Yes, I know my birthday isn't until mid-March, but Hubbo hooked me up early. Behold!
Amazingly, even though I've never spun on a wheel before, it only took a few false starts before I was off and running. Still got a learning curve to work through, of course, but I think it helps that I could already spin on a spindle (at least drafting is nothing new!)
I ended up going for the Lendrum single treadle-- a great price, solid maple, treadles easily, plenty of accessories to add on as my skill/needs grow. Plus it folds up and stores in a handy bag! I didn't like the idea of double treadles, mainly because I don't want to have to sit "front and center" all the time and the single treadle reminds me of keeping time with my foot in band class-- more natural for me.
5 comments:
Hooray! Welcome to the cult, er, club! Can't wait to see it in person!
I was going to guess a wheel, but I didn't want to jinx it. Happy Birthday and happy spinning!!
Happy birthday and happy new wheel! I can't wait to see the yarn you can make with this beauty. Does she/he have a name yet? samm
I KNEW it!!
How awesome! She/he does need a name.
Hello brand new wheel! Enjoy your new home. I have a feeling you're going to be busy. :-)
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