It's not too time consuming, you almost enter a "Zen" like state when spinning. The addiction starts when you have raw fibers and start to work with them, and then you start to think, "Hmm.. I can dye these" I was able to spin on a Kiwi, and I got hooked so I was pleasantly surprised to find out GSK ordered one for me as a Valentine's day present. Lasts much longer than chocolate. I'm looking forward to taking it out and spinning outside in the Summer. So she should be here in a week. I learned on the hand spindle, and I'm happy I did, I was able to transition to the wheel without thinking. And Meg your package will be coming in the next two weeks. I didn't forget about your or Rob or the staff, so keep an eye out for it. The blue green was dyed with a mix of acid dyes and is spinning into some gorgeous coloration.