Using Medieval Spindles to Ply Historically Inspired Yarn

I love spinning yarn with medieval spindles but struggle to ply from them. So, I investigated what tools medieval people used to ply yarn.

Recreating Historic European Spindle Spinning

Spindle Spinning - the Medieval Way. - Girls Own Store

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Drop spindle hi-res stock photography and images - Alamy

Using Medieval Spindles to Ply Historically Inspired Yarn – Jillian Eve

How did common peasants/non-rich people make clothing in the ancient, medieval, and early modern world? How common was it for them to have a spinning wheel? - Quora

How vibrant were dyes in Europe during the Middle Ages? Would fabric have been as colorful as modern clothing? - Quora

Historical Textiles Archives – Jillian Eve

How to Make DIY Spindle Whorls from Polymer Clay – Jillian Eve

Medieval Hand Spindle Preparation

Historical Textiles Archives – Jillian Eve

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Spindle Spinning - the Medieval Way. - Girls Own Store