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First, I can now add to my repertoire, plying on a spindle! I searched YouTube for a lesson that would fit my style and found this..........
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winding the single plies off the spindle onto the ball winder and then spinning both ends of the single ply back on the spindle for a balanced 2-ply yarn. It was very satisfying every step of the way! I am liking the spindle more than I thought I would!
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I then unwound it from the spindle onto my niddy noddy as usual and now I have a beautiful skein of wool (54 yards!) It will be knit up into another momento pouch........
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.......now that I am done with Bruce's socks! They are in the mail son-in-law! Be sure and unpack the hug, too!
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I have another pile awaiting their turn on the quilting frame.....
and one ready on the design wall.
I am making progress on my bamboo scarf (it is only 16" long) but it is on the top of the knitting list now!
I am ready for my turn for a visiting daughter and grandchildren-AND my sister and family get here on Friday so I am putting that waiting-energy to good use!
See you soon!
ReplyDeleteOoh! you made identical twin sox! Wow!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely colour green, and love the socks too. Wish I could knit socks, really must learn.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on the spindle-spun yarn. Looks very pretty. I've always plied directly from two spindles onto a plying spindle, but I think I'll try your method next. It may take more time to wind the balls, but might also result in a smoother plying experience.
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