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SPINNING CLASSES

The beginning spinning classes are designed with the novice in mind. You do not need to have any experience in having spun yarn before. For the intermediate class, you need to be able to spin a consistent singles.

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 60 mm spindle ($29). By Deją Mackey.

S18 Oct. 12 (Mon.) 6-8 p.m. 1 day $45.00 LEARN MORE AND ENROLL NOW

BEGINNING SPINNING ON A WHEEL

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.

S11 Nov. 1 (Sun.) 1-4 p.m. 1 day $50.00 Carla Tilghman LEARN MORE AND ENROLL NOW

S12 Dec. 19 (Sat.) 9:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m. 1 day $50.00 Carla Tilghman LEARN MORE AND ENROLL NOW

S13 Dec. 19 (Sat.) 1:30-4:30 p.m. 1 day $50.00 Carla Tilghman LEARN MORE AND ENROLL NOW

INTERMEDIATE SPINNING: PLYING TECHNIQUES

You can spin a single ply yarn-- what's next? We will take your singles and create 2 ply and 3 ply yarns and learn how to chain ply. Learn how to set up your wheel for plying; and discuss twist angle and what size single you need to achieve the yarn you want. You will need a minimum of 1-2 ounces total of handspun singles in the range of 9-13 wraps per inch prepared for plying. Split your prepared singles onto 3 separate bobbins. You will need at least 1 empty bobbin. You will need to bring either a treadle wheel or an electric wheel. Prepared singles can be spun in solid colors or painted braids in 100% wool fiber. Polwarth, Corriedale Cross, Cheviot, BFL, or Targhee would be wonderful. By Tabetha Evans.

S21 Oct. 31 (Sat.) 12:30-4:30 p.m. 1 day $60.00 LEARN MORE AND ENROLL NOW

  • All class enrollments must include payment.
  • Students must be 16 years or older to sign up for classes unless they are specifically kids' classes.
  • Unless otherwise noted, cancellations must be made 3 days prior to class starting to receive a refund or store credit.
  • 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 yarns during the class period.

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      Beginning Drop Spindle Spinning October 12 Monday
      Beginning Drop Spindle Spinning October 12 Monday

      Item #: XX-CLASS-S18
      $45.00
      Beginning Spinning November 1 Sunday Afternoon
      Beginning Spinning November 1 Sunday Afternoon

      Item #: XX-CLASS-S11
      $50.00
      Beginning Spinning December 19 Saturday Morning
      Beginning Spinning December 19 Saturday Morning

      Item #: XX-CLASS-S12
      $50.00