Well, I finally got the chance to work with Stormy. I spun some odd stuff I had around just to get used to her, then took two art batts I carded when I was impatiently waiting for her to arrive, and spun them up as nice fat singles. I got two bobbins filled and then plied them with gold metallic thread. I'm not sure of the yardage but the weight is 4oz. for the 2 balls. I needed to learn how she'd handle, and for the most part pretty good. I do believe she needs a new drive band, this one is pretty stretched out. I e-mailed the manufacturer and asked if I could order some things from them. Hopefully, I can and I'll be able to spin like crazy!
Sunday, February 13, 2011
Well, I finally got the chance to work with Stormy. I spun some odd stuff I had around just to get used to her, then took two art batts I carded when I was impatiently waiting for her to arrive, and spun them up as nice fat singles. I got two bobbins filled and then plied them with gold metallic thread. I'm not sure of the yardage but the weight is 4oz. for the 2 balls. I needed to learn how she'd handle, and for the most part pretty good. I do believe she needs a new drive band, this one is pretty stretched out. I e-mailed the manufacturer and asked if I could order some things from them. Hopefully, I can and I'll be able to spin like crazy!
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Looking good. I think you and Stormy are going to have a wonderful friendship.
ReplyDeleteYour first attempt looks great! I haven't tried spinning with a fine thread yet (have only tried corespun art yarns), yours looks great!
ReplyDeleteOoo stormy does chunky right.
ReplyDeleteVery nice handspun.
ReplyDeleteLove it!!! Totally my kind of spinning!!!
ReplyDeleteFun and sparkly!!
ReplyDeleteLove those colors, Kathi! You must be ready for spring too :D
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