First Spin on the Electric Spinning Wheel!

[@eddavanleemputten9232]

Welcome to the rabbit hole of spinning! And welcome to the hypnotic relaxation of a softly whirring spinning wheel, the rhythmic action of drafting fibre, its softness beneath your fingers providing comfort while you see the bobbin fill up. I started spinning a year ago and within three months I knew my spindles weren’t enough. I bought the small version of the spinning wheel you have (the Nano2) and this Summer I bought its bigger sibling. I’ve processed a raw sheep’s fleece and am now working myself through a raw alpaca fleece, pacing myself consciously because I don’t have a lot of room. Spinning is the perfect way to wind down. Can’t sleep? Spin for a bit. Anxious? Spin for a bit. Just don’t spin while angry… unless you want art yarn that goes everywhere and is absolutely crazy. And working up your own handspun yarn is fabulous. Soon you’ll be customising your spins for specific projects and it’ll be such a kick! Spin happy!

[@wycohibito]

I have the 6.0. and I love spinning. It's so relaxing. Enjoy the new rabbit hole.

[@christielamb2894]

Omgosh! That spinning looks like so much fun! It probably wouldn't be too cost effective for me though because I really have been into working with fingering weight yarn and knitting socks lately. I get distracted and drawn to many different crafts too so I've been trying to curb that habit so I can get more projects actually finished. I love your creative adventures, Kayla. You are so much fun to hang out and stitch with! ✌️💜🧶🎃

[@ASquareGranny]

You look so happy!!! I’m here for it! ☺️🫶🏻🧶🧡🧙🏻

[@holleysmith1342]

The Endless - what a head trip. My friend and I saw it at the theatre and were still talking about it days later.

[@91freckles]

LOVE LOVE LOVE Vampire Knitting Club!

[@gingerfoxx1476]

I've only just recently taken an interest in spinning. I've been shopping around for drop spindles, and while I'm not quite ready to jump down that rabbit hole just yet, I think that moment is coming. It'll be some time before I decide if spinning is for me, with many baby steps along the way, but your experimentation with this new electric spinner is still inspiring to me. Wishing you a good night of sleep soon. Insomnia is awful. 🧡

[@stayshaE]

You are so talented . Thank you for sharing. ❤

[@rrbey3635]

You're really beautiful with your natural look. Much love keep on creating.

[@Dorkyshelbs]

So proud of your spinning work! I hope you get some good quality restful sleep soon. You’re truly so amazing to hang out with

[@Mini_Mal_1]

Hi Kayla, (MiniMal here)I highly recommend Gritty Knits for fiber. Natasha is a master at dying fiber and her colors are amazing.

[@bethknapp4935]

So cool!!! I can't wait to see it worked up! I hate having racing thoughts and anxiety at night, I think we're just excited for the change of seasons and all of the things we want to do, we get overwhelmed, and we can't sleep. I hope you have a better night tonight , with some restful thoughts and a good nights sleep. Sending you a big hug! 💜

[@Teerae11]

Kudos to you for trying this !! Not for me 😊, but was curious about the process of it and the set up , so thanks for that curiosity done ✅ on that lol , glad it soothes you 😊 we all need to try different things that calm us !! Nice work !!

[@lawrellcoupland6052]

LOVE the cozy mystery book series.

[@reishana]

I ordered an e-spinner from the yarn truck this morning because of you. I have mostly done drop spindle and was looking for an affordable e-spinner. Anyway you should check out Boss Kitty's Floof which is BFL which is great for beginners. And Super Floof is a dreamy blend of merino and silk.

[@demiefraggle]

Agree BFL is a good fiber to start on.

[@AltKnots]

Congrats on the new e-spinner! I’m loving it so much more than drop spindle right now. You’re so right the BFL has been easy to work with🎃

[@californiacapybara]

I love Dreaming Robots. Maurice makes great espinners. Glad you got one of them!

[@raesyarnaddiction]

I LOVE Spinning!! 🖤 It has taken over my life!! 💯 I do need to work on something else…. But yeahhhhhhh 🧟‍♀️ Spin with usssssss…. Spin with us……. 🖤

[@raesyarnaddiction]

Don’t use all 6! Fill 2 then you can use a third to ply onto it. 🤔 Or you could do a chain ⛓️‍💥 ply and then you would only need two bobbins! 🧵

[@raesyarnaddiction]

Also Ply Guild app has tons of awesome teachers and EVERYTHING you need to know about spinning. But it’s totally fun to just play around and figure it out yourself!

[@kelciebormann8537]

I’m currently making a C2C blanket with the Caron Anniversary Cake in the color pebbled path! For me it was an unexpected color way that I love! It also works up incredibly fast. Thanks for all the Inspo and videos you share! I look forward to them each day! 😊

[@melissatitus2271]

Kayla the Vampire Knitting Club has a spin-off in Cornwall! Agnes and Sylvia move down there and Lucy’s bestie is running that knitting shop. There’s a coffee shop around the corner, raven familiars and Cornish pirates. There’s only the first one out right now but the second is coming before the end of the year.

[@NurseAngie0]

Oh boy! I'll have to remember that!

[@MarinaMandarinaWoolyWorld]

Gosh! You just listed all my favourite books, and now all I want to do is knit/crochet and listen for the next book 😂 and I was planning to spend my day watching yarnie podcasts 😂 books it is then. Love your c2c birch blanket, this pattern looks amazing in big bulky yarn! ❤

[@karis2241]

The blanket makes me think of toasted marshmallows ! 🥰 I hope you get some rest soon. 🎃🖤

[@madmeginabox]

This totally has to be a sign! I got an old fashioned spinning wheel for christmas last year, and I have been on the struggle bus to hell with the damn thing. Every problem I manage to solve only uncovers another thing I've been doing wrong or didn't set up right, stopping me from getting it to work correctly. I've threatened multiple times recently to just sell the thing for an electric one, and seeing you do pretty freakin amazing on your first tries? I'm pretty much convinced! 😅

[@AltKnots]

I totally get that struggle! Felt the same way with drop spindle and never was able to fully get into the swing of it. This little machine has been much easier to get into. Just waiting on some of my fiber to show up so I can spin even more.🎃

[@Ms.SpookyNerd]

What a cool machine

[@caylarivera2804]

I have the mini version of that e spinner and it was a great beginner one. A little bit of trouble shooting with the tension and stuff, but super affordable and fun! Love that you're loving starting spinning as a new craft. It always feels so magical to me to spin, like I'm pulling yarn out of thin air lol!

[@crybaby_usagi]

Love your cats name!!!😊 So strange to hear my name in the wild, I had to rewind to make sure I heard it correctly lol!!

[@darkdest6664]

I love your espinner! Honestly iv always made mynown roving using yarn scraps and 2 clean dog brushes from dollar tree. Cant get myself to use my hand spun yarn yet. I had a drop spindle but it was stolen so iv made one using a pencil, dense Foam, a paperclip, and ductape and shes held up and its been 4 years! 😂😂 been lathargic all day. Lazy day for me! ❤

[@kianamitchell5601]

Wow didn’t think I would see u spinning but hey why not can’t wait to see what kind of yarn you’ll make!!

[@AltKnots]

I didn’t know this was going to be the year either😅

[@lindaarchinal9008]

Congrats on spinning !!! Love the blanket! I have pebbles and making hexi cardigan for a 7 yr old girl it looks fantastic - yes on Vampire knitting club. My husband asked me how hard would it be to learn to knit 😂…❤

[@shaysweet6235]

You have no idea what kind of rabbit hole you are going to dive into. I started with an Espinner, now I have 2 traditional spinners. Along with tons of fiber, tons of fiber spun and no time to stop and dye it!!!! Lol Enjoy the spin!

[@carsonfeddersen9705]

As you go it gets better

[@sandrawungluck9959]

Luv the blanket

[@demiefraggle]

Love all the murder mysteries!!!

[@AltKnots]

So so good!🎃

[@dianecummins4168]

How friggin cool is that spinner?! I think you did great😊

[@AltKnots]

It’s been so crazy fun!🎃

[@ShenanigansinMotion]

I LOVE The Vampire Knitting Club! I also really enjoy The Vampire Book Club. Maybe a little bit more because l like Lochlan more than Rafe 🤣.

[@sandrawungluck9959]

You look so awesome spinning

[@NurseAngie0]

I'M ON THE THIRD BOOK OF "THE VAMPIRE KNITTING CLUB"! I love it! AND, it is free on Kindle Limited!

[@kaitlinlewis2450]

Kayla I would Recommend Joining Shave them to Save them where you buy wool from Rare Sheep Breeds and help keep them around. I am looking at getting another Spinning Wheel, I do have my own Antique one, but I would like a modern one, right now I am in between Kromski Minstrel and Kromski Sonata. There is a reason why I attend Fiber Fest is to Stock up on some Roving and all supplies the Next one that I will be attending and it's the one I volunteer is the Minnesota Fiber Festival October 19 9 am-5pm Isanti County Fairgounds Cambridge MN.

[@annasullivan2564]

I got a Sonata this year, it's a great travel wheel! I have a strange issue with my treadles where it needs silicone spray to not squeal for some reason, but otherwise it's a been great. Setup/takedown is super fast. The option for double drive on the Minstrel might be nice. Both wheels are pretty spendy, it'd be real nice to find one second hand

[@lenorelung]

I've been noticing the black blanket/pillow with snakes behind you. Where did u get it from, and will there be a video about it? Greetings 🙂

[@tinaenisan3605]

Hello there, I heard about your chan from She'z got yarn. after watching 1 video, I subscribed 3 days ago. That is a very good spinning Machen, I've never tried spinning. I Really love the cardigan you had on today. Do you have a pattern for it? I would love to purchase it to make it for my daughter. T from Canada🌻

[@yanetsalome3899]

My problem I have a lot of projects going on in my head and I can never finish it. 😂

[@xxMamaCass9298]

🖤

[@watsblue]

I want to find the big Caron cake here in Australia

[@lexatbest]

I've been trying to find a video showing that orange, grey, black and white piece in the background. Is it a blanket or sweater??

[@AltKnots]

It’s a granny square shrug🎃 Just started making a square and folded it in half for a quick shrug

[@demiefraggle]

You may want to check into a knitty noddy. It can help with measuring how much and washing and storage. I made mine out of PVC pipe from one of the big box hardware store

[@AltKnots]

Thanks for the suggestion!

[@CherryBerry48]

you look super cute without makeup

[@kaelathompson6350]

What size hook do you use for your c2c blanket?

[@cindyjohnson2835]

i know youve said but i missed it. what size is your hook with the anniversary caron cake ctc? Thank you. love your videos

[@cindyjohnson2835]

What size is the hook on ctc caron cake

[@AltKnots]

I’m using a 8mm crochet hook🎃

[@cindyjohnson2835]

@@AltKnots thank you