Choose dubbing tools
Spinners and twisters for dubbing loops
Form a thread loop and hook the tool into it, keeping the loop under control while you add a small, even amount of fibre. Close the loop around the material and rotate the tool to twist it into a strand. Tool designs differ: check how the arms, hooks or grip hold the loop before starting.
Needles and bodkins do a different job
A fine point helps separate fibres, position materials or apply a small amount of a suitable finish. It is not a substitute for a loop spinner. Use a light touch when teasing a body so you do not cut the thread or pull the dressing apart.
Choose the tool around the material
Longer or coarser fibres often need more space in the loop and careful distribution. Fine dubbing generally needs very little material. Brushes can soften the outline after winding. Match thread strength to the pressure you need, and practise with a small amount before filling a long loop.
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Continue with dubbing materials; check product compatibility and instructions before use.