Class information
- When: Sundays, 3:00–4:30 pm (four 90-minute sessions)
- Where: LibertyTown Arts Workshop, Studio 21
- Cost: $150
- Instructors: Lori Green, Mary Snellings, Jeane Camelo
- For more information: Text Mary Spellings at (540) 589-0173 or email: marysnellings@yahoo.com
Materials
Starter fiber is included. You may also bring your own fiber.
Bring your own wheel if you have one, or try one of the class wheels/spindles to practice on. (Availability may vary.)
Wheels/spindles may include: Ashford Kiwi, Louet Traveller, Ashford Traditional, Pocketwheel, Hansen Mini-spinner, Electric Eel Wheel 6.0, Fricke, drop spindles, and supported spindles.
What we’ll cover
- Fiber basics and preparation (roving, batts, rolags, top, and more)
- Drafting techniques (short draw, long draw, park and draft)
- Plying (2-ply, 3+ ply, and chain/Navajo plying)
- Wheels vs spindles, and how different wheel systems work
- Finishing your yarn (skeining, setting twist, and storage)
Join the Guild
Want more spinning friends and more learning opportunities? Consider joining the Fredericksburg Spinners and Weavers Guild.
Membership includes monthly programs, workshops, access to our studio, a lending library, and rental equipment.
Membership cost: $30/year
Learn more: https://fswguild.com/join-us/
