nostepinne for forming a skein, a wool comb, two generous 5 oz skeins of wool roving: easy-to-use Corriedale, and super soft Merino, and finally a book explaining beginner to advanced techniques.

If you have been wanting to learn how to spin, then this is definitely the kit for you! It also makes an excellent gift for curious crafters.

Ashford Classic Drop Spindle

The Classic is a bottom whorl spindle with removable whorl and unique wire hook.

Diameter: 4"

Length: 14 1/2"

Weight: 3 oz

Solid Wood Construction

Natural Finish

Carded Corriedale Wool Roving.  

Corriedale is a medium coarse wool with 3-4 inch staple length and is more reasonably priced than Merino. The Carded wool roving preparation allows more variety of staple length to remain in the wool and is less costly to process since it is not combed. Also the carded wools are typically very popular for learning to spin on a drop spindle of spinning wheel as the variety of long and short staples encourages to fiber to grab each other more frequently and is more forgiving to spin. Most wool will felt but Corriedale wool roving felts better than most other wool breeds and thus is very popular with needle felting artists.

Carded Merino wool roving

A type of wool spun from the fleece of merino sheep. Since it's so soft, merino roving wool is perfect for creating cozy garments and accessories, like sweaters, hats, scarves, and mittens.

Roving wool has quite a bit of stretch due to its crimped fibers, so you can use it for projects that require a lot of flexibility, such as babywear or activewear. It’s also lightweight and breathable, making it ideal for warmer climates.

Merino roving wool is also easy to dye, which means you can create unique colors for your projects.

Spin It: Making Yarn from Scratch

Here are step-by-step instructions and illustrations that explain how to make yarn from scratch using hand spindles.  Yes you can turn wool into yarn!  Designed to appeal to the beginning spinner, tips and hints are provided that illustrate how easy, enjoyable, and relaxing spinning can be. This manual also includes complete instructions for five simple, appealing projects: a woven sleeve, a knitted bunny bag, a knitted baby hat, knitted fingerless mittens, and a crocheted hat.