My Top 10 Tips for New Spinners

If you are just touching a spinning wheel for the first time or are struggling to get to grips with drafting here are my top ten tips for new spinners.

Tip 1 - Learn the Theory
Tip 2 - Use Good Fibre
Tips 3 & 4 - Worsted Prep + Worsted Technique 
Tip 5 - Practice on a Drop Spindle 
Tip 6 - Engage Your Muscle Memory 
Tip 7 - Set a Timer 
Tip 8 - Practice Makes Improvement 
Tip 9 - Focus on Technique 
Tip 10 - Positive Mindset!

This advice is based on ten years of teaching experience but is not exhaustive and if you have any further tips you would like to share with anyone taking up the craft please share it below!

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