Article Info

Article Title
A Roster of Suspended Spindles
Author
Terri Guerette
Issue date
Summer 2019
Issue number
25
Issue topic
Suspended Spindle
Description
This collection showcases the rich diversity of spindle types from around the world, highlighting their distinctive structures, spinning techniques, and historical or cultural uses. From whorl-less tools like the Dealgan and French handspindle to highly specialized forms like the Turkish and Victorian lace spindles, each type offers unique advantages for spinning different fibers and yarn styles. Together, they reflect the ingenuity and artistry of spinners across time and geography.
Article topic list
spindles, crossarm spindles, suspended spindles, ahka, Dealgan