BEGINNING DROP SPINDLE SPINNING Learn how to use a top or bottom whorl spindle to transform spinning fiber into yarn. This beginning level class focuses on how to manage your fiber and spindle to make a continuous thread. We will cover basic spinning terms, getting started, what to do with your spun yarn, and making 2-ply yarn. Fiber will be provided in class. Please plan to bring or purchase the Ashford Top Whorl spindle ($25.50). By Caitlin Wilson. S15 Nov. 13 (Mon.), 6:30-8:30 p.m. 1 evening $40.00 THIS CLASS IS FULL PLYING TECHNIQUES ON A DROP SPINDLE Go beyond 2-ply with three techniques to create 3-ply yarns using a spindle: chain ply, traditional 3-ply, and crepe. We will discuss why you might choose one of these techniques instead of a 2-ply and practice making small samples of each type of yarn. Please bring at least one 1- to 3-ounce spindle to class with 2 ounces or 50 yards of singles spun and left on your spindle. We will provide a fiber goody bag. By Caitlin Wilson. S17 Dec. 7 (Thurs.) 6-8 p.m. 1 evening $40.00 LEARN MORE AND ENROLL NOW! BEGINNING SPINNING In this beginning class you will learn how a spinning wheel works and how to manage your spinning fiber to make yarn. The focus of this beginning class is to get you comfortable using a spinning wheel and making your first handspun yarn. All materials and wheels provided. By Audrey Lintner. S14 Oct. 14 (Sat.), 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 1 day $65.00 LEARN MORE AND ENROLL NOW! S18 Nov. 25 (Sat.), 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 1 day $65.00 LEARN MORE AND ENROLL NOW! SPIN NIGHT is back! Join us every 3rd Thursday of the month from 6-8 p.m. for an informal spinning session. Spin nights are social events and are free of charge—come on down with your wheel or spindle!
Please note: · All class enrollments must include payment. · Students must be 16 years or older to sign up for classes. · Cancellations must be made 3 days prior to class starting in order to receive a refund. · Yarn Barn will cancel a class 3 days prior to class start if the enrollment is below the minimum number; refunds will be issued. · Unless noted, materials are not included in the class fee; we have a recommended list of supplies for each class. · Students will receive a discount off most fibers during the class period.
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