Beginner Spinning Longdraw - Woollen Spinning 5 Tips and Tricks!

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3 жыл бұрын

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I have had SO many questions and comments from you all during the breed study videos and Q&A videos, so here we are! These are some important factors, tips and tricks and will help you master longdraw spinning! I know you can do this if you practice. There really aren't any hacks or shortcuts. You have to practice, so let's go!
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@melissamartin6223 3 жыл бұрын

After years of long draw being the bane of my existence; the one thing that I did that finally “clicked” for me was not being afraid to pull against the spinning wheel, I was so used to giving the wheel fiber with every other way I spun, once I completely let go off my right hand (I’m a lefty) and with one hand drafted the fiber against the wheel without being supported I finally got it. Hope that helps someone.

@MelanieMcKenna Жыл бұрын

I really respect someone that admits they area NOT an expert, they are "just giving tips". Thanks for the confidence to say you aren't perfect, nobody is.

@sylvanwoods5271 3 жыл бұрын

I love how you encourage everyone to embrace the craft and be comfortable with doing things in a way that works for them. It seems so gentle and nurturing and at the same time builds enthusiasm. Thank you so much for the video. 💐

@FiberLoveDiary 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@colleenharlan6519 3 жыл бұрын

So nice to have this process explained, and then followed by "if you get yarn you're happy with, you're doing it right."

@FiberLoveDiary 3 жыл бұрын

It should really get said more.

@christinedeal8394 2 жыл бұрын

I am 80 and have been spinning so long that I turned round recently and found that women are too busy earning and it's a dying art! There's a pun!! I loved watching you and you DO know what you are doing. Keep going or we'll lose the Knack. Chrissy from Limerick Ireland.

@FiberLoveDiary 2 жыл бұрын

Oh Chrissy, you made my day. Thank you!

@alisonhenry820 3 жыл бұрын

First line is me to a T lol, "I'm all over the place" lmao thanks for being you Trish, for being honest, and for sharing your fibre love diary with us ❤🧶🐑

@WistfulCreative 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Trish, I think your tips are always helpful. Especially, not to be intimidated to try something new, because you think it won't be perfect. It won't. Many people give up too soon and put so much pressure on themselves, they forget to enjoy the learning process.

@KathySzente 29 күн бұрын

What an inspirational video! Thank-you for the tips & tricks. I've spun for over 30 years and have started spinning long draw using your suggestions! Thanks much! Katt

@MrMichaelxo 4 ай бұрын

Love your videos! I’m new and your positive reinforcement of trying things makes me want to try . I was just playing with some acrylic fiber and to my surprise I have been using the long draw and didn’t know it.. 😂. The acrylic fiber has such a long staple length and is so easy to work with and cheap to practice techniques. Looking forward to more of your videos! ❤

@gerardschubert9347 29 күн бұрын

What an awesome tutorial! I loved it when you played part of it in long draw! Thank-you so much! Katt

@disneyknitter7040 Жыл бұрын

really like the yellow batt you made.. Sooo pretty

@Karla-yz4qd 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this tip!! I am Spinning Long Draw with you and it really helped makes things """Click"" Woo-hoo!!!😉🙂😃🙃

@plansandprocrastination 3 жыл бұрын

whoot! great demo!!.............and it goes so much faster than the inchworm :)

@helenbrown6612 3 жыл бұрын

I love longdraw, totally speeds things up...but I have to take much more care in fibre prep and carding (unless I want bumps 😂) I tweak the tension to pull the wool a little tiny bit more so I can use the wheel to pull against, I've found that long draw is SO much easier on my wrists. Spinning a sweaters worth of yarn and knitting said sweater makes me nerves get a bit zingy! Thanks Trish, I LOVE how humble and encouraging you are. I wish there was someone like u around 25 years ago when i started spinning...literally antique wheel, a book and a bucket load of determination!

@FiberLoveDiary 3 жыл бұрын

I leanred to spin with an antique wheel, KZfaq, books and a bucket load of determination, so i really understand 😂😂

@decadentbelle 2 жыл бұрын

You are a delight. I love your kind and encouraging approach. I can't wait to try long draw!

@FiberLoveDiary 2 жыл бұрын

Aww, thank you so much. I aim to encourage! ❤️❤️

@craftyashleyg 3 жыл бұрын

I did it! I have wanting to do long draw FOREVER! And thanks to you I stopped overthinking it, grabbed the same purple fiber you had and just jumped it. And you know what I did it! I made woolen spun yarn! Thank you for the push!

@FiberLoveDiary 3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful!

@Bobbieliz 3 жыл бұрын

This video helped me complete my long draw, and now, by gum, I've got it. Thank you for good demo. (But so relaxing to watch you doing the long draw for several minutes, I nodded off for a few seconds. Must add, not from boredom.) :)

@FiberLoveDiary 3 жыл бұрын

I have been told SO many times that it's relaxing to watch people spin, so I get it! I'm so glad it helped you!

@jujuridl 3 жыл бұрын

I am trying!!! I made the world’s uggggglyfuggliest roving and did it! Achieved yarn! Not yarn I want, but definitely yarn!!!

@FiberLoveDiary 3 жыл бұрын

That's great! Now it's just refinedment time!

@73lmargaret 3 жыл бұрын

Always love your videos! Thank you for the information!!

@katerinakemble4861 2 жыл бұрын

I love the way you explain things! Gives me confidence to get in there and try 😊

@beckyshook3526 3 жыл бұрын

I learn more things from your videos you are a great teacher

@AuraHazeFarm 2 жыл бұрын

This is the most helpful tutorial ever 💖

@FiberLoveDiary 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@michelezunker5029 3 жыл бұрын

I always learn something from you. Keep on posting the videos! I appreciate it.

@Jess21097 3 жыл бұрын

This helps me souch new to spinning on a wheel just purchased my first wheel and am in love

@FiberLoveDiary 3 жыл бұрын

Great to hear!

@jmdes8 3 жыл бұрын

This was SO helpful Trish!! You stress the fiber prep for excellent reasons, I think I was trying and failing to do longdraw because I was using Combed TOP, and it was too tight and refused to flow nicely. This is so key, to make sure your fiber is LOOSE and AIRY, and not have a "deathgrip" on it. That is another of my biggest habits. LOOSE and AIRY, LOOSE and AIRY, and voila, it works ! Happy spinning !

@FiberLoveDiary 3 жыл бұрын

The deathgrip is SUPER common. A lot of beginning spinners do it and then find it hard to give up as they gain more experience.

@artistirmafeliciarodriguez7752 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Trish, Thanks for sharing, Love watching your videos and Learning new stuff, Hugsss

@FiberLoveDiary 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@karenlindstrom516 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this. I’ve been thinking of trying to learn long draw. I’m a new spinner and feel fairly confident with short forward draw, now onward to the next lesson! Thanks again.

@loisefird881 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for a great tutorial! I now understand

@juanitasmith6157 2 жыл бұрын

Another great video. I love your beginner videos for spinners.

@jeaniefenner3386 Жыл бұрын

Love your videos ❤ especially using the drum carder, and seeing your blends ❤❤❤

@t.williams9849 3 жыл бұрын

Will definitely look back on this video when I wish to try long draw. When I get a spinning wheel

@fiberbynature 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing! Super helpful!

@christiesteckelberg8366 Жыл бұрын

Thanks I’ve been afraid to try long draw but now am going to try it!

@karenbroussard2641 3 жыл бұрын

I tried long draw and really like it! Thanks for the explanation of woolen versus worsted! I think I understand now how they’re different.

@FiberLoveDiary 3 жыл бұрын

Great to hear!

@havetardiswilltimetravel 3 жыл бұрын

Oh, I'm so excited to learn this!

@rockinrobin1975 3 жыл бұрын

I love your videos! Love your tips!

@sarahdzeima5102 3 жыл бұрын

Love your demo/tutorials!

@Lolaandme1229 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you your wonderful positive attitude ! I always learn something new from your videos.

@lorim.8136 3 жыл бұрын

Great info 😃

@LDSVenus 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for showing the long draw, I’ve always been afraid of the twist just going up and grabbing all the fiber at the top and jamming up. I will make sure to de-compact the fiber and give it a try, the worst that can happen is it doesn’t work this time, there is still another try to go. As I always tell my grand children when they fail at something and it upsets them, it’s ok, it’s how we learn and no one died.

@melaniereising5661 3 жыл бұрын

So cool! I’m working on it!

@youngbloodsuz 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you..I’ve tried without much success..but I didn’t know I was supposed to spin fast..which is probably why my singles fell apart! I will try again 👍 Suzette

@FiberLoveDiary 3 жыл бұрын

You can do it!

@categ50 3 жыл бұрын

Love the yellow! Very springy.....

@annieoftheblack5307 3 жыл бұрын

I so needed this! Thank u!

@CloTricots 3 жыл бұрын

Longdraw is so much fun when you just let go of the control and embrace it!

@pennygonzalez8772 3 жыл бұрын

OMG thank you, Trish!!!!

@jenburroughs7306 3 жыл бұрын

Love spinning long draw, thanks for the great tips

@avalontampsett5023 3 жыл бұрын

That’s a great help,thank you.

@Berksroof 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Trish! You are such an inspiration!

@karenr2874 3 жыл бұрын

I know you say you are not an expert but you are very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. if you were teaching a class in my area, I would sign up in a second!

@FiberLoveDiary 3 жыл бұрын

That is so nice! I struggle feeling like teaching is not my calling, so I am SO GLAD when I share my methods here and people get something out of them.

@kathymikulin9006 3 жыл бұрын

Nice technical explaination.

@TRaceTK 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Trish for another great video!

@feltlikeitbydebs 8 ай бұрын

Hey Trish you may describe yourself as 'not professional...but you are definitely inspiring. Debs from Down Under. 🧶🐑❤️🐏☕️

@iknit8b707 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Trish, Thanks for the informative video. Can’t wait to try this

@bonniemcgee6648 3 жыл бұрын

You make it look so easy, thank you so much.

@ashleyb2083 3 жыл бұрын

I tried longdraw for the first time on that same carded corriedale. I for some reason never thought I'd like woollen spun yarns, but I immediately fell in love with the fluffy airy stuff I made. I bought so much of that carded corriedale in the other colors! Next step is trying to spin batts!

@FiberLoveDiary 3 жыл бұрын

I think the breed study I'm working on has helped me realize that those ideas I get in my head can be SO wrong sometimes! 😂 I'm thinking I'll be buying some of that Corriedale from PF soon!

@kcshawart 3 жыл бұрын

Robing😍. Just finished dinner kind of tired lotta dishes in the sink kind of escaping to my little studio I was so glad to see your video thanks for posting for us for Easter yes.(ha ha my big dog was barking when he heard your voice on the phone and his bark was translated to yes by Siri)Happy Easter

@creativitybytrisha6819 3 жыл бұрын

This is all great information! Thank you for sharing!

@Woolmouse Жыл бұрын

Awesome video and you have so many thank you so much!

@Ahlathein 3 жыл бұрын

Great tips! Thanks!

@FiberLoveDiary 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@amym5926 3 жыл бұрын

Love the definitions here. Someday I’d love to try a pendulum wheel as an intense long draw exercise; it’s got to be crazy/freeing to be so hands-off with the drafting.

@jessicawright1656 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Trish! I might have to give long draw a try again. I love your honesty in your videos. Thanks to your weaving videos I've got towels on my loom right now.

@catmaaske1908 3 жыл бұрын

Found out our local library has a spinning wheel for people like me who want to try spinning before buying a wheel. How cool is that!

@FiberLoveDiary 3 жыл бұрын

Super cool! I've never heard of that before.

@melindaclark9806 3 жыл бұрын

Longdraw makes such a fun yarn!

@dawanariley4183 3 жыл бұрын

Lol 😂 I guess I’m on very very long journey. My spinning is ruff Long draw I want to learn Yes, I bought fleece, drying and want drum carder because of you. Lol I’m in the rabbit hole. Oh by the way I love ❤️ Sherry Wonderful lady.

@brandymillard7386 3 жыл бұрын

One tip I learned from the experienced spinners in my guild, pay attention to your shoulder. It is best if you sit where you arm can swing behind you in a relaxed motion just like when your arms move when you walk. You want to be careful not to lift your shoulder or twist your body because you will tire easily and could become sore. Love your enthusiasm and I love trying all the things too.

@FiberLoveDiary 3 жыл бұрын

Good tip!

@megwickenden5854 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks trish! You made my day

@FiberLoveDiary 3 жыл бұрын

Aw, thank you so much!

@lienenoradotsevi4116 3 жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed this video, love it when you share your tips and tricks!

@wildcottageknitting 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the encouragement 🤗

@FiberLoveDiary 3 жыл бұрын

Any time!

@brendabacon1613 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Trish. This helps so much. You’re amazing and I appreciate you taking the time to teach us. ☺️💜

@redmonika10 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for explaining! I so want to try spinning soon.

@FiberLoveDiary 3 жыл бұрын

Go for it!

@debohare674 Жыл бұрын

I did it! Doesn’t look great but I managed my first long draw.

@kathycostello4104 11 ай бұрын

As always, Trish, You provide the needed information as I continue on my fiber journey. I look for you first, whenever I need to try something new, like weaving. Or, in this case, come back and improve something I am not great at. And your encouragement is always a joy. Love the big fluffy cat, in the back, BTW.

@sadiesspincraft6319 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video trish I struggle with long draw so this helped alot thank you xx

@melanieo15 3 жыл бұрын

This was such a fun way to learn a new way of spinning! I can’t wait to try it out. 😊

@Kivvrin 3 жыл бұрын

I love how you slow down and really explain your tips and tricks! ❤❤

@FiberLoveDiary 3 жыл бұрын

I think for some people, it helps to know WHY you are doing certain things. I'm that way. I can remember better if you explain why I'm doing something.

@k80bhappypaddler 3 жыл бұрын

long draw is the first way i learned to spin as my gifted old traditional wheel spins a lot more than it takes up the yarn. it works beautifully

@sheenargh 3 жыл бұрын

I’m definitely feeling more encouraged to get practicing long draw!

@IG88isevil 3 жыл бұрын

Longdraw is magic!.....it’s like making mozzarella....✂️🧶🪄

@sally9123 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. First time I have really understood what long draw actually means. Very helpful.

@FiberLoveDiary 3 жыл бұрын

Great to hear!

@dananellums2845 3 жыл бұрын

Very informative video. Thank you.

@FiberLoveDiary 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@suewinn4426 Жыл бұрын

the yarns were beautiful and your instruction is clear. I only found you just over a week ago so I have a lot to learn. It is so good to have you share you work. When I have decided on my Wheel I will have you on my laptop at my side. thanks for helping change my fear to excitment . i am watching and learning your videos they are great. sue

@chileanchinch 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the inspiration. It does feel a bit scary to try but I'll give it a shot.

@jenniferbrighty5120 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Trish, hope you're OK. You're like a breath of fresh air. The way you explain everything is so good. I've seen the long draw done on Drop Spindles but hadn't really understood the 2 differences. So a huge thankyou for doing this & the explanations. Hope you had a great birthday yesterday.!! Take care & stay safe. Love Jen 💘xx

@FiberLoveDiary 3 жыл бұрын

That's so nice, thank you. We are wonderful!

@jenniferbrighty5120 3 жыл бұрын

@@FiberLoveDiary Hi Trish, you're welcome. I'm glad you're wonderful, coz i think you are too. Take care & stay safe 💘 Jen xx

@lorrainebinskin2990 3 жыл бұрын

I learn so much from you, wish you lived next door.

@hildeaareskjold8070 3 жыл бұрын

These tips videos are the best! I always learn something new and helpful from you 😊

@FiberLoveDiary 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!

@dmbrown240 3 жыл бұрын

One day I’ll try this. 💕

@michelleb1539 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this- fluffing out the roving is such a good tip. I am having zero luck using combed top. I’m going to take a deep breath and give the roving a try!

@FiberLoveDiary 3 жыл бұрын

You can do it!

@rmac8737 3 жыл бұрын

So looking forward to giving this a go.....once I find THE wheel!! Thanks Trish x

@FiberLoveDiary 3 жыл бұрын

You can do it!

@shel722 3 жыл бұрын

I feel like I have been asking a million questions about spinning because I know basically nothing. The woolen/worsted explanation was great! The whole video was actually really interesting and I love learning the technical stuff. There is a lot of stuff going on though so I can see why you were all over the place in the intro.

@FiberLoveDiary 3 жыл бұрын

It's very tough for me, because I am not a technical spinner at all. It makes me so happy to hear that I made sense, because it is so intuitive for me now.

@spincrochetrepeatrcc8961 3 жыл бұрын

Another wonderful lesson! I'm seeing now that I will likely need a carder for the Finn fleece i mentioned to you a few weeks ago(haven't forgotten about your offer to look at it just haven't had time). I'm understanding much more about combed vs carded now! Thanks!

@seekingtoremain 3 жыл бұрын

Excited to go spin more! I’m trying to learn drafting well , still a struggle, on my drop spindle while I figure out my wheel situation

@carrietreder8474 3 жыл бұрын

Long draw looks like it could be so zen. Thank you for showing us how to do it!

@FiberLoveDiary 3 жыл бұрын

It is eventually, but at first, definitely no zen in the house.

@carrietreder8474 3 жыл бұрын

😆

@karendezwart5493 3 жыл бұрын

good to know, thanks

@pegz.3959 9 ай бұрын

Nice!!!!

@anneschlehlein 3 жыл бұрын

Trish, what a great job in explaining between the difference between long draw and short draw spinning. Have been spinning along time since 2009 and I am always challenging myself trying new ways of spinning. My tip is to newbies just keep trying new ways of spinning and don't forget to enjoy the process. Everyone's fiber looks different , so don't be to hard on yourself.

@FiberLoveDiary 3 жыл бұрын

Great tips!

@gerryivkovich1857 3 жыл бұрын

This was so helpful, especially about the term roving. I am glad to know that this works well on short fibers. The next time I blend with my carder I will try a long draw. I have been spinning for 12 years and have never done a long draw!

@taniamitchell604 3 жыл бұрын

I'll give "real" longdraw another go. What I'm doing atm is kinda weird to other people, I never truly let go of the fibre with my front hand

@alisonhenry820 3 жыл бұрын

I've heard that sort of technique referred to as supported long draw, and it's my way of doing long draw for now as well. I can't wait to keep practicing and eventually we'll get there 🤗

@teresayoung4145 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for all of the videos you do. I tried long draw with my Charolais rolags. I posted the finished yarn on your breed study # . I got a fluffy worsted weight yarn that will make a great hat.