{"title":"Hand Spindles","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section__block reading-width--inline md-down:px-gutter rte mr-auto\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"page-heading\"\u003eSpindles\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA spindle is a straight rod, typically wooden, that is designed to twist, or spin, fiber into yarn.  Some spindles are weighted at the top, middle or bottom of the rod by a whorl.  Whorls are typically round and come in a variety of configurations and materials.  On spindles with a whorl, there is usually a hook and\/or notch to help guide the yarn.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypes of Spindles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTop Whorl – These spindles are configured with the whorl at the top.  Ideal for learning to spin with the \"park and draft\" method, these spindles can spin any yarn.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBottom Whorl – These spindles are designed with the whorl at the bottom.  Turkish spindles fall into this category, but use two cross spars, rather than a whorl, to weight the spindle.   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"schacht-drop-spindles","title":"Schacht Hi-Lo Drop Spindles","description":"Hand Spindles\u003cbr\u003eor beginning spinners and spinners on the go, our hand spindles are balanced, affordable, and pleasing to the eye. Our hi-lo spindles can be used as either a high-whorl or low-whorl spindle. We offer 3 sizes. The 3\" and 4\" are good for teaching and for heavier-weight yarns. The 2\", weighing just 1.1 ounces, is ideal for fine spinning.","brand":"Mohair \u0026 More","offers":[{"title":"2\" Hi Lo Spindle (1.1 oz)","offer_id":21786751828051,"sku":"SS-WS6407","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3\" Hi Lo Spindle (2.2 oz)","offer_id":21786753237075,"sku":"SS-WS6405","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4\" Hi Lo Spindle (3 oz)","offer_id":21786753269843,"sku":"SS-WS6406","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1914\/9621\/products\/schacht-hi-lo-drop-spindles-mohair-and-more-1.jpg?v=1670484898"},{"product_id":"kromski-drop-spindles","title":"Kromski Drop Spindles","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eTop whorl spindles are excellent for beginners and for general purpose spindle spinning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eAvailable in walnut, clear, mahogany and unfinished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWeight is 3oz.\u003cbr\u003eLength is 12 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew colors added. Which one will you choose?\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kromski","offers":[{"title":"Walnut","offer_id":44329664610541,"sku":"KM-014.3","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Mahogany","offer_id":44329708650733,"sku":"KM-014.4","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Clear","offer_id":44329664643309,"sku":"KM-014.2","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Unfinished","offer_id":44329664676077,"sku":"KM-014.1","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black","offer_id":44329684566253,"sku":"KM-014.001","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Grey","offer_id":44329684599021,"sku":"KM-014.002","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"White","offer_id":44329742401773,"sku":"KM-014.003","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Pink Light","offer_id":44329684631789,"sku":"KM-014.004","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Coral","offer_id":44329684664557,"sku":"KM-014.005","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Purple","offer_id":44329684697325,"sku":"KM-014.006","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Blue Light","offer_id":44329684730093,"sku":"KM-014.007","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Teal","offer_id":44329684762861,"sku":"KM-014.008","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Aqua","offer_id":44329684795629,"sku":"KM-014.009","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Mint","offer_id":44329684828397,"sku":"KM-014.010","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Orange","offer_id":44329742434541,"sku":"KM-014.011","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Lavender","offer_id":44329742467309,"sku":"KM-014.012","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1914\/9621\/files\/Kromski-drop-spindle-768x845.png?v=1698029035"},{"product_id":"ashford-drop-spindles","title":"Ashford Drop Spindles","description":"\u003cp\u003eHand Spindles\u003cbr\u003eor beginning spinners and spinners on the go, our hand spindles are balanced, affordable, and pleasing to the eye. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpinners have been crafting yarn with drop spindles for thousands of years, and Ashford offers a wonderful portable option to continue this tradition. Choose from a variety of styles, each made from durable Silver beech hardwood and finished with a smooth lacquer for lasting quality and a smooth hand feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake wherever you go\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAffordable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid Silver Beech Hardwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA variety of sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ashford","offers":[{"title":"50mm (2in) 15g (1\/2oz)","offer_id":50655021072621,"sku":"ASH-TWS5","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"60mm (2 3\/8in) 20g (3\/4 oz)","offer_id":50654955503853,"sku":"ASH-TWS6","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"70mm (2 3\/4in) 35g (1 1\/4oz)","offer_id":50654955536621,"sku":"ASH-TWS7","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"80mm (3 1\/8in) 50g (1 3\/4oz)","offer_id":50654955569389,"sku":"ASH-TWS8","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"90mm (3 1\/2in) 80g (2 3\/4oz)","offer_id":50655055806701,"sku":"ASH-TWS9","price":33.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1914\/9621\/files\/DSC.jpg?v=1788973388"},{"product_id":"ashford-classic-drop-spindle","title":"Ashford Classic Drop Spindle","description":"\u003cp\u003eHand Spindles\u003cbr\u003eor beginning spinners and spinners on the go, our hand spindles are balanced, affordable, and pleasing to the eye. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo portable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpinners have been creating yarn with drop spindles for millennia and we have a wide range of styles from which to choose. 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