Hand spinning

Hand spinning is a manual textile process utilized to convert prepared raw fibers into continuous yarn. The technique involves twisting bundles of fibers, which must first be drafted and aligned, to increase tensile strength and achieve evenness. Various implements, such as drop spindles or wheel spindles, assist in the controlled twisting motion necessary to create stable strands suitable for weaving or knitting. This fundamental process is essential in textile production, providing a versatile method for generating filament material from staple sources, making it a key element in mechanical and craft-based material science.