AboutBJ Heeke Expertise I can answer questions about spindle spinning, low whorl, high whorl, & supported spindles. I can answer questions about navajo plying on a wheel, & andean plying from a spindle. I can also answer questions regarding making one`s own spindles from CD`s or wooden wheels and dowels.
I have limited weaving experience, but if I do not know the answer, I surely will find someone who does!
Experience I have been spinning for 20 years. I make my own spindles. I have taught spindling classes.
Organizations Northwest Regional Spinner's Association, Texas Fiber Guild, Heart of Texas Spinners & Weavers, & Spindlitis. Past member of the Little Flock Handspinners of Seattle (disbanded) and Valley Spinners (opps, lapsed membership).
Publications I have written a series of articles for NwRSA's newsletter 'Loose Threads' for spinners about finding information on the Internet called 'Wired Threads'.
I have served as an editor for the Contemporary Handweavers of Texas as well as membership chair for 2 years. I also taught a spindling class at the 2005 conference in Austin, TX.
I will be teaching at Kid 'n Ewe in Boerne, TX November 10-12, 2006.
I don't think this is in your area of expertise, but you might be able to point me in the right direction. I have what has been identified as a late 1800's Hungarian wheel. I'm trying to find out more about it because the bobbin/flyer assembly is broken/missing and I also want to replace the spindle as the tip is broken off. I appreciate any advise or direction you can share. I have more pictures (close-ups) if that would help.
Answer Wow! That is a beautiful wheel! There are several places you can get replacement parts made for your wheel. you did not say what part of the country you are in so here are a few.
Ron Antoine, 23205 Franquette Dr. SE, Amity, Or 97101 (503) 835-5312
Dave Paul (http//www.themerlintree.com), 2093 Barton Road, W. Glover, VT 05875 802-754-6433 kanooh@sover.net
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