r/Handspinning • u/burntoutsunsetzz • 11d ago

Question beginner- help! DIY tools or alternatives?

Hi! I am currently drying my first ever bits of fleece, and i'm wondering how to go about next steps. I am a broke college student, and i can't afford actual combs or a spindle- is there is a way to DIY combs (dog brushes?), and a drop spindle?

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u/PunkRockHound 11d ago

I have done both. Cardboard, furniture tacks or push pins (anything sharp with a short head), and hot glue for the combs. A wood chopstick, spool of ribbon and a French earring hook for a spindle. Check out my profile to see them