Learn how to make yarn from fluff (washed and carded sheep’s wool) using a drop spindle
40 Canadian dollars
$40
When: Friday, April 10, 3-5 pm,
Fee: $40
Instructor: Gaby Mann
Materials: Fibre will be provided. You will have use of a drop spindle for the class. Available for purchase from Clase Knit Friends booth after the class.
Skills learned:
- Identify parts of a drop spindle and their functions
- Add twist to fiber using effective “park and draft” technique
- Stand and spin as you feel more comfortable
- Use the “ply back “ technique to measure twist in your yarn
- Remove yarn from the spindle and create a skein
- Troubleshoot and avoid common pitfalls
