Support Spindles

Support spindles (supported spindles) are spun while resting on a surface such as the floor, a table, a bowl, or your lap. Almost all support spindles have their whorl towards the bottom of the spindle shaft.

Two of the most commonly seen supported spindles are the Navajo spindle and the tahkli. Navajo spindles are large and are supported on the floor while spinning. They are most often used for spinning a heavier wool yarn.

Tahklis are very small and lightweight. They are generally used to spin cotton and other fine fibers.

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If you can’t find any supported spindles on eBay, you may want to check out the spindles at Paradise Fibers. They often carry tahklis and Navajo spindles.