A Flock of Starlings to take flight and changes happening at Daedalus HQ!
- Evanita W. Montalvo
- 2 days ago
- 4 min read
Before we get into the information for the next back of Starlings we have some exciting news! Daedalus is currently in the process of relocating from Lexington, Kentucky, to Winchester, Kentucky. As a result, Becca and Dave have been busy packing and moving both their personal belongings and the business operations. During this transition, there will be delays in shipping while the team assists with unpacking and setting up the new workshop space. We greatly appreciate patience while we work through the transition and getting the workshop set back up including getting our printers and other machines settled into their new work space. We are all very enthusiastic about this move, as it will create opportunities for the continued growth of Daedalus Spinning Wheels.
Once Daedalus HQ is all set up at the new location and we've finished our festival season prep we will be getting the printers set up to incubate the next flock of Starlings for the Queue. The anticipated flight schedule for these Starlings is end of May/beginning of June. Emails have been sent out via Support@daedalusspinningwheels.com.
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About the Starling V3FP
Starling V3/V3FP was conceived to be our “all around” spinning wheel, capable of processing the widest range of yarns that would satisfy the vast majority of our clients. The ultra lightweight design lends itself very well towards the light end of that spectrum, with the standard flyer easily capable of lace finer than 100 wraps per inch (WPI). Since fine yarns is what Daedalus designs do best, we recently came up with a Lace Flyer for Starling V3/V3FP, extending its ability well into embroidery threads in the 200+ WPI range.
However, it was recently pointed out to us that most of our wheels lean towards these finer yarns, and the only true Art Flyer was built for the mighty Magpie. But this is our flagship production spinner, and thus leaves the vast majority of our customers without a good option for art yarns. So, in an effort to stay faithful to the original design goal of a wheel to please everyone, and with the broadest spinning range available in mind. Dave went back to the drawing board with a fresh vision and created the Starling V3/V3FP Art Flyer.
One of the goals of the design was to soften the radius of all the diversions in yarn path, as well as opening up the paths so that even larger yarn structures can be processed. The flyer shoulders and guides now use an open metal bars instead of enclosed loops, which help achieve both of these goals. This new feature has actually surpassed our expectations, with testers noting how easily and fluidically the yarn gets onto the bobbin. In addition, It uses the same bobbins as the Starling Standard Flyer, giving the spinner approximately 3-3.5 oz of capacity for bulky yarns. While this capacity may not be tailored to the extensive production of art yarn, it is just right for the hobbyist. Whether you are experimenting or testing out fresh ideas that you may wish to explore before embarking on a larger project, the Starling Art Flyer gives you options not previously available to this model. With all three flyers—the Lace, Standard, and Art—the Starling becomes the spinner's perfect class wheel. Offering a world of unlimited possibilities while learning and exploring the art of spinning.
Cost Breakdown
Starling V3FP (without the speed controller) - $950
Speed Controller (required to operate) - $140
Flyer Add-ons:
Starling V3/V3FP Lace Flyer Kit* (Add-on only) - $440
Starling V3/V3FP Art Flyer** (Add-on only) - $380
*Lace Flyer Kit includes 3 Lace Bobbins
**Art Flyer uses Standard Bobbins and does not come with bobbins
Extra Bobbin Packs
Extra set of 3 Standard bobbins in the color and pattern of choice - $125usd
Extra set of 3 Flat Pack Bobbins for Standard/Art Flyers (White Whorl/Black Core) - $155
Extra set of 3 Starling V3/V3FP Lace Bobbins - $90
What's Included with your Starling V3FP Purchase
When purchasing a Starling V3FP you will receive the wheel, Standard Flyer, three black Helios bobbins, and a spares kit. If you do not already have a Daedalus Speed Controller whether our standard one or the one that fits within the Magpie then you will need to make sure you add one to your order.
Evanita