Here's What I Learned Spinning Cotton on a 3D Printed Charkha I've Had for 7 Months in the Package

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I've looked at Charkhas many times, so when I was emailed about testing a 3D printed one, I said, "Heck yes, but be aware, it will be a completely honest product review." Then I left it in the package for 7 months for lots of reasons. Here's what I learned trying out this charkha for spinning cotton. You also get to see how I tie a drive band, and lots more interesting stuff and see me try spinning cotton for the first time!
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@technicaltea228 2 года назад

Oh, a tip for keeping the charkha in place while you spin: place a non-slip mat under the charkha. Like one of those dish mats you place in cabinets.

@catherinec7509 2 года назад

I purchased a complete Charkha probably three years ago and it is sitting in a corner. I too am afraid to try it. You have inspired me to give it a try. Thank you Trish.

@melaniereising5661 2 года назад

I bought one of these and glued it to a board. I used cotton string for all the whorls. I also added rubber feet to the bottom so it wouldn’t slide around. I did order cotton punies but haven’t spun them yet. Can’t beat the price which is why I decided to try it.

@jenniferbrighty5120 2 года назад

Hi Trish, I hope you're OK and enjoying Rhinebeck. Thankyou so much for reviewing the Charka, I've seen them on RU-vid before but never in Close up detail or explained as well as you have done. Thankyou for sharing this and giving us your Honest opinion on it. Hope you have a Great Weekend. Take care and stay safe. Lots of love Jen 💘💕xxxx

@reavanante2160 Год назад

This was a great demonstration. By the way, I had one of those toy looms, and I loved it. It was many years ago, but I've worked on a floor length loom also. I wish I had that toy, now. Really miss it, especially when I look at the prices for just a table loom. Thanks for what you do. Also, if using those heavy rubber bands, the rubber band can be cut along the length, without cutting it in half, and it will have much more expandability, less tension. There is the risk that if it isn't done carefully and there are spurs in the cut, that it will snap. But it would give an alternative to heavy knots.

@candygrubisic 2 года назад

For me, I never got one because I didn't know if I could even master the technique on one ...AND, I have no cotton to spin lol. That was fun watching you give it a go. Have fun at Rhinebeck!!

@LisaMyEclecticLife 2 года назад

I have only spun cotton from the seed on a small drop spindle that I used supported. I do plan to see if I can spin it on my EEW 6, I have seen several people say they spin cotton on it. I will not spin from the seed if I do that, obviously, but spinning from the seed is fun and the kids love it at demonstrations.

@Jessesmom12 2 года назад

Nice to try this. It helps to see how portable they are. 🌺

@FiberLoveDiary 2 года назад

Yes they are!

@abirhussein9781 2 года назад

Hay Trish. Providing you find the correct length you could try a ball winder band. At a pinch try the stretch elastic for sewing it come by the yard.

@michelezunker5029 2 года назад

I love how helpful John is to all your fiber adventures. That's a good man.

@FiberLoveDiary 2 года назад

He is always interested and doing what he can to support. He's the best!

@simonebourque1061 2 года назад

I have never heard of these before! Thank you for your enthusiasm!

@gerryivkovich1857 2 года назад

This seems to work like a drop spindle. I am impressed that you figured it out.

@technicaltea228 2 года назад

I actually started out spinning cotton on a book charkha I ordered from India before I got my Sidekick. My first ever fi er was cotton, so everything I've spun after that has been an adventure. I still adore spinning on my charkha and it's super portable so I can take it to the park and spin cotton in the sunshine. It's so nice to see others using them since there are very little resources on how to use them. I learned mostly from trial and error and picture tutorials.

@irinialexandridi3522 2 года назад

Thanks for the honest review.

@LDSVenus 2 года назад

that was pretty cool, now I’m going to have to go research more on them!

@candyquilt 2 года назад

Fun watching you put things together without really knowing what you are doing.

@FiberLoveDiary 2 года назад

You mean watch me live my life?? 🤣🤣

@avalontampsett5023 2 года назад

Thank you for being honest with your review.

@SmallFossy 2 года назад

That’s so cool, I’ve never heard of one of those before, neat to learn about!

@elizabethernest 2 года назад

This was really interesting, I didn't know anything about them other than the name. Thanks for giving it a try and showing what a first attempt is like. You're the best!

@teresac.m.355 2 года назад

Thanks for the review

@sadiesspincraft6319 2 года назад

I loved watching this thank you trish. I would love to try one out at some point in my life thank you again trish c

@teresac.m.355 2 года назад

Thank you for the knot tip, I am sure it will come in handy

@jennm2689 2 года назад

So cool! I had never seen one of these in action. Thanks for explaining.

@Ahlathein 2 года назад

My favorites are your sweater and the RH towels!

@sandrahageman9955 2 года назад

Now you have me wondering about spinning cotton. So many new skills to try. Safe travels. Can’t wait to hear/see what cool finds are there.

@dmbrown240 2 года назад

That’s really neat! 💕

@rockinrobin1975 2 года назад

Very interesting. I've always heard about them, intended on getting more info. So this was nice. Thanks!

@dawanariley4183 2 года назад

Thank you for honesty. I seen it and the spinning wheels to. I was thinking they would not stand up to the abuse a spinning wheel takes.

@FiberLoveDiary 2 года назад

I'm not even sure if they're still selling them. They're kind of neat, but really more of a toy.

@eqrain21 2 года назад

I don't ever really want to spin with one of these myself but they are fascinating to see in action and opened the door for so many things.

@beverleylawton6899 2 года назад

Interesting video and thank you for recording and sharing. The charka did look a little flimsy but, like you said, it gives people the opportunity to see how spinning cotton like that, feels. 🙏

@danielleh8461 2 года назад

Okay that’s a cool way to do it. I’m trying a supported spindle today for the first time. Good to try new things

@beckyshook3526 2 года назад

Very interesting I never saw one used before thanks

@jacquelinesalem2776 2 года назад

Good job 1st time!!! I was gifted a Charkha. Now I am excited to give it a try. Thanks so much.

@redmonika10 2 года назад

Peti Charkha. The history behind Charkha's is really interesting. Traditional ones were made of wood, which might be a bit more stable. Thanks for giving it a try for us! Enjoy your time at Rhinebeck!

@dawnuselto8777 2 года назад

I love that you give an honest opinion!!!! Love that you're not promoting this as a serious tool!!! It looks like it could be fun, but would also give me a headache. I hope you have a great trip and get to enjoy yourself at Rhinebeck! Be safe and drive carefully!

@FiberLoveDiary 2 года назад

I would hope nobody was promoting this as a serious tool.

@jazmin9565 2 года назад

You make me fiberarts so much less intimidating and so much more fun Trish! 🤩

@melaniehuhta8853 2 года назад

Great review! Thanks for the honest opinions. I don’t think that is something I’m gonna try. Got my hand full with what I already have.

@jenm4721 2 года назад

In Peru and Ireland spinning has traditionally been taught to kids starting at 3-5 years old (at least that's what I've heard) so that by the time they're 5-7 years old they are supplying the adults with thread to weave! So the lesson here? Buy this for your kids! 😂

@rebeccaivy9713 2 года назад

Thank you for always giving us an honest review. Love watching your fiber adventures! 💗

@FiberLoveDiary 2 года назад

I hated saying I didn't think it was amazing LOL, but you can't trust someone that doesn't get real!

@pennygonzalez8772 2 года назад

I think it was interesting too, and I had never heard of it. Thanks for sharing. Hey you never know it might help me answer a Jeopardy question one day! Lol

@PeaceLoveAndRico 2 года назад

the thing about a book charkha is the smaller main drive wheel. it feels clunky and cheap, unless you use the highest quality solid wood or metal wheel and pulleys... i wish you could spin my franken bike... it's so smooth and swift! the thread is almost dripping from your fingers! My two pennies worth of thinking is: use bigger wheels, be happy.

@valeriegeorgevitch3876 2 года назад

So glad to see this -- I had seen someone spinning on a real (wooden from India) Charkha and it was really pretty, then I saw the 3D version and had the same thought that it did not look as stable (or pretty) -- then I tried spinning cotton on my Ashford Traditional -- wasn't going to happen. But watching you it made sense how to spin cotton and I too will certainly not pass up a Used Charkha if I ever stumble upon one for a decent (frugal) price. THANKS - very helpful.

@taniamitchell604 2 года назад

Love the concept.

@FiberLoveDiary 2 года назад

the execution was a wee bit lacking though 😂

@gatlinmorrow 2 года назад

Very cool!!!

@Kivvrin 2 года назад

Thank you so much for the demo and honest review! I have always been curious! If he is blacksmithing as well, I think I will keep an eye on him developing one as more of a "tool" because I love the concept!

@FiberLoveDiary 2 года назад

It was interesting, but probably not a tool for me longterm.

@teresac.m.355 2 года назад

Have a safe trip!

@Lilfare 2 года назад

That is soo cool. I have always been curious how 3d printed parts would translate to spinning smoothness.

@janodonnell2730 2 года назад

I have a charka that I have been afraid to break out and try - might have to give it a try

@connierose2912 Год назад

i think this is so cool

@jodykirk5757 2 года назад

The feel of raw cotton is like nails on a chalkboard to me. I cringed and had goosebumps watching from the moment you said cotton ball! Very interesting regardless.

@FiberLoveDiary 2 года назад

I didn't expect that, but I have my own things that make me cringe, so I get it. Sorry about that!

@disaplays1890 2 года назад

I don't know if I am a fan of it, but darn it's cute!

@carrietreder8474 2 года назад

I definitely appreciate the honest review. I’ve always wondered how a charka worked, and now that itch is scratched. Thank you!

@FiberLoveDiary 2 года назад

It's almost just like a great wheel, only teeny 😂😂

@carrietreder8474 2 года назад

@@FiberLoveDiary 😆

@carrietreder8474 2 года назад

@@FiberLoveDiary omg like jumbo shrimp. 😂 It took waaaaay too long for my brain to burp that up.

@emmasmom60 2 года назад

Very interesting.

@BearsCrochetCritters 2 года назад

Thank you for your honest review. I had seen the 3d printed charkha not too long ago and was interested in it but glad I didn't get any farther. The concept is nifty but it just doesn't seem like it's strong enough. It's just a little too flimsy of a material in my opinion. I like the idea, though. I think it would be cool and more functional if there were a wooden version of the parts in the kit.

@littleSallyJo Год назад

If you add rubber feet on the outside of your box, it will stick to the table top and stay put better while you are spinning!

@karenbroussard2641 2 года назад

Wow this is cool! A nice inexpensive introduction to a charkha to see if you might like it. The charkha I saw was quieter and smoother, but I’ve never tried one.

@FiberLoveDiary 2 года назад

It was interesting!

@m2ym2y99 2 года назад

Very interesting process for spinning cotton! Do you have more info? (Who the creator is, price, etc.) Thanks!

@sarahdzeima5102 2 года назад

You picked up the glue, and I said in my head "good ol E600..." Still psychic :P

@FiberLoveDiary 2 года назад

Because E6000 never fails you!

@sarahdzeima5102 2 года назад

For sure. Top recommendation for adhesive when I worked at Joann's

@Melmaz32 2 года назад

Thank You for reviewing this. I have spun cotton, but not on a charkha. It would be fun to have one. I can see that you need the weight of the metal so it doesn’t move around so much as you turn the larger wheel. I remember that the boxes that they come in are also on the heavy side. But, it was very interesting to see! Have fun!! Hope you have great weather & just cool enough to wear knitted items!! Safe journeys!

@FiberLoveDiary 2 года назад

I'm thinking a really fast wheel would do fine with it based on my experience today.

@KristinMoran 2 года назад

I have a book charka and it is not heavy. It comes with a piece that you put under a foot (if spinning on the floor) to help stabilize it. I put a couple heavy books on that piece when I used it on a table. Mine came with cotton drive bands.

@teacat55 2 года назад

Hahahahha you have one too!!! I’ll send you a photo of what I did on FB! I think I’ll get better when I clamp the base down.

@FiberLoveDiary 2 года назад

I can see how clamping it would help!

@lorikula8227 2 года назад

Great that you are honest always wanted to know how those worked and now I know.. I don't think it us of great interest to me.. love spinning on my wheel. Think I will pass on this project.. thanks Trish

@FiberLoveDiary 2 года назад

Honestly, I'll pass too. It was a lot of fiddling to build my own toy 😂😂

@spincrochetrepeatrcc8961 2 года назад

I would think it may be smoother to turn if the big wheel had some sort of handle? Idk. You reminded me of the little plastic loom I had when I was little. Wish I still had it!

@FiberLoveDiary 2 года назад

I think some of them have handle-ey things. They aren't all flat like this, some stand up and look more like a "spinning wheel".

@paulagrnsy 2 года назад

The spinning part is like the great wheel, popping off the tip. Does the yarn load the same way on a great wheel?

@sterp8 2 года назад

We are such soul sisters. When you said you put the package in the cigar box I bursted out loud. Similar story: my youngest moved out to go to college. I cleaned his room and found the box of cuff links . I put them in the box of his good shoes. He came home to go to his friends wedding and asked me where his cuff links were. 🤔 I forgot. We looked all over then i said did you check your shoe box? Lmao there they were!!

@FiberLoveDiary 2 года назад

Exactly! Eventually I remember where the super smart place I put something was, but it's usually after I look everywhere else first.

@teresac.m.355 2 года назад

Charm has fascinate me, but I doubt Iwould use one very often

@knitspingirlcreations 2 года назад

What a fun gadget! I hold my fibre supply in my right hand. I keep looking at charkas and great wheels and wondering how on earth you're supposed to do that with your non-dominant hand. I'd be all fumble fingers with it! But with this assemble yourself version, you could possibly put it together "backwards." Hmmm...

@KristinMoran 2 года назад

You could put the spindle in pointing in the opposite direction, then everything would be reversed.

@QuzieSuzieQ 2 года назад

Never mind it’s working for me now. Blaming my technical issues on the thundersnow this morning. It’s still snowing outside. We are expecting over 18” where I live today.

@lorim.8136 2 года назад

It’s working for me. Maybe try rebooting and try again 🤷🏼‍♀️

@FiberLoveDiary 2 года назад

I'm not sure what the original problem was, but I"m glad it's working now, especially since you'll be stuck inside due to snow!

@QuzieSuzieQ 2 года назад

@@FiberLoveDiary definitely hoping to be stuck inside right now I am at work though 😂

@tracybarger7822 2 года назад

That was very interesting. But I think I will stick to my wheel

@tinaedwardson2208 2 года назад

Technology is amazing

@katlynkoester 2 года назад

Is the charka only for cotton? It is nice to have an inexpensive option to try out before overinvesting in something you may not like. And it is kind of a novelty, I had never heard of it before, thanks for the review and information!

@FiberLoveDiary 2 года назад

Charkhas are traditionally for cotton, but honestly I can't see why you wouldn't be able to spin anything you want on them.

@genera1013 2 года назад

JillianEve tried one of these out and if I remember correctly she tried wool on it and it worked. I think the main concern is that the charkha provides a lot of twist, which is ideal for cotton as it has shorter fibers. Wool doesn't need as much twist, so it may require some adjustment in how much you spin it.

@FiberLoveDiary 2 года назад

@@genera1013 Also, I wonder if she waited five months to open hers too.

@lorim.8136 2 года назад

I’ve been wondering how those work

@myroslavajacklitsch6039 2 года назад

I am still searching on internet for a fitting box for that...

@sally9123 2 года назад

Until today I’d never heard of a charkha ~ I guess I have never considered spinning cotton. I’m so new to spinning that I’ve only got a spindle (well about 6 spindles) and I’m still experimenting with different animal fibres. So it was really interesting to watch you assemble this complex of wheels and spindle and actually spin a cotton bud. You are amazing. Thanks for the video it was so educational. Loved it

@sharonking7978 2 года назад

I think l totally agree with you. I don't think l would be interested in using a charks.

@sadiesspincraft6319 2 года назад

Have you ever watched land of the lost the name charkha sounds like the ape man's name in that film hahahahaha so sorry but had to share this thought with you and the world hahah x

@m2ym2y99 2 года назад

Lol, I think his name was Chakha

@sadiesspincraft6319 2 года назад

@@m2ym2y99 it was but whenever she said the name I heard chaka lol x