Long Draw Spinning
Wed, 03 Aug
|Tecstiliau CBC, Y Bedol (Ground Floor)
In this evening workshop, learn to spin a true woollen-spun yarn from a carded rolag to create a lofty, stretchy and soft yarn that is light and full of air while also warm and cosy.
Time & Location
03 Aug 2022, 18:30 – 20:30
Tecstiliau CBC, Y Bedol (Ground Floor), B4366, Bethel, Caernarfon LL55, UK
Guests
About the Event
Tiwtor / Tutor: Rosie Green, from @saorimor
Costiau / Cost: £20
In one evening, learn the basics to spin a true woollen-spun yarn from carded rolags to create a lofty, Â stretchy and soft yarn that is light and full of air while also warm and cosy. Â Long draw spinning techniques are the foundation of creating woollen spun yarns. Â Woollen spun yarns are traditionally used to create light but insulating, warm yarns commonly used for knitting.Â
This is an intermediate workshop. Knowledge and some experience of spinning is required as is your own spinning wheel and fibre to develop your spinning knowledge. Â Rosie, your tutor, is an experienced spinner who will demonstrate and guide you through the technique.
In this evening session you will learn to create your rolags and spin long draw so that you can continue at home to develop your skills.
Please bring:
- Washed fleece with a staple length of 5cm-10cm (2"-4")
- A pair of hand carders
- Spinning Wheel
- 2 baskets (for teased fibre and carded rolags).
Tickets
Long Draw Spinning - 03Aug22
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