3 Tips to Spinning a More Consistent Yarn On A Wheel The Top 3 Things That Help Me!

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As much as I tell myself that consistency isn't for my handspinning, sometimes I DO need to get a more consistently spun yarn for a particular project, so I do practice once in a while! I wanted to share the three things I keep in mind when I am trying to spin for consistency! I hope it helps someone, and spinning Falkland is one of my FAVORITES. It's not soft, but it makes a beautiful, smooth, defined yarn.
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@abirhussein9781 3 года назад

You have no idea how helpful this is. I'm a new spinner ( a couple of months) and I can never get a clear answer about consistency. The fog has been lifted... thanks a million 😁

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

I'm so glad if it helped at all, but nothing is a substitute for practice! It's just that when you are learning, sometimes you don't know WHAT to practice. Thanks for watching!

@amym5926 3 года назад

I think you're so right about handspun being qualitatively different from commercial yarn in purpose and destiny. I think it's good to learn control so we can coax what we want from the fibers, but it's such an inherently organic exercise in material, skill, and equipment--it begs us to let go of perfectionism and consistency, and we should try to oblige as much as we can!

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

I know everyone has different goals, and different takes on it all, so for me, the control is really just about giving myself options to spin any kind of yarn I want, so I get what you mean! We all just measure perfection differently.

@karenwright8967 3 года назад

I love your upbeat personality. Thanks for your wishes for health Stay safe, healthy and happy.

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

Health has really been on my mind a lot lately! We are all healthy here, and what could I possibly have to be unhappy about? I have you guys!

@Bobbieliz Год назад

I am agreeing with you.on the "more plys evening out the yarn." from my observations while spinning. But, like you, I'm not spinning for perfection. No one is an automaton. Just enjoy the spin is my motto. You own it.

@irinialexandridi3522 11 месяцев назад

Hi Trish. I think that the clothes you make for your doll are incredible, you have some awesome skills. I really love the orangy wool you showed us, hope you show us also how it turns out when you spin it. Have a nice week, we are dealing with a hot wave for the next 10 days. ❤

@krankywitch 3 года назад

Thank you, you’ve saved me some $$. I was thinking about buying carding equipment because rovings/batts look so nice and easy to store. Now I won’t bother. I’m happy combing my fleece and spinning the tops to get a nice smooth, slender & consistent yarn - definitely don’t want sideways staples or fuzzy yarn ☺️

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

I'm glad I could help. I think we're all looking for different outcomes. This way you also have the info in case you want to make a really springy fluffy textured yarn in the future.

@Verityville Год назад

I totally love your goofiness. I’m the same way. I wonder if you are like me and jump around to a bunch of projects or ideas.

@FiberLoveDiary Год назад

I always have a lot going at once

@sandraescamilla1849 3 года назад

Haha. I love that you own your control I am still in denial. 🤣

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

People ask me a lot why I spin, why I process my own fleece, etc. I don't really have another answer, except that I like to control every aspect, but I guess it does feed the creative part of me.

@eroff4721 3 года назад

I use to try to spin consistent yarn, but I found it made for a unenjoyable spin. I spent too much time analyzing the section that was “wrong”. Now I spin with less concern about the consistency and enjoy watching what the fiber that develops. Much happier spinner.

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

I know what you mean! I have tried to force fibers to be yarns I wanted when I first started, but now I let the fiber tells me what it wants to be. We're all happier!

@Palouseweaver 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for a helpful video. I’ve just started knitting sweaters, so I’m trying to become more consistent with my spinning so that I can use handspun yarn for my sweaters. Happy spinning! ❤

@lauradaw6190 3 года назад

The tip about drafting half the staple length has made suuuuccccchhhhh a difference! Thank you so much! I'm a new spinner so this video was such a help ☺️

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

I'm thrilled to hear that!

@joelwilliams5634 3 года назад

Thanks Trish I can always use spinning tips your yarn is beautiful.

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

Thank you!

@sharonnewport7257 2 года назад

I would definitely agree that top really makes the job easier. I tried your tips last night and just by moving my hands made a drastic difference. Makes me do happy 😃

@FiberLoveDiary 2 года назад

Great to hear!

@PG-wz7by 3 года назад

A simple tip that will make a big difference in my spinning. Thank you for making it easy to understand.

@groovygrump Год назад

Thanks so very much for the help with spinning consistent yarn! Need this so much!

@FiberLoveDiary Год назад

Happy to help!

@katnewman2856 3 года назад

🤣 the control thing, are we related?! 🤣🤣🤣

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

Could be! I used to think, " not me!" but I've had to concede over time that I do a lot of this just because I like to control all the aspects 😂

@enswann 3 года назад

I just recall found your videos and I love them. Thank you!!!

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

Welcome! Thank you so much!

@WoWCathy98 2 года назад

Yay! Thank you Trish, this is super helpful and I'll be giving the staple tip a really good go, Cheers

@FiberLoveDiary 2 года назад

So glad it was helpful!

@debbiesykes1389 3 года назад

Very good tips! I have also heard about putting a piece of painters tape on your leg in the length you want to draft and using that to guide you.

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

That works too, but then if I don't spin it all in one sitting I have to do it again, so that's why i migrated to the Post It. Thank you!

@kathycostello4104 3 года назад

I am so happy to have these tips, Trish. I am thinking that I heard the staple length tip very early on in my spinning. So early, my head was exploding just trying to remember to treadle and move my hands at the same time! So your reminder is really helpful, especially since I may try to make my own top with the fleece I have purchased. And, I so agree that if I want a super smooth yarn, I can just buy it. That is not why I spin, dye or knit. But knowing how to spin more consistantly will be helpful when I am spinning sock yarn, especially. I spun up some of the Paradise fiber from October and got a nice confetti two ply. I am super excited to see your changes to it! TTFN, Kathy

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

I get that! There were so many tips I heard in the beginning that didn't really click for me until I understood more what people were telling me! We all know I'm a controller, so I just like being able to make a consistent yarn, but I hardly ever do 😂

@tracyirwin9578 3 года назад

Thank you for the tips. They are so helpful. Top is best! I totally agree.

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@terryvanderslice4825 3 года назад

The yarn is beautiful. Did you say what you would be doing with it? Consistent....hmmmmm. I am consistently inconsistent! I would add a #4. Relax. Hands loose, shoulders down, breath. Actually I was sorting through the spun yarn stash and realize that I am improving. I started into some tussah silk from the stash last night - I watched a few ideas on how to keep that consistent but it may take the entire 8 oz. to get there.

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

I have only spun pure tussah once. It felt funny as I was drafting, so I didn't do it again, but I don't really know if it was just the stuff I had. Maybe someday I should try again. We all have those tips that help us the most. It's interesting that everybody is so different even though we're all trying to make yarn in the same basic ways.

@pennygonzalez8309 3 года назад

Thank you, Trish! Very helpful :)

@brendabacon1613 3 года назад

It turned out beautiful. I can’t wait to see the October fiber from paradise fibers 🎉🥳😆

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

Next Friday! I'm editing now. Thanks so much for watching.

@brendabacon1613 3 года назад

@@FiberLoveDiary my pleasure. I’m so excited. Every time I see you’ve posted a new video, I freak out a little. You always brighten my day. ☺️

@OoOlijfje 3 года назад

As always, a great video! I am really looking forward to!! seeing how you spun the Halloween fiber

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

Yay! Thank you! See you Friday then 😂

@carolnelson831 3 года назад

Love all your videos but especially love the spinning! Everyone you just need to find the wheel you love and works for you! 🧶

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

So true!

@plansandprocrastination 3 года назад

beautiful yarn - mad respect for all the time it took to spin that thin and controlled....!!!!

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

It was so much fun to spin. I know it's a cliche, but it seemed like it was spinning itself. I loved this spin.

@mindyspoon720 3 года назад

I have watched, and rewatched this video. It is really helpful. I have Lazy Kate envy. I neeeed that in my life. What make is it? I have an ancient Ashford that came with my second hand wheel, that I adored, until I saw yours!! Xx. Thank you for all your wonderful videos.

@jenniferbrighty5120 2 года назад

Hi Trish, hope you're OK xx 😘 Thanks for these great tips. You're right why would we want home Spun yarn to look like its not. To be honest until you said that I guess I'm trying too hard for it to be consistent in what I'm doing. Thanks for everything you do. Take care and stay safe Love Jen xx 💖😘❤ This is first time I've seen this video . Xx

@FiberLoveDiary 2 года назад

You're only trying too hard if YOU think so. And I'm wonderful. I hope you are too! 😘

@jenniferbrighty5120 2 года назад

@@FiberLoveDiary Hi Trish Thankyou so much for the Heart Reply sending ❤back to you. Glad you're good. Yeah I agree its Me that's trying to hard. I'm like you need to get things done right. Just too hard on ourselves sometimes. Have a great vacation. Take care and stay safe. Love you ❤ Jen xxxx ❤💖

@ourladyoffollies 3 года назад

Wow that's pretty impressive!!! I am less than a year into spinning on a wheel but I love it, it is so relaxing

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

Thank you! 😊

@lindamarie358 3 года назад

Thanks for these tips. Sure will be helpful as that is my goal each time I try.

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

Well, I am so glad if any of it helped you!

@1235adriana 3 года назад

Thanks so much for all the information!!! 🐑

@melanieo15 3 года назад

Another great and helpful video. Thank you for sharing. The yarnyou spun is gorgeous!

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@hildeaareskjold8070 3 года назад

Great tips, thank you! The staple length tip was very clever. Though I am starting to agree more and more with you about homespun yarn not needing to be very consistent. After I started weaving a new world opened up for me where I started to appreciate some of my earliest homespun, super uneven yarns a whole lot more!

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

This is honestly why I learned to weave. I now see that even the yarns I didn't want to knit or crochet with because of texture or color can have a place in the weaving world! Thank you.

@fiberbynature 3 года назад

Thank you so much for the tips! My spinning wheel just came in the mail so I really needed these! Thanks!(again)

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

Well that is so, so exciting! My first tip for any new wheel spinner though is to attach a ball of commercial yarn so you can start getting the hang of working your hands and feet together and develop the muscle memory. Then when you are drafting your body will know what to do more on its own. Have so much fun, Kai!!

@debbieabella49 3 года назад

Great tips! Love the finished product!

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

Thanks so much!

@hopefulsnippets230 3 года назад

Thanks Trish I always find that your videos are very informative! I can find the halfway pt of my staple length, it’s just getting my hands to consistently go the right distance, that’s another story

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

I get it! That's why that visual aid can really help you get the muscle memory goingg, but practice is the only way to develop that.

@therandomlifeofkatie3277 3 года назад

I got my first spinning wheel in August, right before school started back up and I am in love!

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

Exciting! I hope you're enjoying it!

@jessicawright1656 3 года назад

Great tip! Plus the yarn turned out great. It's fun to see how different the yarn can be from the original colorway of the braid.

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

I was surprised how much the green just kind of disappeared but I love how it came out

@Jessesmom12 3 года назад

I love your videos. I will adopt Tip #3 right away. I bought roving online and maybe it’s for woolen spun. I wish you had a help time. Wouldn’t have to be free. 😁

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

Well that is something I've never even thought of. I'll have to think about it once I'm more comfortable live!

@sandrahageman9955 3 года назад

This is what I needed to hear about consistency. I am going to rethink consistency when spinning from batts. Plying definitely makes a big difference. Thanks for the tips.

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

Do you mean you need to allow for a little more variation? Just curious what you took away from the rambling 🤣

@sandrahageman9955 3 года назад

@@FiberLoveDiary My wool is Havelock wool (used for van insulation). The stable is short and the batt is messy (fiber goes every which way). I have 30 POUNDS. As much as I try for consistency, it is nearly impossible. By plying my singles, the imperfections seem to be “hidden.” So yes, I need to allow for variations and not be too tough on myself. I enjoy your videos. You have been an inspiration on my new journey. I would love to win of your Paradise boxes/bags just for a chance to spin up luxury fiber! Cheers.

@sharonnewport7257 2 года назад

Thank you so much for those tips that have really helped me 👍

@FiberLoveDiary 2 года назад

I'm so glad it helped you. It all helped me so much.

@nickycarl626 Год назад

Thank you for the tips! I raise German Angoras and I wanted to be a little more consistent with my spinning 🙂

@grimmssocalledlife4140 2 года назад

Thank you I was having such trouble I just got my first wheel it’s not a good expensive one like you have but it’ll do for now

@FiberLoveDiary 2 года назад

So glad to help!

@amihazell732 3 месяца назад

That's a great tip about the draw out length! Thank you!! Just getting back into spinning! :-)(

@LittleFischies 3 года назад

Trish, thats yarn is beautiful! I definitely will keep tip #3 in mind!

@sadiesspincraft6319 3 года назад

I agree with you on the if I want perfect I will buy machine spun . Thank you so much for this video it helps alot x

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@Verityville Год назад

Oh. I’m pretty new & I need help learning how to spin on my Espinne without getting really bad neck & shoulder pain and soreness. I’m not old & don’t have any issues. I’m right handed but feel more comfortable using my left hand in the front, doing most of the work.

@FiberLoveDiary Год назад

Without seeing you, I can't be sure but my guess is that you are holding too much tension in your body while you're learning. It's very common for new spinners. Take breaks every 15 minutes. Stretch and get up and move around

@iknit8b707 3 года назад

Hi Trish, Thanks for your tips with consistency. I love to watch other people spin. More spinning videos please!

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

When you say that, do you just mean more videos with spinning? Or more information on spinning? I spin almost every day so if you just want to watch spinning, I can do that 😂😂

@iknit8b707 3 года назад

@@FiberLoveDiary Both 😂 I do like to watch people spin. That’s how I learned how to spin. I also appreciate any informational videos. Can never have to much knowledge! Thanks for your reply

@sarahdzeima5102 3 года назад

I adore that yarn and the tips are amazing. Thank you!

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

You are so welcome! I kind of love the yarn too 😉

@QuzieSuzieQ 3 года назад

I can’t wait for my new wheel to get here so I can try this!

@barbarareeves9669 3 года назад

Thank you for the great tips! I will try 3 ply next time ....

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

Let me know how it goes!

@dmbrown240 3 года назад

Thanks for the tips! I’m working towards a more consistent yarn. Practice, practice, practice! 😀

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

You can do it!

@LindseyHeine 3 года назад

Thank you for the tips! I am super new to spinning, and any advice is helpful! Love your videos!

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

Thanks you so much, Lindsey! Different tips "click" for each of us, so I am just sharing what worked for me. Hopefully they help somebody!

@jazmin9565 3 года назад

This was so cool. The finished product is just gorgeous! Great job Trish!

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

Thank you so much!

@carolyndavis6657 3 года назад

You have the most amazing videos. Your yarn turned out beautiful.

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

Thank you so much!

@SoulfulSpinning 3 года назад

Beautiful yarn and great tips!

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

Thank you! Cheers!

@kendrao9647 3 года назад

That yarn is serious spinning goals!!! Beautiful! 💕

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

Thank you and thanks for watching!

@bonniemcgee6648 3 года назад

Beautiful

@bonnielundholm5535 3 года назад

Great tips Trish. Your yarn turned out so beautiful. I love it.

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

Thank you so much!

@cynthiaschultz6398 3 года назад

Thanks for your tips!! You make such beautiful things 😍😍

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

Aw, hopefully see you soon!

@thesimmeringdyepot8136 3 года назад

Helpful information, another great video.

@Meredith36 Год назад

What great tips! Thank you 😊

@sadiesspincraft6319 3 года назад

Also I love the yarn its gorgeous x

@andreesabourin9503 3 года назад

oh great tip! I'll give that a try! Thank you!!!

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

It's the tip I've gotten that helped me more than any other.

@artistirmafeliciarodriguez7752 3 года назад

HI TRISH!!!! HUGSSSSSS, Love your channel!!!

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

Aw, hugs to you too! Thank you so much.

@havetardiswilltimetravel 3 года назад

Great tips! Hadn't heard the staple length one before, definitely going to use it!

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@teresac.m.355 3 года назад

The braids are beautiful

@kachsavage4047 3 года назад

The staple length tip is one I've technically known for awhile, but I've never put it into practice. Hopefully this will kick me into gear. Thanks for the tips!

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

I can't swear I never heard it before. I may have, but I didn't put it into practice until the last two years or so. Game changer for me! I've tried lots of stuff, but these are the three things that help me the most.

@carolnelson831 3 года назад

I can’t wait o see what you did with October box.

@lorainew4281 3 года назад

As always these are excellent tips Trish! I will definitely be using the little post it note to remind myself of the staple length, hopefully that will help with it not pulling out of my hand 🙄 So annoying when that happens! Thanks Trish! Be well!!

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

Wonderful! I like the Post It, because it keeps it right in my eye line, but whatever works, right?

@emmasmom60 3 года назад

I'm going to try the half a staple length tip on the BFL that I am spinning for the Nightshift shawl. Love that Falkland yarn you spun!

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

A handspun Nightshift. That sounds pretty awesome.

@jacquelinepirotta 2 года назад

That was very helpful! thank you

@lorrainebinskin2990 3 года назад

Have been binge watching you, I am a beginner and have learned so much from you, you are great at giving me the AHA moments. My spinning has improved so much, the only problem is my yarn buying has escalated. During COVID we have had many wool shows that have been cancelled so there have been many sales, so hard to not buy. We have had 40 alpaca in the past so I have any fleeces stored. Can you suggest good wool fibres to blend with it, I have been using merino. Thanks again for the giggles and great information.

@jeanmccullough7737 3 месяца назад

This is great information. Thank you

@jenm4721 2 года назад

This was very helpful

@heatherkather653 3 года назад

This was very interesting! Thanks!

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it!

@StitchingNana 3 года назад

Thank you for the great tips.

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

You are so welcome!

@melaniehuhta8853 3 года назад

Thank you for the GREAT tips!😃

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

Thanks for watching! How was the camping?

@maryellenmeggs3027 3 года назад

Beautiful yarn. I am working on spinning my first home spun socks, so "consistency is necessary. Timely topic! The fiber is from Three Waters farm.

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

That is really exciting! I love their fiber! They just dye the most beautiful stuff.

@pam3515 3 года назад

Loved your finished yarn! Thank you for sharing the great tips, and I can’t wait to see how your October FotM Club turned out!! Oh, and I have a whole bunch of similarly (un)labeled handspun I was trying to organize today. I mean, the intention was there with the little tags, but I guess I got distracted? Distracted 10 times on 10 different occasions... Lol, at least it seems I’m in good company!

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

Thank you so much! Honestly! I usually write my info down immediately because I know it won't happen at all otherwise, but to put on a label and then do nothing, WHAT?? I guess I wrote it in invisible ink.

@chronicallycrocheting 3 года назад

Great tips, thank you. 🤗

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@myroslavajacklitsch6039 2 года назад

Thanks for sharing !

@trinanortham131 2 года назад

Very helpful. Thanks.

@woollycrafts 2 года назад

So helpful. 😊 thanks

@Rowanstarr 2 года назад

Great tips.

@hookthatyarn Год назад

Thank you for this. I think I’m going to make a draft card and tape it to my pants lol

@beverleylawton6899 3 года назад

Great video - as always! For me, this is a great reminder...! Any chance you could do the same for plying🥴I always overply even though I count the treadles and work it all out at the start! I have literally just done it again🙈

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

Great suggestion! Let me give it some thought. I am typically more prone to underplying because I'm always trying to hurry. 😂

@stephenkropf2087 3 года назад

Thanks for sharing. I have yet to try a 3 ply

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

Well I can't imagine why not since you are busy quilting, grooming and buying every mum and hay bale in Canada for your beautiful yard 😂

@deannal3678 3 месяца назад

❤

@DeloraDabbles 3 года назад

I find I spin most consistently when I spin in accordance to the fiber prep, so if i spin woolen style for woolen prep and spin worsted style for worsted prep

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

I agree prep has a lot to do with it.

@thelittlethingskate9567 3 года назад

It’s so thin! I’m still new new new at spinning, and my yarn is lumpy and chunkyyyyyy. Lots of practice ahead!

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

You've probably heard this already, but someday you will be trying to go back to lumpy and chunky and struggling to get it! The practice is the fun part!

@creativitybytrisha6819 3 года назад

Those are good tips for consistency. Top is from combs, right? I always get preps and terms confused.

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

Yes, it's confusing isn't it? Plus then a lot of people use the terms incorrectly and that makes it even harder to learn! But you are correct. Top is combed. If you're a traditionalist, which we all know I am not, top is even all going in the same direction, butts and tips.

@dhurd4099 3 года назад

I’m wondering what you did with the remaining Falkland yarn after that first bobbin ran out. Chain plying the rest would result in a different look, yes?

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

That is a great questions. I will have to do a video on this sometime, but the short answer is that when I am down to two bobbins, I use a storage bobbin and a small drill to wind off a bunch, because you are right. If I chain ply, it looks completely different and would stick out (at least to me) like a sore thumb, and it would bug me.

@PeaceLoveAndRico 3 года назад

Wouldst these tips be applicable to spinning on a spindle style great wheel?

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

Usually spinning in a great wheel would be longdraw, so not really. Getting a consistent yarn with longdraw is much more difficult and will take really nothing but lots of practice and a nice prep

@carolyndavis6657 3 года назад

So are you using double drive?

@FiberLoveDiary 3 года назад

Yes, Freija is convertible but I almost always use her as a double drive wheel.