SUE DUNCAN is a fiber arts jack-of-all trades.  She is a retired National Park Ranger who learned about dyes through historical demonstrations that she did at parks.  She has also been a handspinner for over 30 years and has a variety of fiber art interests including weaving and felting. Besides natural dying, she has worked with acid dyes. She raises angora rabbits, angora goats and has a few sheep and alpacas on her farm.

Beginning Wheel Spinning—Beginner

Have you ever wondered how yarn is made? Twist the fibers and you will make yarn.  Learn the basics of a spinning wheel.  Different types of wheels will be provided for you in class., but if you have your own, please bring it.  Learn how to draft the fibers and allow the twisted fibers to slide through your fingers onto the spool.  You will make yarn right before your eyes.  It is magic. 3 to 5 students or 6 if a student has a wheel.

Prerequisite skills:  None

Instructor: Sue Duncan 

Pre-class homework:  None

Students bring:  Patience and excitement. Bring your own wheel if you have one, but please try to see that it is in good operating condition.  If you would like, bring some prepared fiber of your own.

Materials fee:  None.  A sample box of fibers will be provided for each student.

Date and time:   Friday, June 7, 2024 1:00pm to 4:00pm or
                           Saturday, June 8 , 2024 9:00am to 12:00pm

 Class fee:  $55.00