Learning to Spin: The Drop Spindle (FIB-101224)

Name: Learning to Spin: The Drop Spindle (FIB-101224)
SKU: 20241012-125-FIB-101224

SKU: 20241012-125-FIB-101224

$50.00

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Learning to Spin: The Drop Spindle is the next step in the process that takes us from wool to yarn. Using techniques and tools that were used by our ancestors, we will learn the slow, intentional craft of turning wool into yarn with a bit of wood and our own two hands. Using wool prepared in the Sheep to Wool class, or wool provided by the Center, we learn the incredible history of spinning fiber, different spindles and their specific uses, the best wool preparation for spinning on a spindle and the magical mechanics of spinning. Participants will take home a drop spindle and yarn that they spun, with extra wool for continued spinning and knowledge of a new craft that is meditative, slow, intentional and fun!
Angie Dulaney LeNoir is a Floyd County native that is fortunate to be able to live on a multi-generation family farm growing sheep, cattle, chickens, turkeys, and goats in the Wangle Junction area of Floyd. Her love of wool was sparked when her then 8 year old son said, “Mama if we get sheep we will never have to go to the store to buy sweaters again!” Angie has been a shepherd, spinner, dyer and knitter for over 14 years. She has taught dye classes at retreats and yarn shops and has demonstrated spinning at many local venues. She is happiest out in the pasture with the sheep and is constantly in awe of their versatility, gentle nature and the multitude of gifts they give.

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