I spent last weekend at the spring spinning guild retreat. We had cool weather, good food (and plenty of it!) and lots of silly laughs and giggles. I actually spun up all the fiber I'd brought with me. (I didn't bring all that much, but I usually WAY over-estimate how much I can do.)
Here's my bobbin:
I also FINALLY had time to use my Tabacheck Tibetan Spindle with the spindle bowl I got from Knitwitch.
Top view:
Side view:
As you can see, it has a little foot on the bottom. This GREATLY increases the stability of the bowl. I've spun with spindle bowls that lacked this feature, and lemme tell you, it can be a challenge. There's also some non-slip stuff on the bottom, which also helps keep the bowl in place.
It's a little harder to see the indentation in the center of the bowl for the point of your spindle -- another EXCELLENT idea! My previous spindle bowls also lacked this feature. If you've been itching to try a supported spindle, you couldn't do better than to put one of these little bowls under it. My spindle spun like a dream with it. Thanks to KnitWitch for a great product! Highly recommended.
I do have dog news. My dad had a dog named Lucky. Lucky kept Dad company for most of the last 9 years. When my dad died, it pretty much fell on me to take Lucky in, since I'm the dog person in the family.
Lucky was both spoiled and fat. And when I say fat, I mean FAAAAAAAAATTT. According to Dad's vet, Lucky weighed 70 lbs. at one point. And Lucky is smaller than Jasper or Bouncer. Jeezopete.
So Lucky's been on a strict diet. He's losing weight, and honestly, he's fitting into the pack here pretty well considering he's never lived with anyone other than my dad, and never had to get along with other dogs before. He's a bit of a resource guarder, but we're working on that.
So here's my pack as it stands right now. L - R: Lucky, Bouncer, and Jasper. I am WAY outnumbered by the males in my household.
I love the colors in that spindle bowl! Sadly all of my spindles have been neglected since my wheel made its entrance into Chez Mousie.. I'm sure they're jealous. lol. The pups look happy.. glad to see they're all getting along.
Posted by: Mouse | April 01, 2008 at 07:23 AM
YAY!! I'm so glad you like the spindle bowl!
Posted by: Brittany Newberry | April 01, 2008 at 08:39 AM
That's a beautiful bobbin full of yarn! And I just love the dog picture. They totally look like they know to be good for the camera. :)
Posted by: Beth | April 01, 2008 at 09:08 AM
The spinning looks wonderful. I could sit and watch you spin for hours! I have one of KW bowls and I love mine too - makes controlling my takhli much easier.
Your pack is full of pretty boys! But, I totally understand about the outnumbered thing!
Posted by: Sandy | April 01, 2008 at 10:26 AM
Lucky is a handsome guy! Yay! for an easy transition to your family. :)
Posted by: Beth | April 01, 2008 at 10:35 AM
Aw, Lucky is very lucky indeed to be adopted into your pack! They are very cute and I'm sure they are all good boys and no trouble whatsoever. :)
Posted by: Michelle | April 01, 2008 at 12:05 PM
Lucky is gorgeous! He looks very much like an English Shepherd. He also looks quite happy to be in your pack! :D
Indy (now about 10 yrs old) is quite chubby and on a diet as well. He needs more walks, now that spring is coming (theoretically, anyway - it snowed again yesterday).
Thanks for the link to the spindle bowls! I have one that has a small base - not much good for lap spinning, definitely works better on a flat surface. I've been thinking about doing some support spinning lately, maybe a tahkli and some cotton...
Posted by: Caroline in NH | April 01, 2008 at 02:33 PM
Congrats on the new family member. One of these days, you are going to need to adopt yourself another girl. ;)
Have I ever mentioned how gorgeous your pups are? Jeeze.
Oh and the spindle and cup look really cool. They seem so big, but they clearly produce lovely fine yarn (in the right hands).
Posted by: Marnie | April 01, 2008 at 02:39 PM
That's a great looking family ya' got there ;-)
Posted by: TheAmpuT | April 02, 2008 at 08:16 PM
Bless you for taking care of Lucky. Many years ago, my mom adopted two shelter pups who had been abandoned when their mom died and her kids didn't want the dogs. As an only child, I naturally have the "obligation" for mom's pups when she passes; fortunately, I am my mother's daughter. :-)
Lucky looks really good in the picture. I'd never have guessed he was overweight. And we currently stand at 2 and 2 male:female ratio. When I have a say in the matter, I do prefer to be outnumbered. :-)
Posted by: danielle | April 04, 2008 at 09:14 AM