Respect the Spindle

The hand spindle remains one of the most productive, versatile, and convenient tools for creating stunning yarns.  This beautifully illustrated guide from a veteran spinner and spindle aficionado demonstrates this versatility.

With step-by-step instructions, this essential manual details the basic steps of spinning and then moves to the spinning wheel.  The author shows how to use the spindle to make specific types of yarn.  Traditional spindle spinning techniques are explained.   Included are five simple projects designed to instill confidence in creating a variety of yarns with this simple tool.

This book combines fascinating historical narratives, traditions, and cultures from around the globe with vivid photography.  This tour of the spindle boasts contemporary techniques that affirm the tool's enduring legacy.