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HANDSPINDLES

The alternative to a spinning wheel. Easy to learn on, inexpensive to buy. In many parts of the world, all spinning is still done on spindles.

Happiness is a handmade Bead Whorl Spindle by Kokovoko  These attractive little spindles, with festive bead whorls, spin as beautifully as they look. Use as a drop or supported spindle. Weight: 8 to 11 gram range Length: 6.5" $22.50ppd Contact us if you'd like descriptions of the currently available spindles.

Drop Spindles
The drop spindle is used by suspending it in the air by the yarn being spun. Available in different weights for varying thicknesses of yarns and in high or low whorl. This is the type of spindle most often used by the beginning spinner. Listed weights are approximate.

Kokovoko High Whorl w/hook, weights range from .5 oz to 2 +oz. Approx 11" long - - $19.95
     Very nicely balanced. Beautiful wood whorls vary in size & shape. Finished. Please state the approximate weight you want.
Kokovoko Balkan double-whorl spindle, high whorl, finished. .75oz - - $25.95
Schacht, new Hi-Lo Drop Spindle (use as a high or low whorl spindle)
3" whorl, 2.2-oz, 3"x11" - - $16.95
4" whorl, 3-oz, 4"x12.5" - - $16.95
Louet w/hook, 3oz, 3-3/8"x12", low whorl - - $ 12.50
Ashford Classic w/hook, 2.8oz, 3-7/8"x14", low whorl- - $ 15.95

You will like Ashford's new high whorl spindles. . .
  Ashford High Whorl, small, 1+ oz, 2-3/8"x10-1/2", lacquer finish - - $16.50
  Ashford High Whorl, large, 2.8oz, 3-1/2"x 12-1/4". lacquer finish - - $ 19.95

Our most popular beginning spindle. . .
 Lightweight High Whorl w/hook, a simple & versatile wood spindle, unfinished, 2oz, 3.25"x12" - - $ 8.95

CD spindle (comes with a colorful CD) - - $15.95  CloseOut $8.50

High Whorl Turkish Crossarm Spindle
Turkish Crossarm, high whorl, approx 30-gm, 4-3/8"x9-3/4", choose: African Padauk, Cherry, Purple Heart - - $38.95
  Rubbed oil finish.

Nicely balanced with a 6" shaft . . . . So very easy to take with you! Concave High-whorl Spindle - - $32.95 This dished design gives you a steady spin and the beauty of exotic woods. High whorl. Choose: - - Carrigana (natural marbled colors) or Purple Heart - - 10gm, 20gm, or 30gm

Support Spindles
7" Texas Tahkli, Wt: 1/2+oz, whorl 1" - - $ 15.95  Black steel shaft, brass whorl. Extemely well balanced.
8" Indian Tahkli, Wt: 1/2+oz (16gm), whorl 1" - - $ 15.95  Black steel shaft, brass whorl. Similar to the 7" Tahkli with a longer shaft and slightly shallower hook.
Schacht Pear Tahkli, 1.25oz, 1.25"x10.5" - - $14.50  Brass shaft with maple pear-shaped whorl
Schacht Navajo spindle, 5oz, 4.5"x30" - - $24.75

Akha-Style Handspindle - Use also as a lightweight drop spindle
  Walnut whorl w/brass hook 1/2oz, 2.25"x9" (Spingenuity)- - $15.95
Walnut or cherry whorl w/carved hook 1/2oz, 2.25"x9" (Pioneer)- - $15.95

SPINDLE WITH A TWIST
Spindle with a Twist sits in bearings in a heavy wood base. Large enough to spin medium and heavy yarn. Can also be used as a drop spindle. Finished oak. Wt: 13oz. Height: 12" - - $53.95