When I want to spin, I’m more apt to pull out a spindle than schlep out everything I need to work at my wheel. Since I purchased my Akerworks mini spindle two years ago I spin with it often. With my explanation of tool choice, I thought I’d highlight why it has become one of my go-to-spindles.
Size
It’s also the right weight and the right weight balance for how I spin. I need a long spin to get in all the twist I need for the fine yarn I prefer to spindle. This is perhaps the first spindle I’ve had to stop so I could wind on and spindle more. That’s a nice long spin!
Durability
I am unconcerned taking this spindle out and about. After tucking it into my bag I’ve gone and spun (and dropped) it on concrete without worrying that it may shatter. My bags are abused by me and any feline in my house. I have confidence it will continue to put up with my maltreatment for a long time to come.
Modularity
If for some reason I tired of my grey lotus whorl, I could change it. Or if a kitten decided the shaft made a nice teething toy, I can replace it.
If I wanted to spin my singles and ply later, I could just swap in a new shaft but to be honest I’m still in love with chain plying. Instead of extra shafts, I’m trying to decide on my next acquisition, will it be a yarn caddy/lazy kate?
Together these are the three reasons that make me reach for this spindle over others.
Other spindles?
Yes, I am still spinning the beautiful Elemental Fibers spectrum Rambouillet!
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