Learn to spin your own yarn by hand in a supportive group environment.  Over the course of the weekend, we will focus on gaining proficiency with the spinning wheel.  Previous experience with drop spindle spinning is helpful but not necessary.  The weekend will also include a historical overview of the wheel and its parts, fiber types, preparation and drafting, and different spinning and plying techniques.  Participants wishing to bring their own wheel must be sure it is in excellent working condition; wheels will be available for class use.  By the end of the weekend you’ll be much closer to designing your own yarns!

Skill Level: Beginner
Instructor: Ashley Flagg   
Date & Time: Saturday & Sunday, May 1, 2, 10:00am - 3:00pm 
Materials required: 
• Wheel and bobbins are provided by WEBS
• Hand cards (72 - 108 ppsi recommended)
• Niddy-Noddy
• Ball winder (optional)
• Fiber: 10 - 15 oz White Domestic wool, BFL, Corriedale or other long-stable wool roving
• Lazy Kate (optional)
• Note-taking materials
• $20 materials fee payable to Ashley Flagg
• PLEASE BRING YOUR LUNCH.