This class is ALL about project planning for spinners of all levels. No more playing ‘yarn chicken’ with your handspun or feeling frustrated because your beloved yarn has gotten ‘lost’ in a pattern! In this session, we’ll address major concerns such as how much fiber is ‘enough’, the importance of grist, how to use a suggested commercial yarn in a pattern as a guide for planning, and other important things to consider before spinning for a project. We’ll discuss the proper use of spinner's tools including the spinner’s control card, angle of twist gauge and more.


Supplies: Prerequisite:  Must have spun a continuous singles yarn and basic plied yarn. Bring 4 ounces of your choice of fiber (combed top or roving), please avoid alpaca and angora due to potential allergies. Students may bring works in progress as well. Notebook, Pen or pencil with eraser, drop spindle or spinning wheel in working order with at least one bobbin (espinners withbattery packs are welcome), lazy kate or equivalent. Spinner’s control card or wpi tool.
Location: Kavanagh Building
Days: Saturday: March 16; 1pm - 4pm ;
Class ID: 224126020
Class Price: $75
Member Price: $50
Materials Fee: $0