From 9:00 am until 12 pm
At Brigid's Loft & Bazaar Girls
$150
Are you ready to tackle your first sweater spin? There are many factors, that we as spinners, should consider when we embark on our first sweater spin. The core characteristics of the fiber (e.g. crimp, fineness, hand, prep) will influence the choices we make in spinning and the fabric in our final garment. This class will explore several fibers that might be a great choice for your sweater. We’ll look at local fibers you’re probably familiar with, such as Jacob, Shetland, Gotland, Romney, and Icelandic. We will work on diameter control and consistency, plying and finishing techniques, and how to evaluate your final yarn to make sure you’ll have the perfect fabric for the sweater of your dreams.
Skills you will learn:
- How to assess characteristics of different fibers for the garment you have in mind;
- Techniques for consistency and diameter control;
- How to choose the appropriate draft for your fiber (worsted, woolen, semi-woolen);
- Strategies for plying, finishing, and swatching;
- Evaluating your final fabric.
Prerequisites: Successful students should have a good working relationship with their spinning wheels, be able to spin a consistent single, and have some experience plying and finishing yarn. Bring A spinning wheel in good working condition with extra bobbins, a notebook, and a lazy kate (if you have one). Bring any tools you might like to use (hand cards, mini-combs) and any fiber you would like to practice with.
We will have local fibers available for purchase at Bazaar Girls.