You've Spun Your Yarn - Now What? | Handspinning How Tos

You've made your yarn, but what next? How do you go from a full bobbin to yarn ready to knit, weave, or crochet? The in-depth tutorial on post-spin processing.

Intro 00:00
What is a Skein? 00:34
Taking it Off the Bobbin 01:10
Using a Niddy Notty 01:47
Using a Skein Winder 03:47
Tying the Skein 05:38
Twisting the Skein 08:08
Washing Your Yarn 08:54
Coming Out of the Bath 11:27
To Thwack, Snap, or Weight 12:23
Drying the Yarn 14:54
Winding a Center Pull Ball 15:44
Using Your Handspun 17:39

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[LindaOfWindyOaks]

There are only a few steps needed to take your yarn from the bobbin to your project. What is your favorite part?

[Cumbriman]

So many videos on YouTube seem to assume that everybody already knows these steps and they are missed out on spinning for beginners content. Very informative and helpful. Thanks from 🇬🇧🙂

[mymentorjane]

I love being considered “part of the flock”! And I love your humor. Your instructions are so clear and that you provide options. This is a whole new expertise I never realized before.

[amanda]

another no cost way to wind a skein with no tools is with your body. I grab the end of the yarn in one hand, put that arm out straight and lock the elbow, and then I wind the yarn between that hand and the back of my neck. it comes out around a yard and half which is nice and I've never felt like I wanted another tool

[pamyclark]

WOW WOW WOW! This is so comprehensive, and nothing else on YouTube like it. Great job!

[ginadorothea]

You're such a lovely person!. You have filled in so many gaps left unsaid from the many videos I have watched. Thank you so much! ❤😊
~Gina

[HappyBird]

Thank you for making these videos! I appreciate how you “get to the point” and teach so clearly! Your editing skills are great! THANKYOU!

[doloresheidenthal]

I loved the video. I have my first hank drying right now. It is pretty sad looking but I hope to improve with practice. My rolags are small. I filled two drop spindles, wrapped them on a Niddy-Noddy (from Fiber Art Supply Company.) I counted 14 strands, but I think that was probably too few. But I'm encouraged by your teaching to do more. My fleece was free, I skirted and washed, dried and carded it myself. There is a joy in the doing. I don't know how to knit or crochet- so I have a lot to learn at 75 yrs of age. But thank you Linda.

[andreasissons]

Really great info. I also admire that beautiful desk with all the drawers.

[sheila-]

I’m new to spinning and have watched many videos, yours are fantastic. Good demonstrations that are easy to follow and useful tips without overwhelming me. Please make more.❤

[maryherbert]

This video is just what I needed. Just spun my first yarn. Made it into a 2-ply. Now I want to knit it. So....into the water. Thank you for breaking down the steps.

[justiannafinn]

You're awesome! Beginner spinner here and your lessons are Excellent! Thank you!!

[vivdenscombe]

I'm a real beginner and articles I've read about how to set yarns etc are completey mind boggling but your vid is so informative and useful, its all become clear...now just need to do it!! Huge thank you

[knitsbycynt]

Thanks for sharing the information about the cleansers. This is the only video I've seen that explains why to avoid certain soaps. Im new to spinning and still learning. I will be starting my first wool to fabric soon. Im glad your video showed up on my YouTube feed😊

[hoefje]

A deskchair like the one you're sitting on works perfectly to wind up the yarn since it turns aroud.

[StitchFae]

Your first yarn looks much nicer than mine! Haha. It’s so super cute! Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us, this helped me a lot!!

[stellaluna]

Huh. I never thought about any of this! I just used my handspun to nalbind a bag. It probably won't suffer from the lack of washing, though, because I'm planning to felt it a little anyways. The things you learn....

[PeaceJewel]

Watching these videos really appreciate spinners and the process they go through to supply yarn. I love knits as it is and you made my love increase. Great video!😀

[zoebarta]

Your a very good teacher - good tips sprinkled in the teaching knowledge! Very enjoyable!

[ryangray]

Just discovered your videos on wool/sheep recently and I love em. They are very informative. My fiancee and I are very excited to start doing this ourselves. Thank you and keep up the great work.