Coronavirus update 2021:
Workshops will be running again from May 2021 onwards :)

• Workshop layout will place participants at a minimum
  distance of 2 metres apart..
• Masks, gloves and hand sanitizers will be provided.
• All equipment will be regularly disinfected, ​
• I will update this section after Lockdown in Mid-February.
  
  

Introduction to Spinning on a drop spindle

A fun introduction to spinning for beginners, or those who've had a little experience in the past. To start with we will spin using a simple stick, and then speed it up by attaching weights.  
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Next we will move onto the spinning with your drop spindle.  

• We will cover some basic insider terms
• Explore different ways to set up your spindle and to use if for drop spinning

• Techniques for drafting using a drop spindle and
• Plying – making a 2 ply yarn​

A clear hand-out you can take away will help you to carry on with your projects (s) at home.
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Time permitting

• we will look at a variety of drops spindles, 
• fibre preparation, and 
• fibre varieties 

Each course is an afternoon course from 1.30pm - 5.30pm.
Each course costs £45 per person. All materials provided. 
The spindle will yours to take away. 

Your spinning kit includes a beginners spindle (32gr.),
about 20 gr of fleece from a local flock of sheep in three different colours, plus some basic instructions.
More materials will be available for you to choose from.

Venue:
Catering is available at the the course venue (Covid-safe).
Farnham / Tilford

Dates:
There are a few dates for you to choose, please click the link below
Register your interest in Spinning workshops. 
If you have any questions in the meanwhile, please email me on beekaymakes@gmail.com, or use the "contact" option. 

Your Tutor
Brigitte, is a sustainable weaver, she completed her
MA in Textiles at the University of Creative Arts, Farnham.

Books:
I will have a few  books with me for you to look at, e.g.
Start Spinning: Everything You Need to Know to Make Great Yarn by Maggie Casey,  The Practical Spinner's Guide - Wool by
Kate Larson and  Abby Franquemont's, Respect the Spindle.

Location:
Farnham / Frensham - easy access parking on site || view map
(Map opens in new window)

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You can also buy a workshop voucher as a gift :)

Buy a Workshop Voucher

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