I had to take off the old brake band and replace it (I replaced it with some old acrylic wool until that stops working too... ) and I used some vegetable oil to lubricate the actual wheel as it was making bad noises. I think Harold misses his mate Hattie!
On another note, I also bought some pre- spun wool to add to my ever expanding collection (Even though I promised myself I wouldn't...). It is a lovely grey Sirdar Big Bamboo. Below is a swatch I knitted on size 12 needles which looks good enough to make into a jumper (a very cozy and nice jumper). I wanted a quick and cozy project I would actually finish so here it goes...
Over and out...