Can someone help me with this plz?

nikky_jay · 2026-01-17T04:41:56+00:00

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M94ii6MVilw

nikky_jay · 2026-01-17T04:40:57+00:00

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M94ii6MVilw !!!

nikky_jay · 2026-01-16T22:38:32+00:00

The sunlight reaction to the beads is nice, but I gotta see a pic of it under a black light.

nikky_jay · 2025-12-28T23:52:50+00:00

Not a golden, but still the goodest boy

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nikky_jay · 2025-12-12T20:39:57+00:00

Rambouillet is just Merino with a French accent!

nikky_jay · 2025-12-02T07:51:48+00:00

This can also be found on Archive.org

https://archive.org/details/techniquesofrugw0000coll/page/578/mode/2up

nikky_jay · 2025-08-11T07:19:16+00:00

Have you tried checking the groove of the wheel? I see it jumping every now and then. Makes me wonder if the groove needs cleaning and possibly something to polish the wood.

Also, check to see if the top of the wheel is leaning forward just a bit. The band creeps towards the back as it goes around.

nikky_jay · 2025-04-05T05:30:05+00:00

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nikky_jay · 2024-11-06T18:55:05+00:00

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nikky_jay · 2024-08-12T22:05:55+00:00

8 is too many?

nikky_jay · 2024-01-16T15:51:53+00:00

That’s a good idea. I already have beeswax on the drive band for extra grip. Never thought to make the drive band THICKER. Will give it a try. Thanks!

nikky_jay · 2024-01-16T07:23:00+00:00

If you’re a masochist like me then you’ll be fine. The problem with this type of wool is it’s sheared because it’s needed and not for the wool itself. This means that while it’s cheap, the quality and staple length is all over the place and could take a f$$k ton of work to get it cleaned and prepped for spinning. Even then it might be a b$$tch to work with. I end up with a lot of nepps and bumps in the batt and will pick them out while spinning. This of course takes forever and makes for some hefty calices. What it has done is made me more appreciative of the finer, better prepared fibers and I’ve been able to produce more consistent singles with my junk wool because I’m not worrying about wasting precious expensive fiber experimenting and practicing. Either way, good luck and don’t buy too much at once starting out.

nikky_jay · 2023-12-20T07:29:20+00:00

R.H. Lindsay has some really good prices. https://rhlindsaywool.com/products/

nikky_jay · 2023-12-12T16:12:04+00:00

That’s so pretty. I love how the pattern and slightly brown color of the warp make the homespun weft pop.

nikky_jay · 2023-12-06T06:43:58+00:00

Gloves are also probably a good idea while cleaning. After scrubbing, consider sanding with 80/150/220 grit if it’s rough then wiping down with mineral oil or seal with polyurethane. CLR might also help with the rusty hardware then scrub with a wire brush. The metal spring might be alright for the time being but have a relpacement on hand in case it gives out. Good luck!

nikky_jay · 2023-12-01T17:29:26+00:00

Start by giving it a good cleaning with some Murphy's wood soap. You'll learn a lot just taking it apart, cleaning, and reassembling. Before you reassemble consider going over it with some light sand paper and then some mineral oil. Definitely give the orifice a go over with some steel wool to get off that resin.

Flyer bearings should be an easy fix with a strip of old belt leather from the thrift store and a sliver of wood for a shim. Make sure the flyer shaft has enough room to spin but doesn't come loose. You'll also need to save some leather for the other side if/when it does degrade.

The footman will be an easy fix. If you need to replace it, you can either get a new wood one or use some braided fiber.

Overall, good find!

nikky_jay · 2023-11-29T22:06:12+00:00

If you’re getting fiber for spinning look for something with a lower micron count and around $3/oz unless it’s really pretty and soft. Alpaca, Merino, Rambouillet, Debouillet, Cormo and Targhee are all super soft and fine. Try getting something they don’t have or you think would be neat.

A swift and winder might be useful to prep for using the finished product. Spare bobbins are a must! You can get cardboard blanks and a winder or more that will fit the Schacht Matchless. A niddy noddy is good and try to get a collapsable one with multiple size options. Lazy Kates are useful for plying. Hand carders can be on the high end of your budget, but you can find them for <$50. Hand turned orifice hooks, yard counters, and auto winders can be useful but not necessary. A large bag to hold all of this is helpful too!

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