INSTRUCTOR: Shilo Weir
CATEGORY: Spinning
SKILL LEVEL: Beginner
PREREQUISITE: Students should be able to spin a continuous yarn and be comfortable with their wheel.
MATERIAL FEES: $10
STUDENTS TO BRING: Spinning wheel in good working condition and with all its parts – Traditional or eSpinner(must have speed and tension controls); Lazy Kate; At least 3 bobbins
DESCRIPTION: Unlock the secrets to spinning yarn with control and consistency! In this hands-on, single-day workshop, you’ll discover how wheel mechanics, drafting techniques, fiber prep, and your own spinning style all influence the yarn you create. Whether you’re ready to move beyond the basics or want to troubleshoot common challenges, this session offers expert guidance, interactive exercises, and personalized clinic time. Leave with a toolkit of techniques and the skills to spin singles you’ll be proud of!
Overview:
A hands-on workshop for spinners who want to master control and consistency in their singles. Participants will explore how wheel mechanics, drafting, fiber prep, and their own technique affect the yarn they spin.
Objectives:
By the end of this workshop, participants will:
- Understand the factors that affect yarn consistency
- Practice and refine drafting and wheel techniques
- Troubleshoot individual spinning challenges
For more information regarding this workshop, contact:
Shilo Weir | shilo@foreverhandmade.com
