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	Spinning wheel - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		A spinning wheel is a device for spinning thread or yarn from a fiber such as wool or cotton.
		The spinning wheel was an advancement on the concept of the drop-spindle, invented somewhere in China or India between 500 and 1000 AD; like the drop-spindle, the spinning wheel works by spinning the material, twisting the fibers into a long, continuous strand.
		In the fairy tale Rumpelstiltskin, a young woman is expected to use a spinning wheel to spin straw into gold; in a similar one The Three Spinners, she is merely expected to spin a fanastic amount of flax.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Spinning_wheel (780 words)

	Spinning Wheel - Background, History, Raw Materials, Design, The Manufacturing, Quality Control, Byproducts/Waste
		The spinning wheel's essential function is to combine and twist fibers together to form thread or yarn and then gather the twisted thread on a bobbin or stick so it may be used as yarn for the loom.
		Spinning wheels are entirely obsolete as large manufacturers use industrial spinners to produce millions of yards of thread or yarn each day.
		The driving wheel is perhaps the most prominent feature of the spinning wheel and resembles a wheel with turned spindles in the center (thread is pulled along the outside of that wheel).
	www.madehow.com /Volume-7/Spinning-Wheel.html (2057 words)

	The Evolutuon of Spinning
		Spindle spinning is an art form – whereas modern spinning mills can produce large quantities or yarn in short periods of time, the types of yarn that can be spun are limited by the mechanics of the machines themselves - they cannot rival handspun yarns in delicacy and versatility.
		In her book Spinning Wheels, Spinners and Spinning, Patricia Baines reports of written evidence to the presence of spinning wheels in Persia in 1257; and linguistic evidence that suggests they came to Persia from India, so it is entirely possible that they were in use prior to this time.
		This wheel, as well as the Indian styles known as charkha wheels, were not rimed wheels at all, but rather had a string running through holes in the tips of the spokes connecting them in a zig-zag fashion, thus supporting the drive band.
	kws.atlantia.sca.org /spinning.html (2643 words)

	Louet Spinning Wheels (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		Although bobbins and flyers are available for spinning this type of yarn, the standard wheels have been redesigned to be more suitable for spinning fine to medium yarns.
		The orifice on the standard wheel is sufficiently large (12.5 mm or 1/2") as are the bobbins, (180-250 gr capacity), to allow you to create novelty yarns.
		They are: 1:5.5 for slow spinning and heavy yarn; 1:7.5 for medium yarn; and, 1:10.5 for fast spinning and fine yarn.
	www.louet.com /wheels1.htm (293 words)

	Spinning Wheels - Selecting a Spinning Wheel, Buying a Spinning Wheel,Facts, Helpful Hints, Spinning Wheel Terminology
		Your hands do not need to be near the orifice when spinning and we would even encourage you to keep your hands away from the orifice as this will tend to have you sit too close to the wheel or to bend over as you spin.
		The rotation of the wheel causes the flyer to rotate and depending on the difference between the diameter of the wheel and the diameter of the flyer pulleys, you develop a ratio between the two.
		Many double drive wheels allow you to adjust the set-up to mimic a single drive operation (a brake band (Scotch tension) on the bobbin, drive band on the whorl) and this works very well, but it is still a double drive wheel because the flyer, bobbin and whorl are manufactured that way.
	www.woolery.com /Pages/selectwheel.html (3775 words)

	Spinning Wheel Main Page
		These are spinning wheels that are intended to be taken with you.
		Spinning is done while standing with the right hand turning the wheel and the left hand drafting.
		A double treadle wheel balances the treadling work on both feet and legs and may therefore be more comfortable and ease strain on the hips and lower back, especially over long periods of spinning.
	www.woodlandwoolworks.com /Spinning/SpinningWheels/SpinningWheels.html (1298 words)

	Exploratorium: Science Snacks: Bicycle Wheel Gyro
		Get the wheel spinning, and then use the eyebolt in the end of the handle to hang the wheel from a hook mounted to the free end of a chain or rope.
		A rotating bicycle wheel has angular momentum, which is a property involving the speed of rotation, the mass of the wheel, and how the mass is distributed.
		Unfortunately, the gyroscopic precession of the wheel hanging from the rope is not explainable in as straightforward a manner as the rotating stool effect.
	www.exploratorium.edu /snacks/bicycle_wheel_gyro.html (656 words)

	W095A spinning wheel
		The spinning head assembly is adjustable by the handle on the end.
		This is a great old spinning wheel that stands at it's tallest point 29" high, and it is approximately 33 1/2" wide by 14 1/2"deep.
		I have never operated a spinning wheel myself, but I was assured by the people that we purchased this wheel from that it was all complete, and examining it carefully it does appear so.
	www.bargainjohn.com /w095aspinningwheel.htm (192 words)

	ekbikewheels1.html
		Draw a line segment from the original position of the air valve to the center of the wheel.
		Imagine a line segment from the center of the wheel to the air valve.
		Wheels come in different sizes, but one standard size has a 26 inch diameter.
	www2.edc.org /mathproblems/problems/htmlProblems/ekBikeWheels1/ekBikeWheels1.asp?problemID=262&caller=/mathproblems/listProblem.asp&filename=ekBikeWheels1 (777 words)

	Caring for your spinning wheel
		Your spinning wheel is a valuable piece of equipment, treat it like a piece of fine furniture.
		Children are fascinated by spinning wheels, if your wheel is too fragile to handle the attentions of a child, then keep it out of their sight!
		Your wheel needs to be oiled, using a 30 weight motor oil about every two hours of use, or when you change the bobbins, whichever comes first.
	www.woolfestival.com /articles/careofspinningwheel.htm (325 words)

	CD Baby: SPINNING WHEEL: Old Time Saturday Night
		Spinning Wheel is a group of friends, joined by our love of music.
		Spinning Wheel is a large band, usually eight to ten players at a show, playing more than sixty gigs a year in the San Francisco and East Bay areas.
		It turns out that “Spinning Wheel” really was the best choice since it symbolizes the period and the communities where the types of music we play originated.
	cdbaby.com /cd/spinnngwheel (935 words)

	Spinning Wheel
		Spin a yarn from wool, or about your childhood while creating new thread from this authentic spinning wheel.
		This is a working spinning wheel, capable of spinning yarn from raw fiber.
		This genuine spinning wheel is offered with these options: Bell Distaff (for spinning flax), Niddy Noddy, Lazy Kate, extra bobbins, spinning stool, and extra slow beginners pulley and bobbin.
	www.kensingtoncottage.com /Spnweel/SPWHEEL.html (198 words)

	The Spinning Wheel Sleuth Newsletter: Spinning Wheels, Hand Looms and Tools
		The Spinning Wheel Sleuth is the only periodical devoted exclusively to spinning wheels and related tools.
		Our goal is to collect, exchange and share information about spinning wheels, thus making it more accessible, before the wheels and the material about them are completely lost.
		In the Readers Ask section we present questions about spinning wheels and related tools for which we are unable to find answers.
	www.spwhsl.com (317 words)

	Traveller Spinning Wheel
		The wheel has been designed to fit snuggly into the boot of your car, so it's easy to take it with you to workshops, and spin-ins.
		The wheel is made from solid New Zealand Silver Beech and comes complete with 4 bobbins, threading hook, learn to spin booklet, and built in lazy kate.
		Replace the flyer on your wheel and enjoy the ancient art of quill spinning.
	www.ashford.co.nz /spinning/traveller.htm (227 words)

	Handspinning - Schacht Spindle Spinning Wheels (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		Wheels come with two flyer whorls; five other flyer whorls offer spinning ratios from 4:1 to 27.5:1.
		The 19 1/2" drive wheel and flyer shaft are supported by self-aligning bronze bearings for precise action.
		Also included with each Schacht Spinning Wheel are: its own adjustable carrying strap, two drive bands, a threading hook, a lazy Kate, and four bobbins.
	www.schachtspindle.com /spinning_wheels.htm (159 words)

	Knitting supplies, knitting yarn, knitting patterns, sock yarn, wool carders
		A spinning wheel, however, stores the spun yarn as it is spun thus simplifying the entire process.
		Some spinning wheels fall easily out of adjustment if they are moved and other styles of spinning wheel (large castle or walking great wheels) are just too large and heavy to transport easily.
		A person who enjoys attending spinning guild meetings, fiber fairs and historical reenactments (all of which welcome spinners and their spinning wheels) would do well to consider whether a handspindle would be a more suitable choice.
	www.paradisefibers.net (819 words)

	COLUMBINE Spinning Wheels
		The Columbine Spinning Wheel is an all-metal precision machine designed for the contemporary spinner who is not constrained by traditional concepts.
		This wheel is ideal for beginners and advanced spinners alike, and it is especially suitable for classroom use.
		Wheels are shipped totally assembled, with leader and 8 oz.
	www.ncidata.com /~columbine (575 words)

	SUSAN'S FIBER SHOP - Lendrum Spinning Wheels
		Many spinners who keep a larger, less portable wheel at home have a Lendrum as their second wheel.
		Options added in recent years have given it the spinning range to handle a wide variety of tasks.
		Wheel, regular head, rations 6, 8, 10, lazy kate, 4 bobbins, threading hook.
	www.susansfibershop.com /lendrum.htm (310 words)

	The Spinning Wheel
		The story of spinning is interwoven with the history of man. Wherever traces of early man was found, there also has been evidence of spun thread or spinning implements.
		The spinning wheel used in Europe as far back as the 1200's, was the first device to give the spindle a spinning movement.
		From research I have done, it would appear that the spinning wheel is a symbol of wisdom, understanding and knowledge.
	members.tripod.com /EbonyAngel7/TheSpinningWheel.html (621 words)

	my spinning wheel (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		The spinning wheel that I use is an Elizabeth Traditional Wheel with a flax head and a double band drive.
		Spinning yarn is what people used to do if they wanted to wear clothes.
		The actual spinning is still the same as it was done in historical times.
	www.yenzi.net /my_spinning_wheel.htm (335 words)

	Hello Yarn Handspun Yarns
		If you'd like to try spinning on a wheel but aren't ready to take the plunge and purchase one just yet, renting a wheel from Hello Yarn is a great solution.
		This is a very simple wheel to operate, so you should be able to decide if spinning is right for you in a short amount of time.
		The cost is $10 per week and you may keep the wheel for as long as you like.
	www.helloyarn.com /wheelrental.htm (224 words)

	NewYorkCarver.com - Medieval Inventions: The Spinning Wheel
		Unfortunately, no authentic spinning wheels survive from medieval times so primary evidence comes from images and written records of the era.
		The spinning wheel evolved from ancient times when spinning was done on a spindle, which is basically a stick with a stone or weight attached.
		Medieval spinners often used a distaff, (a stick with a fork or comb on the tip used to hold long-staple fibers while spinning) to hold their fibers while they were spinning with a spindle.
	www.newyorkcarver.com /inventions3.htm (239 words)

	The Joy of Handspinning - Parts of the Spinning Wheel
		These are the common parts found on a traditional spinning wheel.
		The wheel that rotates when treadling and causes the other various parts to operate.
		The pedal(s) that operates the wheel by using your feet.
	www.joyofhandspinning.com /wheel-parts.html (251 words)

	The Spinning Wheel (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		As a ex-regular of the Spinning Wheel I was part of the football team from the time it started 12 years ago and last year we did not get any sponsor money that we were promised or did we get any sandwiches of the last 6 months that we left the Spinning Wheel.
		I was in the Spinning Wheel last week and what they have done to the place is fantastic.
		I was recently in the Spinning Wheel and saw plans for a major refurbishment to the toilets and upstairs and downstairs bar.
	www.lammas.com /pubs/TheSpinningWheel.html (2158 words)

	FAQs and Links
		Since ancient times spinning has been done on a spindle, which is basically a stick with a stone or weight attached.
		This wheel-driven spindle is the simplest form of spinning wheel and all wheel structures are based on this basic pulley system.
		Even today, spinning-wheel makers are trying to build better spinning wheels for the many hobby handspinners all over the world.
	www.spwhsl.com /faqlink.htm (829 words)

	Golding Shepherds flock hand carved spinning wheels (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		Each "castle" type wheel (with scotch tension) is handcarved and sculptured out of the finest cherry or fl walnut.
		There are two spinning wheel models available: The Single Flyer Model or the Triple Flyer Model.
		This wheel was designed and constructed for the business VIP FIBERS (Handspun yarn from your Very Important Pet).
	www.dropspindle.info /wheels.html (666 words)

	Spinning Wheel Restoration (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		Bill, while he was alive restored over 1000 spinning wheels and documented 686 of the wheels.
		All wheels are restored to their original working condition and in some cases function better then they did when new.
		Typically wheels cannot be taken too far in advance of restoration, as I do not want customers to have long waiting periods for their return.
	www.bobralph.com /wheels.htm (337 words)

	Schacht Reeves Saxony Hand Spinning Wheel
		Non wheel orders will be adjusted to cost to ship to your location plus $5 handling.
		Schacht spinning wheels and looms are manufactured as ordered and will be delayed to ship.
		If ordering for Christmas, order A.S.A.P. Spinning Wheels will be dropped shipped direct to you from the distributor.
	www.fiber2yarn.com /schacht/reeves_spin_wheel.htm (400 words)

	Lendrum Spinning Wheels - Lendrum Original Spinning Wheel, Lendrum Saxony Spinning Wheel
		They have a very good reputation in the spinning market and have features that are attractive to all spinners.
		It is also available as a "complete" wheel which includes the above plus the jumbo plying head with large orifice, plying drive band, one large bobbin (ratios: 5, 7 and 9 to 1) and the fast flyer (ratios: 12, 15 and 17 to 1).
		This beautifully turned spinning wheel featuring ball bearings in the wheel axle, is available in either cherry, maple or walnut and comes with a double treadle, a Lazy Kate and 4 bobbins.
	www.woolery.com /Pages/lendrumfr.html (950 words)

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