Yarn: Tussah Silk Roving, bought a couple of years ago at Uniquities in Vienna, Virginia (they don't appear to have a website), but I was afraid to ruin it.
Spindle: Plain wooden top-whorl drop spindle
Comments: I just taught myself last night by watching YouTube videos and links I found on Ravelry. The Joy of Handspinning is a great site. Clearly, I need a lot more practice, but I'm really enjoying this.
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Luscious!
ReplyDeletethat roving looks so soft and pretty, and it's a great first attempt--especially for learning off the internet. I had someone show me and i certainly couldn't get the hang of it that well!
ReplyDeleteIt looks great!
ReplyDeleteThe hardest think for me at first was drafting the fiber. I had to learn not to hold it tightly. Holding the fiber to tightly can make it really hard to draft out.
Congratulations on your first handspun! Spinning is such a wonderful, relaxing activity and it's great for knitters. You can make exactly the yarn you want. :)
ReplyDeleteThat's so pretty. I love that color. You'll be a pro before you know it!
ReplyDeleteWhen did you start spinning? And spinning with silk! There are easier fibers to start out with, but why am I telling you that - easy isn't a goal for you.
ReplyDeleteIt is lovely - keep going, and bring your spindle the next time you visit!
Beautiful !!!
ReplyDeleteLooks very pretty for a first spinning attempt. Someday, I want to get into spinning - you know, when I have more time...LOL!
ReplyDeleteHave a great day!
Your photography is as beautiful as your work!
ReplyDeletePeace~
Very silky and soft looking. I had a best friend in college whose hair was the same color and texture.
ReplyDeleteooooohhhhhhh, I'm still resisting! But, I did buy some roving last week...
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