Spinning yarn for beginners
Draft fibre, add twist and wind a single before deciding whether to ply it.
Gather and work
Use prepared wool, a spindle and a leader. Attach the fibre to the leader, spin the spindle in one chosen direction and pinch to stop twist entering the drafting supply. Draft a small amount, release the pinch to let twist enter, then wind the finished yarn onto the shaft.
First project
Spin a short single, let a slack section fold back on itself and observe the prospective two-ply. Ply in the opposite direction to balance the original twist.
Keep the work even
Too little twist lets the single break; too much twist makes drafting difficult. Keep fingers away from powered equipment and tie the skein securely before washing.