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Drop Spindle (ASHFORD)

Drop Spindle (ASHFORD)

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Description:

Take your spinning anywhere with this nicely weighted top whorl student drop spindle made by Ashford of New Zealand

A drop spindle is a fun way to experience hand spinning with minimal outlay - no expensive spinning wheel required. The spindle is spun to add twist to the wool fibres which are then drafted and wound onto the shaft as yarn. No experience required just plenty of practice - starter instructions are included.

  • An instruction sheet is included
  • A wool leader is included
  • Hand waxed by us finish!
  • Weight: approx 65 grams
  • Whorl diameter: approx 80mm 
  • Natural wood with a chrome hook

Add a bag of combed wool top!

Select the option above and we'll add one of our Best of British combed wool top selection bags to make this a wonderful complete spinners kit!

Help for beginners...

We’ve put together a helpful beginner's guide to answer common questions and get you spinning with confidence.

Private tuition...

I can teach you to spin using a drop spindle. Book a lesson with me in the Vale of Evesham. I tailor my lessons to fit your requirements and skill level.

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Use the chat button below or contact us - we're happy to help & our advice is on the house!

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How to spin wool into yarn on a drop spindle

Come for a lesson...

Friendly spinning tuition with me at my home in the Vale of Evesham. I tailor my lessons to fit your requirements and skill level. No experience required!

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