How To Spin Yarn On A Spinning Wheel the First Time

You have a spinning wheel, you have some fiber, but now what? Watch this video! This is the ultimate how to spin yarn on a spinning wheel for absolute beginners tutorial video. I will guide you with simple, step by step instructions so you can get spinning quickly and with confidence.
You can follow these steps with any style or make of treadle spinning wheel. Let's get spinning!

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0:00 INTRODUCTION
1:07 PRACTICE TREADLING
2:52 TIE ON A PRACTICE YARN
4:00 ADJUST YOUR TENSION
6:03 PRACTICE WITH A LOOP OF YARN
6:26 CONTROL THE TWIST
7:44 DRAFT FIBER
10:49 LEARN MORE

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[nikkiw]

I'm here in Scotland (in my 200+ year old weavers cottage) having just spun my first bobbin full of slightly uneven, slightly wonky yarn thanks to your video Evie-thank you! 💜

[lauramissy]

Evie.... I have been watching your channel now for years. I have several drop spindles and have been dreaming of the day when I could afford to buy my first wheel.

Well, yesterday I was at my local yarn shop on an off day for sitting and stitching, and in walked a lady who wanted to sell her Ashford Traveller for a very reasonable price.

I simply couldn't snatch it up any faster... Now, I have been cleaning it up and tightening the bolts and grinning the entire time.

So, I had to watch this video all over again. Thank you so much for this channel and all the knowledge you share so freely. 🥰🥰

[sommernetek]

My husband just bought a "antique" s.wheel on auction and is restoring it. Because of all these positive comments I'm going to save this video for when he's done and try it out. Thank you. 😊

[kristavowels]

I know nothing about fiber arts, or spinning yarn, but this video makes me want to. After watching this video I feel like I could pick this hobby up and know what I’m doing.

[xhanurax]

When you where like “so you just got your first spinning wheel, Yey!🎉”

I was like I did! Yes!

You fill my heart with so much joy!

[luglioknitwear]

Hi Evie! I just have to say that I love you so much! I was literally crying with my fiber on the hand because I could not make my new spinning wheel work, you are an angel, and you made me smile so much!! THANK Love from Peru

[conniehash]

You must be a teacher by profession. Your instructions are very clear and easy to follow. Thank you for the video and the time you took to make it. I am getting very excited about spinning.

[J-dtli]

You helped me spin my very first bobbin!!! Even though it's crazy thick and thin, and over and under twisted, I finally have a continuous strand! Now I can finally spin my own Icelandic sheep wool.
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After many hours of frustration with over twisting, bunching up at the orifice, breaking yarn, zero progress, lots of choice words, and ultimately giving up, I finally found your video. The step-by-step with the practice yarn is EXACTLY what I needed! Your cheery attitude and positive outlook are the icing on the cake to your beginner-friendly teaching style. THANK YOU!!

[MalorieRivera]

As an embroiderer, I was just gifted a castle-style spinning wheel and BAGS of roving. You've broken these steps down so well; it's very clear what I need to do and what I need to practice! Thank you so much!

[caitlinhirschler]

I'm a knitter and i just restored an Ashford traditional and this gives me such a great starting point!!

[kps]

You have been my guardian angel in my journey from “fleece from the pet alpacas “ to actual yarn. You guided me through drop spindle spinning and now my first spinning wheel (wonderful vintage Louet). THANK YOU!

[lianapalumbo]

I just got my first antique spinning wheel. Tomorrow my Shearer is coming to shear my sheep, I rescue them. Once I've cleaned their wool, I'll rewatch your tutorial and let you know how I go. Yours has been the most informative and easiest to understand. Thank you xx

[xochipilli]

Wow, I love this tutorial. I'm just learning to spin and every other video was a bore. You made a great tutorial, thank you!!!

[elbeckham]

I’ve had my Traverller for over 20 years, but havent used it since my husband died. I thought it was broken in some way, but luckily found the one person in my County who could check it out. He said it was good to go. Just needed oiling ! And now I need the confidence to do what you are showing us here. I’m looking forward to it ! Thank you for an easy to understand video.

[cassie]

This video helped me with a great way to practice without getting frustrated. Great video!

[katherinecooper]

This is the best beginning video I have seen! You explain things in an easy to understand way and I love the humor!

[brittanywinn]

I have always wanted to learn how to use a spinning wheel. It is on my life's bucket list. This year I was magical gifted a little spinning wheel! I have never used one and up until I found you I was too nervous to start. Your simple, slow instructions (and cheery voice) were what I needed!
I am still unsure of myself but sure enough to start exploring.
Thank you SO SO much!

[bylindalawrence]

In my recent move, 2 or 3 parts to my ladybug. Spinning wheel came undone and are now missing. Spinning was my way to relax in the evening.
I have looked up the parts and planned to order new ones. As soon as I can. It is so nice to be able to be productive and at the same time clear your mind of everything but what you are doing. This video is grest.

[YoungfolkKnits]

Most helpful beginner video I have seen yet! Thank you!

[janellemurman]

Fantastic tutorial!! Thank you. I'm watching your videos today while I get to know my Ashford kiwi 1. You are the best spinning teacher on utube!!