpful. I just acquired a Nano 1.0 and now I have much better idea of what to expect from it.\
Thank you so much! I am glad I could help!
Hi Rayne, hope you're OK. I'm seriously looking at getting this Wheel, si your video is really helpful. I'd heard that you can only spin fine yarns on it, but you have definitely prived that you can get more out of this Wheel.
Thankyou so much.
Take care and stay safe.
Jen xx
England
Thank you so much! It is a nice little wheel and I still love spinning on it! Glad to help!
Thank you, thank you! I was really struggling to get the yarn to take up! It’s now working! Was starting to loose hope!
“Nice and squishy and beautiful.” 💕
Absolutely! Thank you for your comment!
I haven't got my spinner yet - waiting for the 6.1 to come out and I've never spun yarn. I do have a ball winder.
My question is were you skipping the lazy kate to ply and did you change from z to s on the spinner?
I can’t get any uptake, I’ve taken a break from spinning but I decided to get my nano out and forget everything, so I watched your video which is very helpful but I’ve tightened the tension a lot and still nothing😢
I’m going thru the same thing and I can’t find a video that helps at all
I have a big Louet wheel, but it's the type that can only do thicker yarns, which frustrates me, because I like knitting with thinner yarns. This little guy looks like the perfect companion!
If you would like to spin thin lace, fingering, and dk it is a wonderful option that is easy on the purse!
@@RayneFiberArts I ordered mine earlier today. :D
@@jenthulhu Congrats! That is awesome! I hope my video can be of good use. It can be a bit tricky in the beginning but I love mine!
@@RayneFiberArts Came yesterday and I'm in LOVE. I spun until my fingers ached last night! :D
@@jenthulhu That is awesome! Glad you are enjoying it! It is a wonderful little wheel. Be sure to take breaks carpel tunnel is no fun, but I know it is hard! Especially with a new wheel! I did the same when mine came it can be very addictive lol! Take care and hope you have a wonderful day!
For a newbie what is a Z twist and an S twist ?
Did you switch it to Z to ply?
Super video.
One question:
Why wind it onto a wool winder and center feed it?
Why not feed the plys straight from your lazy Kate?
Was this because you didn't have enough bobbins or because you wanted to make the PLY from that one ball?
I want to buy one, and use DK 99% of the time.
So a first time spinner (future) I want to buy something that is ideal for my yarn requirements.
I had heard the nano was fine yarns so thanks for dispelling that myth.
It makes a nice DK yarn yes; I was unable to chain ply on it though. The only reason I used a center pull ball was because I only had a sample and just spun it all on one bobbin, I have the upgrade from the 1.0 and have 6 bobbins. I suppose I could have spun half on one bobbin and half on another and plied on a 3rd but just got mesmerized in the process of spinning and spun it all in one sitting 🤣
You are very welcome thank you so much for your comment and question I am glad you enjoy my videos! 💕
@@RayneFiberArts
Yesterday I wanted to buy the nano 1.1 and it is out of stock until at least April 2022.
Maurice at dreaming robots is working on the nano 2.0
So maybe when I get a nano, it will be the 2.0
(It's compact size for travel is ideal. Even if just to travel to the park for the afternoon. )
There are still a few EEW6 in stock (here in the UK shop) so hopefully I can get the cash together to buy one ( the next shipment on those is also April)
I am so appreciative of the videos and explanations that the TH-cam community have made on spinning and spinning machines.
😊
@@woollycrafts You are very welcome! May have another this coming Wed. 🥰 I know they are both quite in demand so I could definitely see why he cannot keep them in stock! I am excited to see the Nano 2.0 for sure!
Hi Rayne, I hope you're OK xx 😘
I've just got the Nano 1.1 . I'm not sure what is best for the leader thread.( I've mentioned this on anither of your videos but should have done it on this video).
Also having trouble threading the yarn guards. Would it help to open the wires slightly.???
Think I'm just being a bit thick, 😆 but your help would be much appreciated.
Thankyou so much for this video.
Happy Spinning.
Take care and stay safe.
Love Jen xx 💖😘❤
I don't know if the yarn guides are the same as what I have in this video. I believe he upgraded the guides with the 1.1, I bought the 1.0 and upgraded to the 1.1 motor, I would go for fingering weight leader yarn. Thank you for your wonderful comments as always Jen, happy spinning!
@@RayneFiberArts Hi Rayne Thankyou so much for your reply. The guard loops on yours look more open.
Fingering yarn is working a treat, thanks for that.
I have another question ( hope you don't mind).
I can get the yarn to feed on in the s twist (plying) but not for singles , would i be better putting leader on the left hand side of the flyer??? Thanks for being so patient with me .
Happy Spinning
Take care and stay safe.
Lots of love Jen xxxx 💖❤
@@jenniferbrighty5120 Yes, I always switch sides of the leader hooks for S and the other side for Z. Defiantly try that. Glad to help!
@@RayneFiberArts Hi Rayne , I hope you're OK xx Thankyou so much for your reply. Will definitely try the leader on the opposite side.
Thanks again your help is much appreciated.
Happy Spinning.
Take care and stay safe
Love Jen xx 💖😘❤
can i know where i can get this machine and what is the name of this machine
How much does it cost
You are very good at what you do, but I as a beginner do not understand all the termonolgy you are talking about.
Thank you for your comments! I have read them, and I am going to add this to my list of beginner videos to film! Thank you for the suggestion and I will explain everything in the future. Thank you for watching my channel and I hope you enjoy!
"Ramboolient"? Come on. You can go to Google translate and see how it's pronounced.
I am here for "ramboolient" :D
the best so far
Thank you so much!