Description

Description: Learn to spin on a drop spindle and get to know the plant and animal fibers that make up the magical world of cloth. No experience or tools are necessary—we provide spindles, fiber, and patient guidance to get you spinning in a day.

When: The class is from 10:00 to 3:00 on Saturday. Please arrive ten minutes early so we can begin on time.

Where: The Fiber Studio at Compass Rose Farms

What to bring: Wear comfortable clothes and warm socks as we spin with our shoes off. Bring a notebook and a sack lunch.

What is included: The workshop includes the use of our tools as well as the fiber we will be spinning. We will have tea and coffee available, you may bring snacks to share if you like. Additional roving and batts made here at Compass Rose Wool Mill will be available in our onsite store.

What you will learn:

• Spindles from around the world
• A short history of spinning
• Types, uses, and sources of fiber
• How to drop spindle
• How to ply singles to make a two-ply yarn

*Class is limited to twelve people to ensure each person gets personal hands-on instruction.