At A Glance:

Date June 28, from 6PM - 9PM

Cost: $40

Duration: 3 hours

Instructor: Jill Duarte

Skill Level: Intermediate; participants should be able to spin and ply independently.

What students must bring:

• A spinning wheel, e-spinner, or spindles in good working order with the capability of handling up to 6 ounces of fiber

What will be provided:

• Fiber Sampler containing 9 different fiber blends

• Notecards.

Full Description

Explore nine different fiber blends while discussing approaches to spinning different fibers.

Find out which drafting methods pair well with particular fiber preps or blends. We will discuss worsted and woolen drafting methods and how they relate to the fiber you spin.

Fiber blends will include a variety of different wools, silks, flax, viscose and luxury fibers such as yak, camel and cashmere.

Proficiency: Participants should be able to spin and ply independently.