Here are two videos of me spinning.
My terminology is not the best, so I hesitate to name the style I use to spin this yarn, as I don’t want to steer anyone in the wrong direction. I call this an “unlongdraw” because it’s clearly not a pure longdraw. However, there is twist in the drafting triangle, and my left hand is smoothing, not gripping. So it’s more longdraw than not. I think it would fall in the category of a supported longdraw, or perhaps a point of twist method… but don’t quote me on that. It makes a semi-worsted yarn, that’s smoother than a woolen yarn, but not as lofty, and much faster to produce, and lighter, than a pure worsted short forward draw.
This is Polwarth/Silk I’m spinning, on Strider, 1:25 whorl. Spinning up some laceweight.
Wheee! I loves my strider. Please ignore the mess, it’s not there anymore.
~The Gnome
Monday, 22. June 2009
I have a hard time explaining my spinning method…but it’s very similar to yours I think. Like a supported long draw I guess. Anyways, looking good and Strider is awesome!
Tuesday, 23. June 2009
Wow, that brings new meaning to the term Wheel P0rn.
I WANT THAT WHEEL!
It’s interesting to see someone else spin, I’ve never seen anyone spin before. (Yeah, I lead a very sheltered life.) Even though I’m right handed, I think I must spin lefty. I’d be more comfortable with the flyer on the right.
And those organized bookcases are fantastic.
Again, nice spinning video.
Tuesday, 23. June 2009
Thank you! Did you get a chance to read the story of the wheel?
Wednesday, 24. June 2009
Yes, I read it when you posted it. (Yes, I’m a lurker/fiber stalker type.) When I get enough living space, I really want to get a nice cherry wood Reeves with about 100 bobbins so I can just spin and spin.