If you are uncertain which spindle will be best for your project just ask. I try to note the properties of each spindle. Within all the sizes the different shapes of the whorl affects spin duration and speed. The other direction is not as flexible, trying to spin a chunky style thick yarn on a spindle lighter than an ounce is asking for frustration. However even on the heaviest spindle listed a moderately thin single is possible, such that a two ply would become DK to worsted weight yarn. In general the lighter the spindle the finer a single it will easily spin. Twigs have 1/4″ by ~7″ shafts well suited to the smaller cop of thin yarn. Twig size at 1/2 oz and under is best for lace and other thin yarn. The Branch shafts are 1/4″ diameter and lengths from 8″ to 12″, shorter good for spinning seated while longer provides more shaft to grab. Branch size with an average weight of 3/4 an ounce to 1 1/2 ounces spins DK to Worsted thickness yarn well. This gives you room for a large cop of spun yarn and your hand. The shaft on the Trunk size is 3/8″ diameter and usually at least 10″ long. My Trunk size averages two ounces and up which is good for bulky to chunky yarn, though some of the lighter ones spin worsted weight well. Thick yarn can support a heavier spindle without breaking. Lace weight yarn needs a light spindle which would not be suited for spinning thicker. Heavier spindles are better suited for spinning and plying thick yarn.
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How to choose a spindle? The weight is very important and the shaft plays a major role in spinning comfort. I will reject materials at any stage of the process to make a heirloom quality spindle. I will only sell a spindle if I find it enjoyable to use. No mechanical or computerized duplicating machines are used in the making of these spindles. All are designed, crafted, and finished by myself as unique functional art. Spindles number 198 and up have more precise weight marked. Spindles through number 197 have the weight marked in increments of 1/4 oz. All my spindles are fully handmade with a hand bent and hammered hook, varnish finish, a guide notch on the whorl, signed, numbered, and labeled with the weight and date made.
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