Beginning Drop Spindle

About this experience

Beginning Drop Spindle


Cost: $60


Dates: Thurs Sep 3rd (630pm - 830pm)


Description: Come join us and learn all about the fibery goodness that is spinning. We'll teach you how to turn fiber into beautiful handspun yarn with your bare hands. Starting with all the info on animal fiber and the differences between them, you'll then learn about staple length, predrafting your fiber and spinning using the park and draft method.


Fiber: 2oz each of two different types of fiber to try, generally Blue Faced Leicester, Merino, or Corriedale 


Spindle: Greensleeves Bare Bones drop spindle


Skill Level: Complete Beginner


Taught by: Lara