Introduction to Spinning Kit

This kit comes with everything you need to begin your spinning journey, including a selection of fibres, some carders, a drop spindle, and a spinning book with all the instructions you need. Makes for the perfect gift, for yourself or a loved one!

DETAILS

This spinning kit comes with the following:

• One pair of Hand Carders Small (72PPSI 185 x 80mm)
• One Student Drop Spindle
• Introduction to Spinning Booklet – includes carding, spinning and plying instructions
• 150g of assorted fibre, including Corriedale, Merino, dyed English Leicester locks, Silk and Angelina

HOW IT'S MADE

Ashford was founded in 1934 by Walter Ashford in Christchurch, New Zealand. Today, it is run by Walter's grandson James Ashford and his husband Dave. The Ashford factory is now located outside of Christchurch, and makes high quality spinning and weaving tools from fine beech hardwood, as well as combed fibre including mulesing-free NZ Corriedale and Merino. Find out more about Ashford here.