Workshop Info

When we prepare fibers to spin we forget about the oldest tools of all: our hands. Consider getting “back to the sheep” and spinning hand-prepared (literally) locks into textured, lofty yarns. It is a fitting and extremely satisfying method of preparing and spinning primitive and long wool fleeces. Spinning from the lock allows the individual character of the wool to be highlighted in the yarn.

SKILL LEVEL REQUIRED:  Advanced Beginner

PREREQUISITE:  Must be able to spin a continuous yarn and ply without assistance.

HOMEWORK:  N/A

QUESTIONS ABOUT THE WORKSHOP?  Email treeoflife@metrocast.net

NOTE: Images are a representation of the workshop project. 

MATERIAL FEE:  A material fee of $25 will be collected by the instructor via cash or Venmo.  It includes: folder, handouts, sample cards. 4 - 5 ounces of washed wool locks (some hand dyed) from Icelandic, Gotland, Shetland and Jacob.

STUDENTS MUST BRING:  Spinning wheel in working order, 3 bobbins, lazy kate, niddy noddy, paper tags.

We also suggest bringing a battery operated light should you need additional lighting.

 NOTE:  There is no onsite ATM on Thursday and Friday. 

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