Drop spindles are suspended spindles used to twist fibers into a workable thread or yarn. It is usually made from wood, used for spinning, twisting fibers such as wool, flax, hemp, cotton into yarn.
There are three parts of a drop spindle: the shaft, the whorl, and the hook at the top of the shaft. The shaft is basically what the drop spindle revolves around and it holds the yarn after twist has been applied to the fiber. The whorl acts as a weight to help the drop spindle continue to spin. The hook, or sometimes a notch, in the shaft holds the yarn while the drop spindle is spinning.
Product Information
» Brand: Unknown, possibly handmade
» Material: Metal shaft, glass whorl
» Weight: 0.8 oz
» Shaft Length: 6.25
» Whorl Diameter: Appx 1.75 inches (edges are ruffled)
» Hook Length: 1 inch
» Notches: 0
Product Source
I learned to crochet, sew, and knit using tools I found secondhand and I want to share this with you too! This item was sourced from places like yard sales, friends, thrift stores, etc. I enjoy providing cost-smart tools for all levels of crafters!
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