#424 Amy Tyler – Variations on Long Draw (spinning) Half day Saturday am $50
#424 Amy Tyler – Variations on Long Draw (spinning) Half day Saturday 9am-noon Bldg 9 Center $100
Skill level: Intermediate
Workshop Description: Long draw spinning techniques are often used to create woolen yarns - yarns that are airy, lofty, soft and warm! We’ll cover three variations of long draw using commercially prepared rovings, drum carded batts, and hand carded rolags. We’ll create samples of thick, lopi-style singles yarns, as well as thinner, plied woolen yarns. In the process, we’ll discuss the types of fiber that work best for different long draw techniques, how to create a hand carded rolag, and how best to use woolen yarns.
Participants should bring: Hand cards, spinning wheel in good working order, 3 bobbins, and a Lazy Kate.
Homework: None
Material Fee: $20 Includes samples for examination, fibers for spinning, folder with handouts, sundry supplies.
Class Limit: 12