Just a small update on my progress on using my handspun for my lace shawl
pattern: Free pattern here.
Not a very good photo, but you get the general idea.
House slippers done.
And of course I have help:
And more magnets, tee hee.....
When I made the decision to buy a Kick spindle I could find very little info on it, anywhere. Below is what I gathered, bought and my experience with mine. I could only find two being marketed, since I purchased mine I have found a third. Below is my views on the Kick spindle I purchased (Little Meggie from Heavenly Handspinning), and some info on all of the other Kick Spindles that I could locate. Links and costs are included. Review: Things I like about my Kick Spindle. 1. Long spin time, I like the addition of the ball bearing. 2. Leaves both hands free to draft 3. It's my "wheel" 4. I like using my foot, I am moving around and don't get stiff from one position. It's a very "active" type, rhythmic motion. 5. You can actually stand and use it also. 6. Great price point. 7. I have never spun on a wheel and when I sat down at one the first time, I could actually spin (some) I think this action of foot/hand coordination helped. 8.
I love the colors of the shawl. And thanks for the link to the pattern.
ReplyDeleteThat is my favorite slipper pattern, except I like a cuff on mine so I pick up stitches and knit a ribbed cuff.
Vicki,
ReplyDeleteYour shawl is going to be so pretty when it's finished.
The house slippers are totally cool!
ReplyDeleteIt's nice to see your helper. He looks very sweet.
The shawl is lovely vicki and your helper is sure better than a cat! They seem to like to play with the yarn. lol. you are soooo productive. I was reading your other post about dry spots. I seem to be in one all the time!
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