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MargieP
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Spinning wheels and lace knitting Hello I live in near High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. Im a lover of all things knitted, and in particular lace knitting. Ive had yarn and related notions either in my hands or nearby since I can remember, so its deep in my psyche to keep my hands busy all the time.
Im a newbie to spinning and would love to own my own wheel. Retail prices are too high for me, eBay prices fluctuate rather quickly and suppliers of 2nd hand wheels also ask high prices.
Does anyone have a nice, working wheel they want to part with to satisfy in their downsizing lifestyle? Also, any related spinning items like a lazy kate, niddy noddy, wool winders etc. I would be happy to discuss prices and collection with genuine people.
Many thanks
Margie
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sally_in_wales
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Welcome to Downsizer!
Are you keeping an eye on Ravelry too? The for sale boards over there often have wheels etc at good prices. With ebay, you can still get bargains but be very aware that there are a lot of decorative rather than functional wheels out there, I've helped at so many spinning weekends where someone has come along all hopeful with their 'new' wheel only to find whilst it goes round, it was never intended for real spinning.
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sally_in_wales
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might also be worth adding your general location to your profile too, always helps people work out whether you are close enough for loan equipment or an invite to the next fibre day or whatever
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wellington womble
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Is there a spinning guild there still? I think there used to be one near Wycombe. I came across them at the county show, which will be on again at the end of August. They may be able to advise, or even hire or lend equipment.
Some of the small yarn shops might be able to put you in touch with someone local too. I used to go to Rainbow Silks in great missenden or the lady who has alpacas in Butlers Cross (I can't remember the name now. She has a small shop and used to run a knitting group) if they are still there - we used to live near Wendover.
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MargieP
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Welcome to Downsizer!
Are you keeping an eye on Ravelry too? The for sale boards over there often have wheels etc at good prices. With ebay, you can still get bargains but be very aware that there are a lot of decorative rather than functional wheels out there, I've helped at so many spinning weekends where someone has come along all hopeful with their 'new' wheel only to find whilst it goes round, it was never intended for real spinning. |
I have been watching many sites, but not Ravelry. Thanks for the suggestion.
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