In this one-day intensive for beginners you will obtain a solid foundation in the basics of spinning wool. Learn about the different types of spinning fibers and get hands on experience in the basics of hand spinning, from fiber preparation, basic draw techniques, plying, through to skeining and finishing.  This is also a good option if you learned to spin in the past and need a refresher.

Bring your own wheel or borrow one from a friend. Make sure your wheel is functional. (Bring it to the shop before class and we can help you check if you’d like.) Proficiency in spinning will come over time with steady practice after your course.

Four ounces of beginner-friendly spinning fiber is provided and included in the class fee.

Teacher: Jocelyn Songco

Class Size: 2 - 4 students

Class Fee: $120. This is for approx. four hours of instruction and four ounces of beginner friendly wool for spinning.

There will be a short lunch break provided mid-way through the intensive. Lunch is not provided. We have light fare at our bar and we’d be delighted to feed you during your break. A la carte prices for food range from $8-12.

(Updated 2/20/24 to change date to 4/20/24.)

We plan to offer this course every 2-3 months, demand permitting. Email us if you’re interested but can’t make this date!

Cancellation Policy: Full refund less credit card processing fee (effective 4/11/23) is provided for any cancellation up to one week before the class date. Credit towards another class is provided for any cancellation made from six days through the day before the class date. No credit or refunds issued after this time, including no-shows on the day-of. If the class is cancelled by us because we have not met the stated minimum number of students, you will receive a full refund.