Spinning and Weaving

 

Hand Spinning using Large Wheel
A 'Jersey Wheel' or Large Wheel used for spinning Wool and Cotton here being used
to 'tighten up' loose hand spun yarn ready for weaving

 

18th Ctry Hand Loom
18th Ctry Clothiers Hand Loom from Hogarth's 'Industry and Idleness'

 

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