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Handspindles

Norsk Fjord | Bosworth | Ashford | Norsk Fjord

Nordic and Mini Nordic spindles

Nordic spindle $36 Adapted from the work of a Norwegian fiber anthropologist. A very versatile spindle, capable of producing fine fingering to bulky yarn. Precise engineering and hand-crafted quality have created a spindle that has to be tried to be appreciated! The spindle has a 15-inch poplar shaft and a 4-inch diameter walnut whorl. Weighs 1.6 oz. Spindle dismantles for travel. Mini Nordic spindle $28.50 0.6 oz version of the Nordic, a wonderful weight for merino and other fine fibers. 10" poplar shaft and 3" diameter walnut whorl that detaches for travel.

Hand-turned high whorl cherry lap spindle Designed by Priscilla Gibson-Roberts. This spindle is a dream to spin on! You can sit or stand while spinning. The shaft unscrews for portability. The shaft is 14" and the entire spindle weighs about 3 oz. Plying Whorl for Cherry Lap Spindle (not pictured) THIS ITEM IS CURRENTLY IN STOCK, CLICK HERE TO ORER FROM THE NEW SHOPPING CART SYSTEM!

Cherry lap spindle

Valkyrie Turkish spindle

Valkyrie Turkish drop spindle. Beautifully balanced, it winds your ball as you wrap the yarn onto the spindle. Available in maple, cherry, or walnut. (Sorry this product is no longer available, we strongly recommend the ASHFORD TURKISH DROP SPINDLE listed on our new site, click here)

Bosworth handspindles

These popular, well-balanced spindles are handmade from exotic hardwoods. The perfectly placed notch in the whorl secures the yarn quickly, and the hooks are superb.

Maxi: The large whorls (3" on a 10 1/2" shaft) range in weight from about 1.5-2.25 oz. $48 (Call for price on Tulip Wood)

Midi: The medium whorls (2.5" on a 9" shaft) range in weight from about 1.2-1.4 oz. $42 (Call for price on Tulip Wood)

Mini/Featherweight: The small whorls (2" on a 7 1/2" shaft) range in weight from about 0.4-1.1 oz $33 (Call for price on Tulip Wood)

Ashford handspindles