Beaded Acrylic Whorl Drop Spindle No.203 - Choose from 10 Shaft Colors - Free Shipping (US)

$46.90




- ACRYLIC WHORL DROP SPINDLE No. 203
Gold Colored Stainless Beads, Austrian Crystal Spacer Beads, Top and Bottom Gold Plated Pendants, Color Tinted Acrylic Whorl,
and Gold Tone or Plated Cap Beads and Findings - 1-3/4" Whorl

1) CHOOSE FROM AVAILABLE SHAFT COLORS from drop down menu - available in STANDARD Length of 8" or MINI Length of 6.75”
2) CHOOSE FROM Top Whorl (as shown) or Bottom Whorl

- WEIGHT/DIMENSIONS:
Weight: 0.9 ounce (25.5 grams)
Whorl: Acrylic 1/8” x 1.75” (2.4mm x 4.5cm)
Shaft: 3/32” dia. Metallic Candy-Apple-Red
Overall Length: 8” (21cm)

- NEW STYLE DROP SPINDLE for spinning Cotton, silk, fine wool, and other fine staple fibers:

- THIS IS THE EASIEST SPINDLE TO SPIN FIBER ON THAT I HAVE EVER USED! The small diameter and light weight of this spindle makes it perfect for drawing out fiber in one hand while spinning the shaft with the other hand and getting some twist in the fiber prior to suspending the fiber and adding twist from the fast spin that you get from this spindle.
John Galen

This design incorporates a 1/8" acrylic whorl that has a color tint in the center to reflect color out to the edge - making it appear to glow at certain angles - and I use two gold tone or plated pendants , 2 multi-crystal spacer beads, and numerous gold tone/plated cap beads and findings. The WHORL is made from a laser cut acrylic disc that I've milled to soften the edges and heat polished. The shaft is made from high carbon (spring) steel with a forged hook that has a 2-part powder coat paint finish applied for a beautiful look and feel. All parts, including whorl, findings, cap bead, and findings are assembled with an industrial 2-part epoxy glue.

- FREE SHIPPING - US ONLY: Applies to All US States and Select US Territories and ships via USPS 1st Class Mail. Upgraded/expedited shipping options available at check-out.
- In-stock orders typically ship in 1 business day. Out-of-stock/custom orders typically ship within 10 business days. Please allow 2 to 5 days for transit time (ships from Tucson, AZ).

- INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING AVAILABLE: I ship to 38 countries and rates are available on this page (top right).

- Hand crafted in Tucson, AZ, by John Galen Gudenkauf (owner/artist) with US and Global Materials.

Shipping from United States

Processing time

2-5 business days

Estimated shipping times

  • North America : 2 - 5 business days
  • Europe : 8 - 12 business days
  • Australia, New Zealand and Oceania : 8 - 12 business days

I'll do my best to meet these shipping estimates, but can't guarantee them. Actual delivery time will depend on the shipping method you choose.

Customs and import taxes

Buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply. I'm not responsible for delays due to customs.

Payment Options

Secure options
  • Accepts Etsy gift cards

Returns & Exchanges

I gladly accept returns and exchanges

Just contact me within: 14 days of delivery

Ship items back to me within: 30 days of delivery

I don't accept cancellations

But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.

The following items can't be returned or exchanged

Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:

  • Custom or personalized orders

Conditions of return

Buyers are responsible for return shipping costs. If the item is not returned in its original condition, the buyer is responsible for any loss in value.

Frequently Asked Questions

Custom and personalized orders

Yes. I gladly accept custom orders, although they are limited when it comes to altering dimensions. TAHKLI/SUPPORT SPINDLES: customers can choose (in most cases) from the shaft colors, beads, and whorl color/wood species of items already listed.

Wholesale availability

Yes. I do offer wholesale sales to qualifying re-sellers. Contact me and we can discuss terms

Orders by Mail/Checks Accepted

I gladly accept orders by mail and do accept checks. When ordering, please phone or email John Galen to check availability and to reserve the item(s) you wish to order. When I receive the order/check in the mail, I will send out the package within 24 hours.
CONTACT: John Galen at 520-490-4962
EMAIL: johng@johngalen.com

Reviews (2)

Average:

Beautiful workmanship! Careful, lovely, and caring packaging. Lovely little lamb charms. Great shipping, very fragile items and all arrived in great shape. Thank you for such beauty and art in these tools.


A beautiful spindle & well balanced. It spins beautifully.


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