Fiber Art
Introduction to Spinning on the Wheel
Course Overview
Don’t know your bobbin from your footman? How about the flyer, treadle, or mother-of-all? This introductory course on wheel spinning will cover basic wheel mechanics, choosing fiber to spin, fiber preparation, worsted & woolen spinning, and finishing techniques with a focus on animal fibers.
Students are welcome to bring their own wheel in working order or borrow a wheel from North House. Please let us know if you plan to bring your own wheel.
Required Tools
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Note taking materials
Optional Tools
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Pair of hand cards or wool combs