Description

Drop Spindle Workshop

Introduction to Drop Spindle Spinning

3 Hour One Day Workshop

Wednesday March 29, 2023

1pm – 4pm

Queens Market 142 Bridge Street Carleton Place, Ontario

Limited Space of 5

Cost: $75.00

Workshop Includes: Local Made Drop Spindle And Wool Roving

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Knitters, Crocheters, Weavers, Fibre Artisans, Crafters!

This workshop is for anyone who has always wanted to learn how to spin their own yarn by hand.

  In this 3 hour Intro Workshop participants will:

• Learn some history about fibres, and types of spindles.
• How to prep wool, start spindle, how to spin and ply 2 ways.
• Basic Drop Spindle Kit containing a locally made wood, Bottom Whorl Spindle and approximately 113.5g or 1/4lb of wool that you will take home.
• Water and snacks provided
• Bring 2 jars (ex. jam or pickle type jar) or spinning bobbins, for transferring plys.

  Workshop Requirements:

1. Min of 2 – Max of 5 participants.
2. 16 yrs and older, unless a parent is also signed up.*
3. Participants will be sitting, using both hands, both arms, and looking at a spinning drop spindle.
4. Cancel or Transfer of registration no later then 48 hours before Workshop date to get a refund or new spot.

 

*Multiple Sign-Ups save 10% off!

 

To Sign Up and Pay: You have to fill out the * boxes: address, phone number and email.

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Choose Payment method: Debit/Credit/Paypal.

Cancellation or Transfer at least 48hrs before event for refund or reschedule.