Article Info

Article Title
Hooked
Author
Amelia Garripoli
Issue date
Summer 2019
Issue number
25
Description
This article delves into the various types of spindle hooks and their characteristics, such as the Shepherd’s Crook, Diamond, Pigtail, Open Circle, and Crochet Hook, each with unique features that affect yarn centering and spindle performance. It also covers how hooks are made, how they interact with other spindle components, and how the placement of the hook influences the spindle’s balance and yarn alignment. Proper hook placement and minor adjustments can improve spinning performance and reduce wobbling during use.
Article topic list
spindles, suspended spindles