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Thursday, 10 April 2008

Try YouTube! - not just for Eirian! PS Don't get lost, thou tis better than telly

This is a Tibetan woman spinning wool by hand.
She lives in Himalayan Mountains.


Woman from Lake Titicaca spinning wool

This shows a Ladakhi woman spinning with the phang.

The traditional Andean spinning top hand spindle called a Puscha

Spinning wool at the 18th century Bowman Farm,
Frontier Culture Museum of Virginia.


old lady from the Hills in the Himachal

Great wheel spinning

Amanda Spinning

spin yarn using a Navajo spindle

Mrs Helen Maddrell (Isle of Man) demonstrating carding and spinning
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Tawe Guild of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers

Tawe Guild of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers
We aim to promote the ancient crafts of spinning, weaving and dyeing for all in the community. We are a creative group, always willing to try something new or develop old skills. Friendly, interested and interesting, our members include people with all levels of expertise and welcome new members whether expert or novice. We meet in Pontardawe at The Cross Community Centre on Tuesdays, where we have a permanent studio, leave a message in there or leave a note in the comment box and we will contact you with details. Or contact us by email: taweguild@gmail.com

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