Conventional Dropspindle (Top Whorl)

The Louët drop spindle is a simple tool for spinning wool. The standard drop spindle has weight or whirl to help with the spinning motion and a hook on the short side of the shaft, closest to the weight. The weight is on top during spinning. Yarn goes through the hook, around the weight and collects on the shaft after the spinner wraps the spun yarn. It is a very manual and slower method of spinning but is still used today by many cultures in South America and Aisa.