Simple Tools for Fiber Prep with Jill Duarte
About Simple Tools for Fiber Prep with Jill Duarte
This workshop explores the use of simple and affordable tools for fiber preparation for handspinning. From spinning from fleece with just the use of a flicker, to making commercially prepared fibers easier to spin with a diz or a stick, this workshop will show students how the addition of a handful of tools that cost less than $50 can make fiber preparation and blending easily accessible. We will cover how to spin a fleece with just a flicker, making “faux”logs with just a couple sticks, use of a diz to blend and pre-draft, and how to use “bowing” to prepare fiber for spinning. Expand your fiber prep toolbox and learn how simple tools can be used in new ways to broaden your spinning experience.
Materials, Equipment, and Supplies the Student Must Bring to Class
A spinning wheel (with 2 bobbins) or spindle in good working order; pencil; a flicker or set of hand cards; a small firm pillow
Materials Fee (to be paid directly to the instructor)
$40 - includes diz and threader, a set of smooth dowels and an assortment of fiber (approximately 4 ounces).
Pre-class Homework
None
When
Single 3-hour live in-person seminar.
Class Location
Turf Valley Resort – Willows A
How It Works
Register and enroll above. Enrollment is not complete until payment is made on the next page, by credit card or Paypal via our secure platform. Enrolled students will receive an immediate email confirmation of enrollment.
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