How to Comb Wool for Spinning (51 Yarns #11 'Long Wool')

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[@april4432]

Thanks. I've done this kind of plying before but it never occurred to me that I could do multiples. Will need to give that a go sometime.

[@robinmccamont]

Love this series, Becks! For a fairly new spinner, it exposes me to new fibers and new techniques, and it's so nice to know that I can always go back and re-watch them when I want to...! Thanks for taking time to make them!

[@TinyFibreStudio]

You're very welcome Robin. I'm glad you find it helpful and I'm happy to hear you're being exposed to new things just like I am as I make the videos.

[@remembrancespottery8222]

Although I've seen the combs for long wool before, I had only seen the combs themselves and couldn't figure out how people mount them. Thanks for showing all the angles! That jig for them is brilliant. Now I know exactly what to look for when I'm ready to add that next tool to my arsenal. And Becks, you blew my mind with the plying bracelet! I've always just tried to estimate half and unwind it into 2 little balls, but the bracelet technique has no waste. Some people really ARE geniuses. Thanks for sharing

[@TinyFibreStudio]

Yay! I'm so happy to have introduced you to the magic of the Andean plying bracelet - such a fantastic technique. In the same league as long-tail cast on with two balls of yarn in my book! And the stand for wool combs is definitely a good thing to have - I find it way more comfortable than holding one in each hand.

[@KerrynOlsen]

Hi! I've just started my year intending to improve my spinning a whole lot, to the point where I can spin some lovely Gotland I have to knit a cardigan. I ran across one of your videos, and just have to say how much I love your presentations and information (and referencing!!). Thanks for your work - I'll be working my way through your back catalogue, while keeping up with new stuff.

[@un_coeur_creatif]

Thank you for producing this fascinating series. I’m learning so much.

[@TinyFibreStudio]

You're very welcome - glad it's useful!

[@celestegarcia486]

Thank you for another great podcast!! I always learn something. Your kitty was sweet.

[@TinyFibreStudio]

You're very welcome!

[@heyBrownBerry]

I, like you, often wonder about the pioneers of a technique. Your demo of making the Andean plying bracelet was so beautifully done (crisp!), but that led me to thinking - was that something that "the pioneer" would have done for a drop spindle?? Genius

[@deejcarter2003]

This was very helpful. I’ve seen that if after putting the bracelet on your wrist rotate it so the middle finger part is on the top of your wrist. This stops you from having to rotate your hand and just plays straight off.

[@TinyFibreStudio]

:lightbulb moment:! I've sometimes noticed one Andean bracelet being easier to pull from than another and never really thought about why that might be! Thanks for that!

[@patriziafusco2358]

i do the that job with the tyines wearing gardening gloves

[@knittingbandit8493]

Hello, you just came up on my feed. Were you able to source your Valkyrie extrafine combs in the UK or did you have to import? I have my own Romney and am totally new to drop spinning. You gave me a lot of information, thank you. Kindest regards from N Ireland

[@TinyFibreStudio]

Hi there 👋🏻 Glad you enjoyed the video. I was able to source mine from a UK supplier but that was in 2014. The most recent information I can find is from thewoolstaple.co.uk ‘s Facebook page. They had been importing them but said in January last year that they wouldn’t be placing an order until the situation with international shipping generally improved. Their website is now down so not sure what’s going on. If I were buying them now I’d probably either import the Valkyries directly from valkyriesupply.com or look at the Wingham Woolwork options. Hope that helps!

[@TinyFibreStudio]

Hi Lorna, are your Wingham combs the English style ones? If so you’re probably getting through your Romney more efficiently than you would with Valkyrie combs. I don’t process a huge amount of fleece. If I did I’d probably look at the Wingham English wool combs. As for someone bringing Valkyries into the UK, it’s not illegal but you’d need to be aware of the luggage restrictions (www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/whatcanibring/sharp-objects?page=2) - ie. they’d need to be packaged in such a way as to prevent injury - and the personal allowances for imported goods (www.gov.uk/bringing-goods-into-uk-personal-use/arriving-in-northern-ireland) - as far as I can see you’d be okay under £390 for NI.

[@TinyFibreStudio]

(I should also add that English style combs are usually quite heavy. On the up side that helps you get through the fibre but it’s not great if you have shoulder/arm issues). If you want lighter combs, Valkyries are the way to go)

[@TinyFibreStudio]

A set just came up on UK Spinners Ravelry group if you’re able to access it. (Not sure which type of Valkyries they are)

[@fiberbynature]

Is Blue faced leicester a long wool?

[@onegreenev]

Andean Ply for samples. Not too big of samples or you cramp your hand. Won't take long to figure that one out. Wrap lightly. Used that technique for this quick flick. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hqfTpWmBod2HicU

[@TinyFibreStudio]

Absolutely - that’s why I showed the technique in this video. It’s such a useful technique. I have been known to end up with an arm full of plying bracelets when I’ve over-estimated the amount of leftovers on a bobbin. 😂

[@michelleerwin766]

Was this the post that you were going to link for the combs? www.rhonna.net/reviews/valkyrie-wool-combs

[@TinyFibreStudio]

Yes it was! Thank you so much for the reminder - I’d totally forgotten to add it!