Spinning yarn from the Spinning Wheel June 4, 2007

We will begin spinning on spinning wheels in this class. Each student will work on a contemporary spinning wheel to create yarn from various materials, including wool. If your interests are in the fiber arts, this is a great class for you. We will cover techniques on drafting, spinning and plying. In addition to spinning wool into yarn, we will also discuss the various breeds of sheep and how their wools vary, which will lead into a discussion of which breeds to use for which projects. Once you capture the technique, you can expand to exotics, like mohair, camel hair, or even cashmere! For students with a more avant-garde flair, there is opportunity to spin the unconventional also. Spin fabric in to wonderful designer yarns. Add beads, or feathers to your yarn, open up your imagination and soar! This class can be fun, fun, fun and produces yarns for knitting, weaving, crocheting, or your other artistic creations. Materials Fee: $15.00 due to instructor during the first class.

Official Website: http://www.visarts.org/classes/summer/fiber#class_478