Spinning
PLEASE NOTE: presently ALL in person classes are postponed until further notice.
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INTRO TO WHEEL SPINNING
This is a two day beginner spinning class using an Ashford Kiwi Wheel, and includes equipment rental for a 10 day period. Participants will learn how to set up and use the equipment. All materials included ($40 reduction in cost if you have your own Ashford Wheel). Minimum 2 and maximum 4 participants.
Materials (INCLUDED): Participants will receive a three week rental of an Ashford Two Treadle Kiwi Spinning Wheel and 100 grams of Corriedale wool in two colours of your choice.
DATES: TBD
COST: $135 (+tax) plus $80 deposit on the Spinning wheel
INSTRUCTOR: Ruth Griffiths
LEARN TO SPIN WITH A DROP SPINDLE
Want to learn to spin your own yarn? This 2-hour workshop will teach the basics of how to make your yarn with a drop spindle. Participants will be spinning a single ply yarn and will receive a basic intro to the process of spinning your own yarn from beginning to end. Participants will also learn various drafting techniques. Minimum 3 and maximum 6 participants.
Materials (INCLUDED): Participants will receive top whorl spindle and 50 grams of Corriedale wool in the colour of your choice.
DATES: TBD
COST: $80 (+tax) all materials included
INSTRUCTOR: Ruth Griffiths
