The Spindolyn ™*
~the Original Quill Supported Spindles ~
The unique and
original "quill supported" engineering eliminate the "drop" of a drop
spindle, the need for the support of a support spindle and give a
smooth, fast spin, great for medium fine to fine yarns.
The hardwood base and whorls are finished with an oil
based stain in a warm, neutral tone. The final coat is a hand rubbed
non-toxic oil finish of my own recipe of a combination of beeswax, coconut oil, mineral oil
and all natural lemon oil. (It may be ordered unfinished upon special
request.)
In response to loyal customers
and spindolyn collectors, I have decided to offer the interchangeable
bases and spindles both separately, so that you can mix or match or add
to your collection in whatever way you choose.
This reorganization has resulted in some combinations being new lower
prices! (that's always nice!) Video (this video is of the older model, though the concept is the same.
The new video is in filming stages, thank you for your patience)
The Spindolyn is made of two parts, the
spindle whorl with it's brass shaft, and the wooden base with
it's specially shaped brass tube that the shaft rides in.
The base sits between your knees,
tucks in your pocket or fits into a bean bag pouch
so that it can sit comfortably anywhere on your lap.
The spindolyn can be used for fine
and short to medium and long,
from "cotton to Cotswold" so to
speak. It is not a production spinner, it does not spin wicked fast,
nor does it hold a big amount of spun fiber, but it is fun and
relaxing.
Perfect for spinning sitting down, in the car,
tucked in your pocket, in your easy chair or while lounging on the
couch!
Choose
your Spindolyn Whorl Style (don't forget to order a base, too, if you don't already have one, spindolyns
donotwork without a base. All spindolyn spindles are ~9" and fit in
bases with a 3" tube)
Tenor
The Tenor is moderate speed and handles a wide range of fibers, it
is a good all around choice.
2 3/4" diameter, 2 oz whorl.
Soprano
The soprano is the daughter of the Original. Lighter weight
than the tenor, it can spin a wee bit faster for finer, more
delicate spinning.
2 1/2"diameter 1.2 oz whorl
(It is also available with or without the tubing over the shaft, for
those who might prefer to forgo the comfort of the tubing for the
tiny gain in speed of the uncovered brass shaft (drop me a note in
the shopping cart)
12.00
Mezzo (new!)
The best all around whorl, simplistic styling out of hand rubbed
oak, in a mid weight that can spin from fine to bulky.
2 1/2" diamter, 1.8 oz whorl
Choose your Spindolyn Base
Castle Base
This base works well in a bean bag pouch, knitted nest or sitting
between your knees.
(~5"
tall)
Baby Doll Base
Cute! versatile. (~4 1/4" tall)
Apollo Base
This style has lower clearance (useful in the car) and can also fit
sticking out of your jeans pocket for spinning and walking
(chewing gum, too, if you can swing it)
(~4"tall)
Cubia
The only style that can be used on a tabletop as well as in your
lap. The cubia is also different from the others in that the tube
sits at an angle. This allows you to draft out to the side, reducing
arm fatigue and overhead clearance.
The square base can be set at a variety of angles in the crook of
your lap; straight up for faster spinning, at an angle for more
leisurely spinning. (2 x 2" cube, ~4" heigth)
15.00
~How
to Order~ Our
shopping cart
uses the secure payment gateway provided by paypal, but you can also pay with your credit card, or an e-check, through the handy
Paypal service.
When you click "proceed to checkout"
this is where the cart calculates US or international shipping. At
this point you can still change your
order, or add or remove things from your cart, you will still
have to click "pay" before your order is final.
~ Shipping Policy~ As with all of our products,
each item is individually made on a per order basis. The glue
and finish has to be completely dry and the quality checked
before the spindles can be shipped out.
Most order ship within a few days, but I am
a one woman business, and sometimes, if it is a time of high
demand, I can run as much as a week behind. But
be assured I am pedaling as fast as I can. If you are in a great
hurry for a special reason, like a birthday, please email and I
will try my best to accommodate your need for speed.
Overseas and
international orders: After you have
put items in your cart, click "proceed to checkout" (you will still
have time to change things before payment)
At the top of your shopping cart, you will see a drop down menu
where you can find your country's shipping calculation, if you do
not, contact me.
Other countries and wholesale
inquiries, or any questions at all, contact me via email at
cadymay( )gmail( ) ( please fill in the @
and the .com in the email address)
~ Satisfaction Policy~ I want your experience with the spindolyn to be a happy one.
If something goes awry (wrong spindle shipped, defective,
whatever, even though I really try very hard, perfection in this
lifetime is not going to happen for me) I will be happy to
exchange or replace your spindle for the correct model or refund your money
(including postage) if you choose to return it.
If you return it because you decide spinning is jut not for you, I will
also refund your money. (not including postage)
In addition, I will be happy to give you spinning tips to help
you get over the hump of learning, just give me holler at
cadymay gmail (please fill in the @
and the .com in the email address)
Etsy Store
From time to time I have one of a kind (ooak) spindolyns available,
out of special woods, or fun designs, or ideas that I just was happy
with. Seemed like the best way to list them would be in an Etsy
store, which is coming soon.
Mezzo in cubia base sitting between knees, ready for spinning.