How to Adjust Scotch Tension and the History of Ashford Spinning Wheels

[@JillianEve]

I have another scotch tension video on my channel, but I recorded it over 2 years ago! I'm excited to have this updated video with a little spinning wheel history included! I hope this helps you spin your best yarn using your scotch tension, single drive spinning wheel! Happy spinning! 🧶💜😁

[@maryellenmeggs3027]

Is it linked?

[@lorimurphy889]

I have watched that one but now that I am doing your classes it clicked this time

[@angelaevans1563]

I got my spring today. Too scared to mess up my fluff now that i finally understand double drive lol

[@lespiedscarres6321]

Evie, you are so brilliant!!! I am so grateful for all the videos you've posted. 💕 Thank you so very much!!

[@veramcglaughn5663]

Thank you for very informative video. I am extremely new to this, and have yet to spin anything. I have a spinning wheel for have no idea what kind. But your explanation helps me understand a little more about what I need to do.

[@TheBlomman50]

Hi, I am from Sweden and I am totally new to spinning! I have just bought a used Ashford traditional in almost perfekt shape, it just needed a maintenance kit, a new tension knob and a good rub with bees wax and it glowes! All in all it cost me 54 dollar! I gave 14 dollar for the spinning wheel!! it's almost unbelievable! Now I must learn how to use it, I am so excited! ☺

[@LyndaMarley-dw1xl]

Hi eve, I’m 73 years old and have just ‘found’ spinning. Today I bought my very first wheel Ashford 70’s style. I am in New Zealand .mihi you so much for all your helpful tips .. I’m loving it so much.. like a duck to water. Before the wheel I was using homemade supported spindles made from oven baked clay.. love those also.. I’m hooked.. Lynda Marley 🤗

[@thatbearlife]

Hey, I just got my first wheel too, and it's an Ashford, 1975 style!

[@howlingwind1937]

I have an Ashford double drive traditional spinning wheel that I received for my 21st birthday, I'm now 62 and she's still working well, albeit a little wobbly, but then again so am I! And yes she has a scotch tension system and it's a good system. I also have a schacht matchless that my aunt left me on her passing, which is a wonderful gift and a reminder of her, and it has a scotch tension. My other spinning wheels are electric, an Roberta eortal, Ashford jumbo, and a little eew nano which is wonderfully portable and works really well, it goes to group and guild meetings with me and if I travel else where, all these have scotch tension. Thank you for sharing your video it's very informative.

[@luizguerra7807]

I'm from Brazil and since we dont have spinning wheels easily aveliable I had to make my own with some scrap wood. I decided to go with the scotch tension due to its versatility, and i've been able to learn how to spin! It was a great quarantine project for 2020

[@kasandramckenna3250]

Wow amazing are you still spinning?

[@luizguerra7807]

@@kasandramckenna3250 Yeah I still do it some times!

[@glynruppemelnyk2018]

Thanks, you're a life saver for new spinners!

[@IanJohnstone]

Hi, I'm Shirley Ian's wife. This is another excellent tutorial. You have a really clear and easy to understand way of explaining things. Thank you Evie.

[@StephenSchreck-tn6dz]

K you for your easy-to-follow instructions. Thay helped my wife and I get her wheel running. I also appreciated the etymology lesson.

[@woollycrafts]

Just what I needed. Day of with my spinner and I knew it was the tension but NOT how to solve it. 😊 thanks.

[@annesim1878]

I decided to look at your video because I saw your wheel is the same era as mine. I bought mine in NZ in 1971. My Mum did a lot of spinning on it, and now I have it back and am about to spin again. I had forgotten about some of the setup details and your video was very helpful. Thank you.

[@lifeofjoy9404]

A friend just loaned me his Ashford Flyer yesterday because he overheard me tell someone that I'd recently been given a HUGE bin full of beautiful, colorful carded wool by another friend's family whose mom had died. I have NO experience with a yarn unless it's already been crocheted or knitted, so I have no idea how to assess the yarn I make. However, I've always wanted to try spinning and now I've got a chance. Who knows where this will lead me? So glad I found you as a resource!🤩👍

[@bettylohr7014]

I have an Ashford Traveller, therefore Scotch tension! Love your videos 🥰

[@joecochran7378]

I have a “new to me” Ashford Traditional...just brought her home today! She needs a good cleaning and then we’ll spend some time getting to know each other. I am SO excited about having my very own wheel and so glad I discovered your channel.

[@laurablock]

Wow! I'm new to this, thankful that a fellow knitter sent me to your channel! I had no idea that the Ashford wheel didn't happen until 1940, it seems so much older than that!

[@hereatmystudio]

I love the scotch tension wheel. I have two Ashfords, a 1983 traditional and my first wheel 1971 traditional. Thank you for this video I now understand the word scotch tension. what I do not understand is 'three knob spoke' perhaps I will find you speaking about it in another video. I was a spinner through the 70s into the early 90s. I am 85 now and just returning and have forgotten many things. I want to finish a sweater that has been on the needles since around 1983 - The pattern is 'A sweatshirt with Options' Spin-Off March 1983. I needed more handspun to finish the sleeves. So it is good to watch your videos. Thank you JillianEve for the good work you have done to present these videos.

[@ursulabrowning6663]

Thanks for this one. It must be 30 or more years since I used my Ashford spinning wheel but I could never give it away. Today I tried it out again and finding out about the tension story from you, I was up and running again. Hurraah

[@TexasChance58]

What a great tutorial video! Thank you! Your explanation is PERFECT for all levels of learners. Well done. I will be recommending your videos to new spinners in our Guild. Thank you!

[@jeanettewestover]

So happy I've found you your a great teacher ... I'm looking for my 1st beginner lifetime spinning wheel ....

[@sharonandrews245]

I have two wheels Fricke with scotch tension, and an older Ashford Traditional, with scotch tension that was given to me. I purchased my Fricke as my first wheel. It was made locally by a man with the last name of Fricke. It's a very good wheel, but it's modern look isn't as appealing to me as the Ashford Traditional. I hope to spin at a Renaissance fair some day with my Ashford Traditional!

[@lorisewsstuff1607]

I did not know how it how it got it's name. Thank you for explaining that. I always assumed it was just people calling something Scottish scotch. There used to be a store near here run by a Scottish gentleman that sold stuff from his native country. One day I heard him him exclaim, "No! Scotch is what ye drink. Scottish is what ye are." I haven't gotten the two confused since.

[@JillianEve]

Haha! Well, I'm glad I got it all figured out now too. I always wondered how "scotch tension" came about because traditionally, Scottish wheels are double drive. Next I'll have to figure out how we ended up with "Irish tension"!

[@angelatopaz8316]

Yup, that's what I always say to people. Scotch is a drink. I'm also Scottish. 😃 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@mysryael]

I have two wheels and they couldn't be more different. The first one is a Scout Ladybug. She likes to go places with me and we often talk about things while we are out and about. Her favorite fiber is dense wool. The second wheel is an Ashford traditional, and she is my homebody. She likes to sit in the same area where all the hand crafting is going on. Her favorite fiber is everything she can get her flyer on. She is a more stately lady who enjoys being my companion with a small pot of Lady Grey tea to the side.

[@stellaluna6421]

I just acquired an Ashford Traditional from the 80s, and it has options for both scotch and double drive - neat to know that scotch is a modern invention!

[@woolenbluebird]

Have an Ashford wheel and I found this video so helpful. Thank you.

[@knitspinfibre]

I have a Ashford traveller spinning wheel and love the scotch tension

[@CapoKevin100]

Ashford Traveler- Scotch tension system - really like wheel and tension design...Lucy

[@MollyRocket09]

Thank for this great explanation on the brake band. I just purchased on older wheel just like yours and the brake band is broken…I now know how to fix it!

[@delphinabunter1469]

I have both, but tend to use the scotch the most. I have five wheels and have restored them all. I love my wheels.🙂❤️

[@JillianEve]

Wow, 5 restored wheels? That's amazing! 💜🧶

[@Mini_Mal_1]

Thank you so much for this video. I'm new to spinning, and I love it. This is so helpful.

[@doreenlawton4463]

I had gotten away from using scotch tension but am going to give it another go after watching this! You rock!

[@chelseamulroney1880]

I just purchased my first spinning wheel: an Ashford Kiwi 3. I’m already pretty good with making beautiful yarn on my drop spindle, and so I thought I’d be spinning on my Kiwi within minutes of setting it up. Nope! An hour in, and I was super frustrated and had no idea what I was doing wrong. I watched your video and you explained exactly what I needed to do to get my tension right… and now I am spinning yarn! I also understand the mechanics of my wheel better as well. Thank you SO much!

[@chelseamulroney1880]

My exact experience as well! I was so disappointing when I realized that, not only was I unable to produce yarn as nice as on my drop spindle… I wasn’t able to make yarn at all. My fiber kept breaking or it wouldn’t do anything at all. This video really helped when I first watched it months ago.I also have a new Ashford Kiwi 3, and I use it almost every day.

[@anthonyhoughton6625]

Used to have an Ashford Traveller which I rescued from a bush. It went to live with a friend some years back and we subsequently lost contact. So I'm on the lookout for another wheel as there are a lot of sheep around here 😊

[@harpsicordpaaka5183]

Revisiting spinning after a couple od decades break. You've completely solved my problem with the tension. many thanks from a happy New Zealander!

[@lindas5964]

I’m shopping for my first wheel and am trying to learn everything I can in order to make the right choice. I don’t want a “beginner” wheel that I’ll outgrow in 6 months because I am struggling to just afford this one so I want the wheel to be somewhat flexible in its set up and what kinds of yarn I want to spin. This video helped me understand a lot so thank you!

[@laurendudley2321]

Thank you, Evie. I have a castle single tread Ashford that apparently can have either scotch tension of something else. I am starting spin again after a 40 hiatus and your video was SO helpful!!

[@marynatecraft2246]

I have an Ashford traditional and I love it! Thanks for explaining scotch tension!

[@JillianEve]

Perfect! I'm glad you enjoyed the video! 💜🧶

[@gailstringer1158]

Aha - now I understand my frustration when going from my spindles to my new Ashford e-spinner! The fibre was ripping right out of my hands, and I couldn't find any information in the materials that came with the spinner. So it's been consigned to it's bag for a year. Now I think I may know why it was misbehaving - thank you!

[@JillianEve]

I'm so glad to help! Happy spinning! 🧶❤😊

[@RobbiePaul665]

Hi Ma'am, I really liked your teaching. Awesome and excellent tutorial!!

[@sarabartel4285]

I always wondered why I have to adjust the tension throughout the spin. Wonderful insights as always!

[@JillianEve]

Glad it was helpful! 💜🧶

[@rachelmaynard2042]

You posted this the day I started trying to spin with Iris, my wheel with scotch tension! This helped clear up a lot of my questions. Thank you!

[@Slarsen5251]

I am a brand new spinner and I just love your videos. They are so helpful! I’m spinning on an Ashford Joy, on loan from a friend, and I believe my take up issues are do to the tension. Thank you for these tips. I can’t wait to see if I can resolve at least some of my issues.

[@kevinmonceaux2101]

I've wanted to try spinning for a while, and just recently ordered an EEW 6.0. I know if I stick with spinning, I will eventually want a more traditional style treadle wheel. I'm especially attracted to the style of the Kromski Polonaise. My EEW hasn't even arrived yet, but I couldn't resist looking around at various treadle wheel options. Last night I spotted an Ashford Traditional wheel on an online marketplace site at a price I couldn't resist. It needs a flyer, but otherwise appears to be in great shape. From Ashford's timeline, its tension knob and wheel spokes suggest it's from around 1981, but it has the older twist to release style rear bobbin bearing. I'm looking forward to taking it for a spin.

[@kathleengann4626]

I watched your first video some time ago and learned a lot. This second video has even more “ aha” moments. To be fair I now have more experience since Watching the first video so my pre-loaded brain really resonated with this video. Thanks for taking the time to update. My Spinolution Pollywog is a Scotch tensioned wheel.

[@JillianEve]

Glad it was helpful! It's so cool how our brains pick things up and make more connections with experience and time. Happy spinning! 💜🧶🐑

[@mardisiekmann3867]

OMG thank you so much, I just received a s/h single drive traditional Ashford wheel and had my first go spinning yesterday. I was struggling massively with this but didn’t know how to fix. Now I can’t wait to try again.

[@ullafuru2456]

I'm really lucky to have two wheels, even if it's not been a year since I bought my first fibre and a drop spindle - the cheapest I could find! I inherited an antique wheel, Kiikkalainen, which is a double drive production wheel. It was a challenge to learn to spin with, but I persisted. A few months ago I got to try a modern wheel for the very first time, and I never knew spinning could be so relaxed! I was also introduced to few budget friendly spinning wheels; the Bliss by Woolmakers, with a scotch tension system and a wheel called Merino with Irish tensioning system. I chose the Bliss because it made me feel I have much more control over the wheel in general, since it has multiple "gears" to choose from. The Merino does as well, and it has 250 gram bobbins as default, which was one reason I considered getting one of those, but in essence the tensioning system was what finally closed the deal, for the Bliss. Later I figured the unique setup with the flyer, that wheel can double as a bobbin winder for weaving! The antique wheel only does fast and faster and you better keep up unless you want to stop and start the drive wheel every few turns! They say once you master an antique double drive wheel (= a production wheel) you can spin with anything. I'm not sure, but I have found every other wheel I've tried to be much easier to spin with. Maybe there's something to it, but I sure have a loooooot to learn still. I really liked the Vlogmas, not least for the daily uplifting entertainment, but the tips and tricks and the know-how you so freely share. YOU are a true blessing, Eva!

[@JillianEve]

I completely agree with you about those antique production wheels. I have a Canadian Production Wheel and when I spin with him, I feel like I'm working with a MACHINE. It just goes so fast I feel like I should spin with a seatbelt! Haha! Is the Kiikkalainen a Finnish wheel? I think I have seen one. It was beautiful, but very different from the style of the Bliss! 💖🧶

[@ullafuru2456]

@@JillianEve Yes, Kiikkalainen is one of the best known Finnish antiqua wheels. It's easily recognizable by the colouring and decoration. Brown bench with black legs, MOA, and the pegs of the wheel, while the wheel is brown as is the flyer and bobbin. The brown parts have a wavy decorative detail running across the bench and the rim of the drive wheel. And Bliss is something else... but it does a really good job spinning. And it's half the size of my Kiikkalainen! My wheel has a bunch of numbers below the bench, one of which I believe is the running detailing number, that would connect each part belonging to each wheel that was made, as they had no standard sizing in pretty much anything. Then there's a number that looks like it says 1950, (could be 1930, but I think it's 1950) the production of these wheels ended in the mid 1950's.

[@gilllee8139]

I have an Ashford kiwi 3 and I love the simplicity of scotch tension. Love your videos too!

[@rutheder1471]

I have lots of entertainment spinning on my Ashford single drive scotch tension wheel....I think today is the first time I have gotten close to a good yarn and now I'm hoping to keep going and craft some lovely knitting and weaving woolen yarn

[@kellybodie6022]

Thank you so much Evie, I just purchased an older Ashford single drive wheel and have found your videos so valuable! I now know what type if spinning wheel I have!.

[@Ravencall]

Thank you for this interesting video. Even after spinning for years I had no idea of the origin of the word "Scotch" tension! I love old words.

[@JillianEve]

Me too! 😁🧶💖🤓

[@dominiquemichaud7945]

Such a clear explanation!

[@helykhomesteading4636]

I have an Ashford, no idea what sort! I worked out that the knob adjusted the tension but your video has helped me to see how to adjust correctly. Now I just need to find out what the ither knob is for. Thanks for another really clear and instructive video.

[@kathyrohde4514]

I'm brand new and have the same wheel you're using in the video. Very helpful.

[@rutheder1471]

Thank you Evie for your lovely video, I love in New Zealand with my Ashford spinning wheel (and now my Ashford loom... both of which were second hand and are working great with minor age related repairs). Thank you for all your videos

[@sharonkeeverharris2363]

Thanks for another informative video. I have a Hansen mini spinner that uses Scotch tension and a Kromski Symphony that I use in double drive. They're both great but on the whole I prefer the "set it and forget it" ease of double drive and the very light tension that allows fine spinning.

[@christman688]

Just bought a Lendrum DT(thru your Woolery link) since I didn't win Gail. 😊 Your recommendation video was great. I'm loving the scotch tension and my new wheel! I'm learning so much from you! - Michele

[@JillianEve]

I'm so glad you love your new wheel! Happy spinning!

[@tawnia6950]

Mine is an ashford traditional, I love your videos for learning how to use it

[@mercedesrodriguez1108]

Thank you so much for your great explanation! It was very helpful. I´m from Spain and I´ve a Joy 2 Ashford Spinning Wheel and I,m a beginner.😍😍😍

[@JillianEve]

Hola! Happy spinning! 😊🧶💖

[@woollycrafts]

Excellent. So much information. 😊

[@rebeccahawrot8345]

I have an Ashford original Kiwi that has the scotch tension system and I love it! It is great for everything I've spun so far!

[@oonarhu4681]

Hi! I'm late to this video, but so grateful. Got out my Ashford traditional (I think) yesterday and couldn't remember exactly how the tension and drive band work together. After messing up one bobbin I decided to look for help. Thanks to you, I'm back on track. Will be checking out your other videos as I go along.

[@ianmom2000]

I have an Ashford Scholar Mark 1 A bare bones no frills wheel. Love her. Her name is Imogen. Irish Tension. I enjoyed the included history on the use of the word scotch. Looking forward to the next installment.

[@PollyEdwards1]

You are really good at explaining things. Thank you!

[@QuzieSuzieQ]

I have spinolution wheels. I they are also a scotch tensioning system, but they use a tensioning block with felt on the end.

[@GrownToCook]

I’m currently renting an Ashford wheel (after learning on a Louet wheel) and struggled a lot with the tension- thanks so much for this informative video!

[@barbkenney5843]

I am really curious to try Scotch tension. Louet gives me irish tension here, but sometimes I feel locked into 1. thicker yarn, 2. thicker fibres and 3. using the biggest whorls all the time. So yes a video on irish tension would also be scrumptious especially if there are hack and tricks to overcome my 1 2 3 ^ up there! You are awesome and so gifted at teaching us! Yah!

[@missy_hoffman]

I have an Ashford Kiwi 2, and I’m still considering myself to be pretty new to spinning. This video is very helpful! Thank you!

[@tracys3096]

yep. Twisting but no take up. Problem identified. Thank you! Have let my spinning wheel intimidate me for 6 months now. This week I'm going to find a way to spin and create my first skein. Wish me luck!

[@sandraescamilla1849]

I have a schacht sidekick with a scotch tention. I absolutely love it!

[@JillianEve]

I would love to spin on a Sidekick! Everyone I know who has tried one has loved it!

[@sandraescamilla1849]

@@JillianEve we have a small house it doesn't take up hardly any room and folds under the bed when not in use. I wouldn't be able to have a traditional wheel. I 100% suggest it.

[@brittanywinn3955]

I have a modern castle wheel. Modern used in the loosest of terms (wink), it was saved from an attic after a lifetime of collecting dust. I have only spun up a few skeins so far but I love it.

[@katnewman2856]

I have a kiwi3, only got it last August so I have nothing to compare it to other than my drop spindles but I do love it! I love that it's not overly complicated and it's quick to get started.

[@josietrimboli3540]

Thank you, i've got a Ashford travller and I am so embrassed at my spinners and weavers guild , I am just not getting it at all but will keep on trying , your videos are very informative .....love from Oz down under

[@janicegatewood274]

That was a great simple explanation...thank you! You are a good teacher

[@nancyw2688]

Your video was very helpful - thanks. I’m spinning on an Ashford Kiwi 2 that I recently bought

[@shirleygibbs7931]

Very informative. Thanks

[@penelope8980]

Hi Evie - you've done a marvelous job explaining scotch tension and double drive spinning wheels. Thanks for the history lesson! I have an Ashford Traveller that I chose for its simplicity when I was buying my first (and only) wheel. Your tutorials are very helpful.

[@m.a.w.9341]

This video is so very helpful, thanks a bunch. Several years ago I sort of learned to spin a little on scotch tension wheels. Recently I bought a Schact Matchless and have been enjoying the double drive system. Then last week, I bought a used Kiwi 3 and have had a challenge with tension. Thank you!

[@LynetteHulton]

Hi Evie I have a vintage Ashford traveller with Scotch tension and love it.

[@lizardbabies]

I have a Minstrel so I can use either scotch tension or double drive. For the first couple of years, I only used double drive, but I've been learning to love scotch tension as well.

[@sonjanordahl3158]

I don't have a wheel YET. I am just starting out and I will be starting on a drop spindle when it arrives. But I am planning on getting a wheel. I have been watching a bunch of different learning to spin video and wow you are a very good teacher. Teachers are a bit like wheels. Different teachers work better for different students. I think you and I are a good match. Depending on my overtime this year I may get a wheel this spring or even next spring. I'm hoping for lots of OT and this spring. When I buy it will most likely be thru Paradice Fiber and I will let them know you and other vloggers mention them in your videos. I believe in giving credit. It helps all concerned.

[@rowangreen2373]

Hi Evie! I learned on an Ashford Traditional, which I sold last year so I could buy a Schacht Ladybug. I love my Ladybug, but I miss my Ashford and wish I still had it too. I also have an Electric Eel Nano, which I love for its versatility, but I've had take up problems with it. I have only ever used scotch tension wheels. Your explanation of scotch tension is wonderful - I feel I have a much better understanding of how my wheels work and how to stop struggling with them. I also love knowing more about how truly innovative Ashford is. My inner word nerd delighted to know about the origins of the word scotch. Great video as always. Thank you for sharing your knowledge in such a fun and accessible way. Keep up the great work!

[@gailbable2911]

I have two Scotch tension wheels, an Ashford Joy and a Merlin Tree Roadbug. I also have a double drive vintage wheel. I do love the scotch tension best.

[@michelewhite4662]

I have a Ashford Traveler and a Schacht Ladybug.......love the scotch on the Lady.....The older Traveler is a bit more of a challenge, adjusting the scotch is a bit more persnickety, but, but the harder part is that it is a single treadle. Thinking of converting to a double..... Thank you for the input as to troubleshooting.

[@lgassin]

Yay for Scotch tension! Very interesting history (and now extra glad I have an Ashford!).

[@JillianEve]

They are so awesome! 😁💖🥝

[@coleenmckeon6405]

I just bought my wheel yesterday and I am a beginner spinner (100%). I have an Ashford with the same Scotch system that you just demonstrated. This was a very helpful video. Going to find more from you! Thanks.

[@JillianEve]

Happy spinning! 💖🐏🧶😀

[@lifeofjoy9404]

Great tutorial! Love your presentation style!

[@dawanariley4183]

Still waiting on my ashford. Ordered in December. Should be here late February. I’m still working on spindling. Getting better with Turkish spindle than top whirl

[@terryvanderslice4825]

I have a Kromski Minstriel and it allows me to do single or double drive. I have never tried the single, maybe next project I will 🤔

[@Typhoonyoon]

Hiya Evie! Thank you for another wonderful and informative video. I enjoyed my 5 weeks vacation and back to work flying the friendly skies, armed with fleece and drop spindles and bag full of yarns to keep me company for the next couple of weeks. ~Happy Spinning!

[@debsmith513]

Excellent explanation! Thank you.

[@naomimartinez-goldstick4181]

I have a Spinolution Pollywog (Kermit!) which uses Scotch tension - with an actual block that provides drag on the bobbin so I really liked your explanation and it made sense that it is still the same thing! Kind of cool. I just ordered a Spinolution King Bee and I can't wait for "Mr. Benson" to arrive!!

[@lynnie77712]

I have a kromski. It does have scotch tension. I experience a lot of trouble with take-up and too much twist in my yarn. 🥴 I also have an antique wheel, it is double drive. I googled how to put the drive band on it and found you! ☺️ I'm excited to start spinning on it.🤞the twist comes out more relaxed on this wheel 🙌

[@feltlikeitbydebs]

Thanks for the history lesson and how to get scotch tension working properly. Great vids as always.

[@JillianEve]

I'm so glad you enjoyed it! 😁💜🧶

[@uteweigand6703]

I have a Ashford Kiwi 2 and I have a hard time with the tension. Either it doesn’t take it in or something else is going on. Thank you for all your videos. I find them helpful even in my moment of frustration🥰🤗

[@rebeccablankenship5493]

You’re making my journey much easier I got a new Asford Kiwi 3 And you’re answering all my questions so excited on a wheel and not just a spindle thank you thank you

[@JillianEve]

Glad I could help!

[@MsCillabella]

Thank you!! VEry clear explanation, now let me go try and fix my take up problem now. ❤

[@joanne4191]

Thanks this is really helpful as a new spinner , if worst turns worst could you put a new spring on the tension 😊

[@christinebaugh3963]

Awesome!!! I TOTALLY got it this time!! Now for Irish tension.... 🤔

[@JillianEve]

Haha, right!?!? If you read older spinning books, Irish tension is referred to as German tension, so I really think some research is in order!

[@tracyirwin103]

I have the same Ashford Traditional that you do, but I think mine is a bit newer. It is my only wheel and it works great for all my spinning.

[@JillianEve]

It really is an awesome spinning wheel! 💜🧶

[@donnacooper6392]

Thank you for this video. I encountered a wool (White-faced Woodland) that I was having a horrible time spinning. I couldn’t tell if my tension was off, my twist was too tight/ too loose, I was using the wrong draft, or what. I went back to the basics and your video helped a lot! Thanks so much.

[@MarieAhlen]

Thank you very much for this video! It explains a lot! I’ve just bought my very first wheel, a Schacht Ladybug 🐞. I’ve never spun yarn before so this is a new world to me. I spent my first week looking for explanation of Scotch tension and double drive for understanding how to set up my wheel.... 😅. I’ve started with Scotch tension, and now I know why, so thank you again 🙏☀️☀️☀️

[@JillianEve]

You are welcome! Happy spinning! 🐞💜🧶

[@sandraescamilla1849]

Thank you for an awesome informative video!

[@JillianEve]

Glad you enjoyed it! Happy Spinning!