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MindyO
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azblueskies
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 Posted - 12/16/2008 : 12:18:22 PM
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Is it a Tahkli spindle in a cup? Check out the Woolery...they have them at the bottom of their spindle page. I ordered one along with the ceramic cup but returned it....this lady sure makes it look easy...if I could have kept it going like her, I would have kept it.
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MindyO
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Posted - 12/16/2008 : 1:51:02 PM
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This one looks like a small stand alone spindle in a base, possibly brass. She is using both hands to draft so it has to be self supporting I would think. I can't see a hook at the top either.
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Katheroni
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Posted - 12/17/2008 : 1:55:42 PM
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I am on a slow connection, so I can't watch the video, but from it sounds like it might be a Royale Hare support spindle. Here's a link to one for sale (NAYY, just the first Google hit). I don't have one, have never used one, but am just aware of them.
http://home-and-garden.webshots.com/photo/1074281179011363650CytAve |
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MindyO
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Katheroni
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Posted - 12/18/2008 : 09:54:17 AM
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carolron
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Posted - 01/04/2009 : 1:50:56 PM
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I have a supported spindle i bought more than 25 years ago.
It has no manufacturer or name on it. It has a brass base which sits on a table (TV tray, anything flat), then the spindle has a brass piece which fits into the base and spins around. Ball bearings in the base. Total height, 6'.
It's spiffy!
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carolron
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Posted - 01/04/2009 : 1:54:44 PM
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Take away everything - it's the home-and-garden one, for sure. I just went to the picture.
Mine has a black shaft which I'm pretty certain is wood.
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Pompup
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Posted - 01/10/2009 : 6:53:11 PM
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MindyO
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jennybensmom
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Posted - 02/25/2009 : 11:08:44 AM
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Forgive my ignorance, but can any fiber be spun on support spindles? From the long fibered wools to short fibered cotton and cashmere? They look so comfortable to spin with.
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MindyO
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Posted - 02/25/2009 : 11:13:50 PM
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Well I wouldn't say you're ignorant at all since I ordered one and have no clue! LOL Ordered mid
January and I'm still waiting on it to come in probably mid-march. I don't see why it wouldn't work though, the video lady was using it on cotton, I intend to use it for wool and silk.
I imagine they might work better with shorter fibers that would have a tendancy to break or separate easier with the weight of a drop spindle, but I don't really know for sure. I guess I will let you know how it goes when I get mine. I will definietly be posting when I get to use it!
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jennybensmom
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Posted - 02/26/2009 : 11:01:14 AM
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I'll look forward to your review, Mindy. Tell us how you like it.
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loomy
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Posted - 04/19/2009 : 7:04:29 PM
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Originally posted by MindyO
Is there any update on this from anyone else who has used it? Because now I want one too...
Mindy,
I've had a Spindolyn for at least a year (probably more like two years), and though I spin mostly on wheels I like the Spindy a lot - it's the only spindle I use now. For one thing, when the yarn breaks (which happens to me a lot  ) the spindle doesn't drop. It spins smoothly, and I can use both hands if I need to unlike other supported spindles.
I just finished a cotton-spinning workshop, and was able to spin cotton best on the Spindy, compared to my wheel, a supported spindle made by the teacher, and my Babe Liten Spindle. I've used it with a 50-pound dog on my lap, in the car, sitting on the floor, and in a chair. Now that she has a new model I'll buying another one.  |
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MindyO
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Posted - 04/20/2009 : 12:27:29 AM
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I'm still waiting for mine to come in... I'm getting annoyed and impatient, but I knew it would be a bit of a wait. It's been 4 months.
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loomy
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Posted - 04/20/2009 : 12:54:59 PM
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[quote]Originally posted by MindyO
I'm still waiting for mine to come in... I'm getting annoyed and impatient, but I knew it would be a bit of a wait. It's been 4 months.
Wow - that's quite a wait! Did you order directly from KnittingAnyway? I probably ought to get my order in now - then I'll have a surprise when it does show up! 
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MindyO
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Posted - 04/20/2009 : 7:30:40 PM
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I ordered from Woodland Woolworks. It was specified on their website it was back ordered and I did email to ask how long and knew it would be at least end of February. I have emailed a couple times and the employees have been very nice in keeping me updated as well as contacting the supplier periodically to inquire about time frame. I guess Royal Hare is working with a new maker for the base or something?
I should specify, I ordered the Royal Hare Brass supported spindle mentioned int he posts above. Lookint at the spindolyn it seems very similar, just a different construction.
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loomy
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Posted - 04/21/2009 : 04:49:39 AM
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Originally posted by MindyO
...I should specify, I ordered the Royal Hare Brass supported spindle mentioned int he posts above. Lookint at the spindolyn it seems very similar, just a different construction.
I thought you had ordered a Spindolyn - I should've read the thread more closely. 
I know there can be waits for Spindys too, but I don't think they are quite that long! |
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azblueskies
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Posted - 04/21/2009 : 07:46:04 AM
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What type of fiber is best spun on a Spindolyn? And how much yarn will it hold before you have to wind off? Anyone know the same answers for the Royal Hare? Thanks!
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