Article Info

Article Title
Supported Cobwebs
Author
Sierra Polsinelli
Issue date
Summer 2020
Issue number
29
Issue topic
Supported Spindle
Description
This article explores the techniques and tools used to spin ultra-fine, cobweb-weight yarn with support spindles, emphasizing fiber preparation and spindle characteristics. It details the benefits of using lightweight, well-balanced support spindles and the “flick, park, and draft” method to achieve consistent, gossamer threads. Fiber selection, particularly superfine Merino and well-prepared blends like Merino/bamboo/silk, is crucial to success in spinning fine singles.
Article topic list
spindles, supported spindles, fine, fiber considerations