Introduction Handspinning Class - Tuesday Evenings - September

Tuesday evenings with Maureen
September 9 from 6-7 PM
& September 16 from 6-9 PM
& September 23 from 6-8 PM

Our popular introduction to spinning with a wheel class moves to Friday night! Bring your wheel or rent one (rental cost is $115, payable directly to Maureen and covers a rental throughout the class from September 9-23) while we discuss the anatomy of a spinning wheel, principles of spinning, and how-to create your first skein of handspun two-ply yarn.

Please note this workshop will be held in the basement at Wolseley Wool so please be prepared to descend century-old stairs.

Week One (September 9 from 6-7 PM)
Pick your rental wheel OR bring your own wheel for assessment to confirm it’s in good, working order. We do not offer wheel repair services at this time so it’s imperative that your wheel is functional unless you want to rent one of ours. You’ll depart with a supplied handbook to browse in readiness for the next class. Your homework will be to practice treadling 

Week Two (September 16 from 6-9 PM)
Sit down to learn to spin! Discussion includes fibre types and preparation. Homework between week two and three includes spinning. All the fibre you need for class will be supplied as part of your kit fee which is included in cost to register 

Week Three (September 23 from 6-8 PM)
Learn to ply and set the twist. Voila! You’ve completed your first skein of yarn

Skill level: Beginner spinning
Class fee: $160
Supplies needed: All materials are included in cost of class, except wheel rental which is to be paid separately directly to Maureen, if required