[Jacob-list] spinning

[Linda]

I tried out one of my student's double treadle Kromski Sonata last week. 
I really liked it as a beginner wheel - nicely balanced and not "fussy" 
to adjust. If you didn't need a folding wheel, you are paying extra for 
that feature, though. I currently have a Kromski Polonaise (and one of 
those ugly pvc electric spinners) and it can be a little fussy to adjust 
until you get a feel for it.

If you're talking drum carders, I've had two Patrick Greens and loved 
them both, but there are many excellent carders out there now. It's 
mostly a matter of finding one that handles the type of wool you want to 
card. Jacob is a really easy fiber to work with. I can't really think of 
any carder that couldn't do a good job on Jacob with the proper cloth.

Linda



Paul Sisk wrote:

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>

>     I was wondering which/what type spinning wheel would you seasoned

>     spinners reccomend for a total beginner. And while we are on the

>     subject which carders are preferred by you veterans as well.

>      

>     Thanks

>     Paul

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