Myself:
I started spinning on August 4th, 2008, and haven’t stopped since. Unless you count brief interludes for eating and sleeping. (Funny how those things get in the way, isn’t it?) Prior to spinning I quilted, beaded, crocheted, tatted, and wrote novels. I’m sure I’ll do those things again eventually, but for now I have more fiber in my closet!
My Wheel:
A double-drive, Saxony style wheel. Currently covered in the remains of a faux finish. (We got it from an antiques dealer.) A bit creaky and wobbly, but it gets the job done. And has a lot of character.
My Spindles:
A large bottom whorl, unfinished wood. I don’t know its weight because it is currently full of yarn, but as soon as it gets emptied I shall weigh it.
A smaller, top or bottom whorl, also unfinished wood. It’s served me well from the beginning.
-and it now has a twin!
The Big One:
An antique Great Wheel, also known as a Walking Wheel. It stands roughly five feet tall by five feet long and has been demanding my time, fiber, love, and attention ever since it came into the house.
This is a good beginning:) Why do I keep expecting to see a horse with a costumed character ride suddenly through the serene landscape!!!!!!
Your personality shows through, which is a good thing!
Love you lots!
I agree with Aunt Debbie. Your personality shows through, and I was excited to read every word!
This site is very interesting, Rebekah. Thank you for sharing it with us. Who knows? Maybe even I will be able to understand what a “whorl” is after reading more of your blog. ; )
I love the photo at the top of the page. It’s beautiful! It would make a lovely photograph to mat and frame. And seeing a horse running through it would make it all the more interesting. Don’t you think???
I see a sweet young woman in a long gown coming down to the water to do …what? Laundry? Get water for her home? Maybe the horse could carry a gorgeous young man to woo her? The possibilities are endless!
Well, I really liked the original banner, but I have now switched it out for one that matches the site’s content better.