Next Steps in Supported Spindle with Jill Duarte

About Next Steps in Supported Spindle with Jill Duarte

Have some basic understanding of how to spin with a supported spindle, but looking for what are the next steps? In this workshop, students with a basic understanding of spinning on a supported spindle will expand their knowledge and techniques for supported spindles. We will discuss how to pair a spindle to a particular fiber type, and the importance of fiber preparation for spinning on supported spindles. Students will learn how to refine their long draw on a supported spindle - how to manage drafting and their fiber supply and ensure that you’ve created a stable single with an appropriate amount of twist. How to manage the winding on of singles and building a stable cop on the spindle will also be discussed.

Materials, Equipment, and Supplies the Student Must Bring to Class

At least one supported spindle and spinning surface.

Materials Fee (to be paid directly to the instructor)

$30 - includes sampler kit with at least 4 ounces of fiber (carded roving, handcarded batt, rolag, puni, short stapled fibers and fiber "cloud"), as well as additional supported spindles that students may borrow for class.

Pre-class Homework

None

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Skill Level

Advanced Beginner. Students should have a basic understanding of spinning on a supported spindle.

$85.00
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When

Single 3-hour live in-person seminar.

Class Location

Turf Valley Resort – Willows A

Apr
30th
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM EDT
Next Steps in Supported Spindle with Jill Duarte
Jill Duarte

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Jill Duarte

    Jill Duarte spends their days geeking out about all things fiber, diving into the nuances of fiber preparation, color, and the act of spinning. As an instructor, Jill excels in explaining the “Why?” of spinning, whether it’s exploring the relationship between fibers and spinning techniques, the physics of handspinning and the tools we use, or providing insight in how to make something work for you. Jill challenges students to try fibers new to them, explore novel fiber blends and techniques, revisit things they’ve tried before and to step out of their comfort zones in order to expand their horizons.

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