What is spindle wheel car?

Spindle wheel car (also known as spinning wheel car) is a type of vehicle that was typically used by spinners in the 19th and early 20th centuries to carry their spinning wheels from one place to another. It was a simple and portable mode of transportation that allowed spinners to move around easily to attend spinning gatherings or to sell their yarns in the market.

The spindle wheel car was essentially a small cart, usually drawn by a horse or a donkey, that had a flat platform on which the spinning wheel was placed. The spinning wheel was secured to the platform by a simple clamping mechanism, which kept it steady during transportation.

The spindle wheel car was a common sight in rural areas, where spinning was a popular domestic activity for women. It was also used by professional spinners who traveled from one town to another to sell their yarns or to demonstrate their spinning skills.

Today, spindle wheel cars are rare and are mostly found in museums or private collections. They provide a glimpse into the history of spinning and the role that spinning wheels played in the lives of rural communities in the past.