Spinning Workshop - Sheep to Skein: Learn to Spin

Sat Jan 25 2025 at 10:00 am to 04:00 pm UTC+13:00

Hiwipango Rd, Belgrove, Wakefield 7095, New Zealand | Nelson

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Spinning Workshop - Sheep to Skein: Learn to Spin
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Tutor: Anne Grassham
Location: Wai-iti Valley, Wakefield
Cost: $460
One-day workshop 10am to 4pm
Meet the sheep! Experience the feel of 'raw' wool and how to prepare it. Then create a yarn using just your fingers.
Progress to spinning a single thread using a simple spindle, then ply the thread to product a yarn with strength and balance, and wind it into a skein ready to knit or weave. When you can do this, progress to using one of several different spinning wheels and learn how to make the necessary adjustments for effortless spinning. Beware: you may have just become addicted!
You will go home with one of more skeins of wool you have spun.
Important Info:
Held at Fleecewood, Anne's farmlet in Wai-iti Valley approximately 18km from Wakefield (40km to Nelson Airport).
For accommodation options, please enquire.
A spinning wheel is available or bring your own.
Bring suitable footwear for the farm.
Tea and coffee will be available but bring your own snacks and lunch.
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Hiwipango Rd, Belgrove, Wakefield 7095, New Zealand, 40 Hiwipango Rd, Belgrove, Wakefield 7095, New Zealand,Wakefield, New Zealand, Nelson

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