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@fiberarts @handspinning

First bobbin filled. The fiber consists of two layers - one is silk or a silk-merino blend, the other just merino. This is the first layer, spun very finely. I'll spin the second layer onto another bobbin and then ply both together.

#handspinning #spinningwheel #fiberarts

@fiberarts @handspinning

First bobbin filled. The fiber consists of two layers - one is silk or a silk-merino blend, the other just merino. This is the first layer, spun very finely. I'll spin the second layer onto another bobbin and then ply both together.

#handspinning #spinningwheel #fiberarts

Spinnewiel van eikenhout, 1650

Spinnewiel van eikenhout met een vurenhouten spil.

https://id.rijksmuseum.nl/2006411

#TextileWorkingEquipment #SpinningWheel #Museums

This year I didn’t manage to spin every day of the Tour de Fleece, due to other obligations. But I managed to spin everything in the spinbox from @Spinspul, so now I’ve got 420 grams of Shetland/tussah silk yarn. And besides that also 300 grams of Veluws heideschaap. So all in all it’s been pretty good. #TourDeFleece2026 #HandSpinning #SpinningWheel

This year I didn’t manage to spin every day of the Tour de Fleece, due to other obligations. But I managed to spin everything in the spinbox from @Spinspul, so now I’ve got 420 grams of Shetland/tussah silk yarn. And besides that also 300 grams of Veluws heideschaap. So all in all it’s been pretty good. #TourDeFleece2026 #HandSpinning #SpinningWheel

@samlitzinger

Ride a painted pony, let the spinning wheel spin.

https://youtu.be/SFEewD4EVwU

#MuzakLessons #SpinningWheel #BloodSweatAndTears #Gas #GasPrice

@samlitzinger

Ride a painted pony, let the spinning wheel spin.

https://youtu.be/SFEewD4EVwU

#MuzakLessons #SpinningWheel #BloodSweatAndTears #Gas #GasPrice

@handspinning @fiberarts

I haven't used my larger wheel in quite some time. (#Louet Julia - now this is the Scotch tension version of the S10 concept).

The flywheel is quite, when I just treadly.

The whorl turns quitely when I jusst turn that.

But as soon as I put the drive band on it has a very annoying clacking noise - that is getting louder on the smaller whorls.

It will be interesting to figure out the reason. If anyone has an idea, I'm very open to suggestions.

#spinningwheel

@handspinning @fiberarts

I haven't used my larger wheel in quite some time. (#Louet Julia - now this is the Scotch tension version of the S10 concept).

The flywheel is quite, when I just treadly.

The whorl turns quitely when I jusst turn that.

But as soon as I put the drive band on it has a very annoying clacking noise - that is getting louder on the smaller whorls.

It will be interesting to figure out the reason. If anyone has an idea, I'm very open to suggestions.

#spinningwheel

#FlashbackThursday Have you every wondered how all those parts of a spinning wheel are actually called? I've got you covered! 😃
https://www.lavisch.com/site/the-anatomy-of-a-spinning-wheel/

#LaVischDesigns #SpinningWheel #Fiberarts #SpinningYarn #WeMakeYarn #HandSpinning

#FlashbackThursday Have you every wondered how all those parts of a spinning wheel are actually called? I've got you covered! 😃
https://www.lavisch.com/site/the-anatomy-of-a-spinning-wheel/

#LaVischDesigns #SpinningWheel #Fiberarts #SpinningYarn #WeMakeYarn #HandSpinning

My spinning wheel hasn't been turning well. After a few YouTube videos, I realized my treadle was tied way too tightly to the postman. I left an inch gap and now it *absolutely flies.*

#spinningwheel

My spinning wheel hasn't been turning well. After a few YouTube videos, I realized my treadle was tied way too tightly to the postman. I left an inch gap and now it *absolutely flies.*

#spinningwheel

Summer has started - we sat outside at the spinning group today, which is so nice after many months inside.

The inside location is nice, too. It's a tiny local museum so very fitting for an old craft. But outside is just better.

#spinning #spinningwheel @handspinning @fiberarts

Now with alt text

Summer has started - we sat outside at the spinning group today, which is so nice after many months inside.

The inside location is nice, too. It's a tiny local museum so very fitting for an old craft. But outside is just better.

#spinning #spinningwheel @handspinning @fiberarts

Now with alt text

I don't think I've seen this in a long, long time, so maybe it should be brought out again.

A spinning wheel made from glass

https://youtu.be/lzYB1o9YRUc

@fiberarts @handspinning #fiberarts #handspinning #spinningwheel #glassart

I don't think I've seen this in a long, long time, so maybe it should be brought out again.

A spinning wheel made from glass

https://youtu.be/lzYB1o9YRUc

@fiberarts @handspinning #fiberarts #handspinning #spinningwheel #glassart

First time I've spun in over thirty years. Bought some fleece because I thought I should start spinning again or give away my wheel.

I got carried away with all the colours. I planned to only use this orange as highlights so I thought it didn't matter if I wasted some of it on practice. I genuinely didn't think I'd be able to knit it up!

So happy with the result, I've even started planning a blanket around my practice yarns.

Any hints and tips welcome. I'm spinning on an old Ashford traditional. I thought I had over spun the singles but maybe I under spun them?

#yarn #spinning #handmade #wool #spinningwheel #IAmMaking

First time I've spun in over thirty years. Bought some fleece because I thought I should start spinning again or give away my wheel.

I got carried away with all the colours. I planned to only use this orange as highlights so I thought it didn't matter if I wasted some of it on practice. I genuinely didn't think I'd be able to knit it up!

So happy with the result, I've even started planning a blanket around my practice yarns.

Any hints and tips welcome. I'm spinning on an old Ashford traditional. I thought I had over spun the singles but maybe I under spun them?

#yarn #spinning #handmade #wool #spinningwheel #IAmMaking

Thanks to everyone who offered support, kind wishes, and laughs during my spinning debacle. I finally got the wheel to work after stepping back for a day. My first try isn’t perfect, but as my dad would say: “Perfection is the enemy of greatness”. #fiberarts #spinningwheel #yarn #artsandcrafts #crafts

I've spent two days looking at YouTube tutorials trying to get the hang of this (censored) spinning wheel. I. Am. Going. To. Throw. It. Out. The. (Censored). Window. #fiberarts #spinningwheel #yarn #artsandcrafts #crafts
(Edited to add: I know I have to pull the wool through the orifice. I took the pic after I'd yanked it out.)

#Maine - Want to try something new in the new year? Check out a ‘library of things’

#Libraries are expanding their offerings beyond books and audiotapes, broadening the potential pursuits of patrons.

by Sophie Burchell, January 2, 2026

CUMBERLAND — "If your New Year’s resolution is to try a new hobby — cooking more diverse recipes, taking up knitting or digging into gardening — but you are not yet ready to make a commitment for all of 2026, there is a shelf at the library for you.

"Stacked with items including a #MortarAndPestle, a #SpinningWheel and a #broadfork, the #LibraryOfThings at Cumberland’s #PrinceMemorialLibrary has objects for all types of pursuits ready for patrons to borrow like they would a book.

" 'The tortilla press is quite popular. A lot of people, they want to have a taco party or something, they want to try it out,' said Kelly Greenlee, community outreach librarian at Prince Memorial Library, which serves #CumberlandME and #NorthYarmouthME.

"Categories of 'things' include arts and craft supplies, science and technology devices, health and wellness equipment and home and garden tools. When acquiring items for this collection, librarians look for items that are typically only used once or twice a year, or things that someone would want to test out before they purchase it for themselves. The collection is intended to save library patrons time and money, as well as broaden their horizons — much like books.

" 'It’s designed to encourage people to have a #SharingEconomy, essentially,' said Greenlee. 'Libraries have always been about sharing resources, and it’s really just an extension of that.' "

Read more:
https://www.pressherald.com/2025/12/30/want-to-try-something-new-in-the-new-year-check-out-a-library-of-things/

Archived version:
https://archive.md/cWBiQ

#SolarPunkSunday #LibrariesRule #MaineLibraries #LibrariesOfThings #BorrowDontBuy

#Maine - Want to try something new in the new year? Check out a ‘library of things’

#Libraries are expanding their offerings beyond books and audiotapes, broadening the potential pursuits of patrons.

by Sophie Burchell, January 2, 2026

CUMBERLAND — "If your New Year’s resolution is to try a new hobby — cooking more diverse recipes, taking up knitting or digging into gardening — but you are not yet ready to make a commitment for all of 2026, there is a shelf at the library for you.

"Stacked with items including a #MortarAndPestle, a #SpinningWheel and a #broadfork, the #LibraryOfThings at Cumberland’s #PrinceMemorialLibrary has objects for all types of pursuits ready for patrons to borrow like they would a book.

" 'The tortilla press is quite popular. A lot of people, they want to have a taco party or something, they want to try it out,' said Kelly Greenlee, community outreach librarian at Prince Memorial Library, which serves #CumberlandME and #NorthYarmouthME.

"Categories of 'things' include arts and craft supplies, science and technology devices, health and wellness equipment and home and garden tools. When acquiring items for this collection, librarians look for items that are typically only used once or twice a year, or things that someone would want to test out before they purchase it for themselves. The collection is intended to save library patrons time and money, as well as broaden their horizons — much like books.

" 'It’s designed to encourage people to have a #SharingEconomy, essentially,' said Greenlee. 'Libraries have always been about sharing resources, and it’s really just an extension of that.' "

Read more:
https://www.pressherald.com/2025/12/30/want-to-try-something-new-in-the-new-year-check-out-a-library-of-things/

Archived version:
https://archive.md/cWBiQ

#SolarPunkSunday #LibrariesRule #MaineLibraries #LibrariesOfThings #BorrowDontBuy

Watching the spinning begin - and the "What if's", and "What will it mean for me'"

(Context - US "Government")

https://youtu.be/SFEewD4EVwU

My psychologist & DJ sides conspired to pop this song into my head.
Same as Sir, it's perfect!

Our #media & #USC Monday:

> Spinning Wheel

Great song (composition), legendary musicians/band, and most wonderful singer whose name nobody knows (now, anyway).

#music #BloodSweatTears #SpinningWheel #Politics #healthcare #budget #Congress #musica #musique

Watching the spinning begin - and the "What if's", and "What will it mean for me'"

(Context - US "Government")

https://youtu.be/SFEewD4EVwU

My psychologist & DJ sides conspired to pop this song into my head.
Same as Sir, it's perfect!

Our #media & #USC Monday:

> Spinning Wheel

Great song (composition), legendary musicians/band, and most wonderful singer whose name nobody knows (now, anyway).

#music #BloodSweatTears #SpinningWheel #Politics #healthcare #budget #Congress #musica #musique

✨🔍 "WeUseElixir: Find Elixir stuff or just enjoy our spinning wheel of doom! 🌐🔄 We've got apps, libraries, and a never-ending 404 experience! 😂💻"
https://weuseelixir.com/ #WeUseElixir #ElixirApps #SpinningWheel #404Experience #DeveloperHumor #HackerNews #ngated

✨🔍 "WeUseElixir: Find Elixir stuff or just enjoy our spinning wheel of doom! 🌐🔄 We've got apps, libraries, and a never-ending 404 experience! 😂💻"
https://weuseelixir.com/ #WeUseElixir #ElixirApps #SpinningWheel #404Experience #DeveloperHumor #HackerNews #ngated

#FinishOrFrogAlong

Progress - one bobbin mostly filled. The first batt was enough to fill one bobbin and the second one to about 2/3.

So this means I'm over the halfway point with the spinning on this yarn.

And there's now also a handspinning fedigroup
@handspinning @fiberarts
#fiberarts #handspinning #spinningwheel

#FinishOrFrogAlong

Progress - one bobbin mostly filled. The first batt was enough to fill one bobbin and the second one to about 2/3.

So this means I'm over the halfway point with the spinning on this yarn.

And there's now also a handspinning fedigroup
@handspinning @fiberarts
#fiberarts #handspinning #spinningwheel

#FinishOrFrogAlong

This is the beginning of the second of three batts from the same colorway. The turquoise is way greener than in this, but present light doesn't allow for better pictures.

Anyway. I'm spinning it with a lowish twist and aim for a bit to even single that will finally turn into a rustic 2ply. The plan is to weave with the finished yarn

@fiberarts #spinning #fiberarts #handspinning #spinningwheel

#FinishOrFrogAlong

This is the beginning of the second of three batts from the same colorway. The turquoise is way greener than in this, but present light doesn't allow for better pictures.

Anyway. I'm spinning it with a lowish twist and aim for a bit to even single that will finally turn into a rustic 2ply. The plan is to weave with the finished yarn

@fiberarts #spinning #fiberarts #handspinning #spinningwheel

In this week's blog post I spun up some purple Union Fibre roving made with Haunui medium weight fleece.

#blog #blogging #craft #crafting #spinning #spinningwheel #FibreArts #FiberArts

https://www.craftygardener.co.nz/?post_id=150&title=spinning-union-fibres-dyed-haunui-purple-roving

Why o why am I thinking of buying yet another #spinningwheel??? I can only spin on one at a time and I already got 4 wheels… (well 2 of them sort of antique)

Why o why am I thinking of buying yet another #spinningwheel??? I can only spin on one at a time and I already got 4 wheels… (well 2 of them sort of antique)

Tour de Fleece day 21, 22 and 23. Finished the light green, plyed 100 gram of Veluws Heideschaap and almost finished 15 gram of apple green. The TdF has ended but I have another 6 colours to go. And after that every little turtle has to be plyed. So I guess I have to continue spinning during the TdF Femme 😀 #TourDeFleece2025 #HandSpinning #Spinning #SpindleSpinning #handspun #SpinningWheel

Tour de Fleece day 15. No color today, but the almost white wool of the herd of Veluws Heideschaap at the monthly demo day of our woolproject in Ermelo. #TourDeFleece2025 #HandSpinning #Spinning #LouetVictoria #SpinningWheel

Tour de Fleece day 9. Finished the dark purple from yesterday. Started a light purple. And plyed 100 gram of Veluws Heideschaap for the woolproject of the flock in Ermelo for which I’m a volunteer. #TourDeFleece2025 #HandSpinning #SpindleSpinning #Spinning #MajacraftAura #SpinningWheel

Anyone else thinking about doing Tour De Fleece this year? I'm in the mood to spin lots of things at the moment, not for any real use, but the joy of just spinning.

#spinning #spinningwheel #tourdefleece

The tension string broke on my 5yo spinning wheel, and I realized the elastic was dead, too, so I dug into some old sewing supplies and completely replaced the Scotch tension mechanism. I love how low tech and repairable this whole thing is.

#spinning #FiberArts #SpinningWheel

Here's another creepy fairy tale I wrote:

https://bit.ly/3DzyPJi

#WritingCommunity #WritingConversations #FairyTale #FlashFiction #ShortStory #Creepy #SpinningWheel #Doll #Snow