Article Info

Article Title
Spin It! Gandhi's Little Metal Spindle
Author
Joan Ruane
Issue date
Summer 2020
Issue number
29
Issue topic
Supported Spindle
Description
The takli spindle, developed in India under Mahatma Gandhi’s influence, is a portable, metal support spindle designed primarily for spinning cotton. Its design allows for high twist ratios, making it ideal for spinning short-staple fibers like cotton, cashmere, and camel down. The article provides detailed instructions on how to spin with the takli, including setup, fiber handling, and finishing techniques, as well as advice on winding, plying, and storing the yarn for weaving or further use.
Article topic list
camel, cashmere, cotton, staple length, spindles, supported spindles, takhli, cop, plying