About This Activity
Learn the basics of turning fiber into yarn by hand! This introductory class will cover how to select the best wool for your project, identify fleece characteristics, and prepare wool using simple techniques like sorting, scouring, and carding. You’ll watch a spinning demonstration to understand how different wheels work, what to consider when choosing one, and how to maintain it. Along the way, you’ll explore drafting, plying, and see examples of different types of yarn. Time is built in for questions and hands-on exploration so you can feel the fibers and understand how preparation shapes the final yarn. *This workshop is primarily a demonstration, with time for hands on exploration at the end of the day *Class price includes materials fee Michelle Worzbyt is the owner of Divine Designs by Michelle. She began learning to spin wool from a high school friend in order to tame her crafting budget. 15 years later, Michelle has enjoyed sharing her love of spinning and fiber preparation with everyone who will listen. As part of the Butler Spinners and Weavers guild, she participated in the guild’s 2021 Sheep to Shawl team and was named best spinner at the Pennsylvania Farm Show that year. Michelle holds the title of Scour Master from the fiber school of Camaj Fibers, and has been doing commissioned spinning work for small farms across the country. 15 years of learning is only the tip of the iceberg for this fiber artist.
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Waterford Craft School - The Old School
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40222 Fairfax St.
Waterford, VA
20197
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