Adjective. handspun (not comparable) Spun by hand.

What is a hand spun?

At the most basic level, “hand-spun” is just what it sounds like: Each time someone orders a shake at Chick-fil-A or Wendy's, the treat doesn't just emerge from a machine – an employee mixes at least part of it by spinning ingredients with a blender.

Is hand spun yarn better?

When spun by hand, yarn absorbs more dye where it is loosely spun and less dye where it is spun tightly, thus producing pleasant variegation (know as “Abrash“) in the colors of a rug. ... This produces a wool that is more resilient and carpets made with such wool will last long and wear better.