Have you ever wondered about the history of Canadian Production Wheels (CPWs)? Why were so many produced in Quebec during the late 1800s and early 1900s? I was inspired to do some research on CPWs after acquiring one myself.
The CPW is a beautiful historical spinning wheel and a real workhorse. I like to compare it to a draft horse and adoringly call my wheel Philippe after the draft horse in Beauty and the Beast.
Keep reading to learn all about the history, key features, and how to spin on a CPW.Read More
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I found a Vintage Ashford Traditional and it is a Project!
I came across what looked like a great deal! I found a vintage Ashford Traditional, but it needs a lot of work! This is the story of my new project wheel and the other goodies I acquired with it including a set of hand cards and 4 drop spindles.Read More
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The Spinning Wheel Shaped Object (SWSOs)
What is a spinning wheel shaped object and how can you spot one? These decorative spinning wheel shaped objects are floating around out there on sale sites enticing new spinners to make a disappointing mistake. Avoid making this mistake yourself by learning more about spinning wheel shaped objects.Read More
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I Painted My Spinning Wheel! (And I Don’t Hate It.)
My first spinning wheel was a vintage Ashford Traditional. I bought it from someone online so I didn’t see it in person first. It wouldn’t have mattered, it spun and the price was right. However, I wasn’t incredibly happy with the wood stain color of it. For years I debated painting my spinning wheel. IRead More