June 13th 2011

Spinning with club member Judy Bradshaw

Judy has been spinning for 20 years, and she kindly agreed to share her experience and experiences with us.

She told us some amusing tales of country life, before showing us different fibres for spinning

letting members touch and feel them

Smooth as silk!

She talked about the preparation of a fleece, from shearing, through the washing process [6 times in cold water], carding and spinning

Then she demonstrated on her Ashford Traditional wheel [ she also had her Joy travelling wheel with her, which she uses on her frequent cruises!]

Judy talking about her wheel

Drafting the fibre prior to spinning

The wheel in action!

And finally, she showed us some garments knitted over the years from her spinning.

At least two of us have been inspired by Judy to start spinning – maybe there will be more, especially as she has volunteered to show others the way.