Learn To Spin Yarn - One To One Tuition - Full Day
Description
Learn To Spin Yarn - Beginners A full day (5 hours) learning handspinning, in a peaceful weaving workshop on a small holding in the beautiful Welsh hills. Learn the whole process from carding and preparing the wool and other fibers, then creating your own handspun yarns, working on a drop spindle and a spinning wheel. You will also learn how to finish your yarn, and skein it and set the twist. The wools, and other fibers are provided for you, and there is a spinning wheel and spindles for you to work on during your workshop. If you would like to, you are welcome to meet the sheep during your visit. We have a flock of Shetland sheep who live with us on the smallholding. Lunch break is between 12.30pm - 1.30pm Please bring along a packed lunch.
What's included in the price?
Use of a spinning wheel and spindles during the class time. All materials included.
Duration
5 hours
Cancellation policy
Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts
Maker
Hi, I'm Lea! I live in the hills in Mid Wales, here at our creative retreat centre, with a holiday cottage, cabin, pod and gypsy caravan for guests to stay in. I teach creative yarn spinning, beginners spinning, drop spindle, wet felting, creative crochet & knitting, recycled textiles, & wild weaving. I teach personal classes and group retreats.
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Teenagers
- Accommodation offered
- Parking provided
- Suitable for beginners
