Hand spindle

A hand spindle is a simple tool used to spin fibers, like wool or cotton, into yarn or thread. It consists of a slender shaft with a small weight or whorl at one end, helping it spin smoothly. You hold the top and gently spin the spindle to twist the fibers together, creating yarn. It's a portable device, ideal for small-scale or traditional fiber arts, and requires manual effort. Hand spindles have been used for thousands of years and remain popular for their craftsmanship and connection to historical textile techniques.