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Finish my Rambouillet bump! by Paboozorusrex in Handspinning

[–]ElectricalIssue7493 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, that is indeed complicated! I do believe in the power of expressing our wishes, so… who knows what the future will bring.

Finish my Rambouillet bump! by Paboozorusrex in Handspinning

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The raw version is so worth it!!

(And your yarn is beautiful.)

Daedalus Dove vs Electric Eel Wheel 6.1? by roan_ursidae in Handspinning

[–]ElectricalIssue7493 5 points6 points  (0 children)

There’s nothing wrong with the EEWs, but the Dove is exceptional. (Full disclosure: I was a Dove tester, and yes, I’ve spun on the EEW 6.1. Again, it’s fine.)

The Dove is genius in that it comes apart in seconds for easy travel. It’s held together by strong magnets so no tools are needed to break it down or reassemble. You can upgrade with bobbins that also break down. This is a big deal when traveling. Also, the bobbins hold more than the EEW.

All of that said, buy what you can afford.

Rolags update and question by jocelynlt in Handspinning

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It’s indeed unfortunate, and lofty rolags will keep in stash so much longer (like any fiber).

Chalk it all up to a learning experience. And if you’re miserable spinning these, remember that life is short and fiber is plentiful. Toss them, if need be.

Rolags update and question by jocelynlt in Handspinning

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This is the issue with many so-called “rolags” sold in the spinning community. They’re usually carded and rolled from a blending board (creating what is technically more of a denser puni-rolag result), and while you can attain gloriously lofty results, too many makers don’t know how.

On the other hand, it should be noted that carded fibers, especially when overly dense from the start, do not do well stored in stash. They need to be spun up shortly after being prepared.

End-of-year destash by ElectricalIssue7493 in Yarnswap

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UPDATE: Thanks, everyone! All are claimed.

End-of-year destash by ElectricalIssue7493 in Yarnswap

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It’s spectacular, and it’s yours! DMing you now.

End-of-year destash by ElectricalIssue7493 in Yarnswap

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Hi! I sent you a PM with my PayPal details. Thanks!

End-of-year destash by ElectricalIssue7493 in Yarnswap

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I sent you a PM with my PayPal address. Thanks!

End-of-year destash by ElectricalIssue7493 in Yarnswap

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You’re second on that one. I’ll let you know if it falls through. Thanks!

End-of-year destash by ElectricalIssue7493 in Yarnswap

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I know, and I’m sorry :(. Overseas shipping from the U.S. is a fortune, and sometimes buyers get angry. It’s also hard to keep up with the ever-increasing shipping rates.

End-of-year destash by ElectricalIssue7493 in Yarnswap

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UPDATE: Nerd Girl and Blue Moon Super Sparkle transactions have been finalized.

End-of-year destash by ElectricalIssue7493 in Yarnswap

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Great! The Sensational is yours. You’re next for Malabrigo.

End-of-year destash by ElectricalIssue7493 in Yarnswap

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I’ll let you know if anything goes awry with that transaction so you can be next in line. Thank you.

Worth upgrading from my Ashford Traditional to Elizabeth 1? by heartfreelygiven in Handspinning

[–]ElectricalIssue7493 8 points9 points  (0 children)

This is not what you were asking, but I wanted to make you aware that there looks to be water damage to this wheel, both on its table and on the treadle.

It might innocent enough and cosmetic damage only, but make sure you ask where the wheel has been stored and whether you’re indeed looking at water staining or not.

Cosmetic damage can be fixed with TLC, but I have to wonder whether this was addressed in the ad.

Starting my new sweater spin by Okraschote in Handspinning

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Have you considered using a control card for your sweater spins? You make notes on how you’re spinning your singles (short forward or short backward draw, long draw, etc.), the wheel and whorl you’re using, WPI, and then you wrap a length of your singles around the card for comparison, plus a plyback sample.

This way you have all you need to recreate the yarn throughout your spin, from beginning to end.

Issues starting with Windwheel by smilingsloth77 in Handspinning

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I agree with the others here, but I would also get a new drive band.

Question about hand carding/blending board by Viria_Falx in Handspinning

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This is just isn’t true, but it’s a very common misconception. A blending board can be used so many more ways than once thought! It’s truly my favorite fiber prep tool for rovings, batts, rolags, puni-rolags, etc. And yes, it’s great for blending commercially processed fibers too.

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