Drafting Methods
Description
You’ve got the basics down, you’re comfortable at your wheel, but you’d like to learn more. Maybe you’re struggling to get your handspun yarn just right. In this class you will learn about how different methods of fiber preparation directly affect your drafting techniques, how to pick a drafting method based on what you want your final yarn to look and feel like, and practice a few different methods including forward draw, backward draft, and longdraw.
- Prerequisite: Some spinning wheel experience - this class is intended for folks who are at minimum confident beginners!
- Materials List:
- Spinning wheel (your own is really best, but a limited number of wheel rentals are available)
- 2 bobbins
- 2oz combed top, any breed
- 2oz roving or batt, any breed
- Students can pre-order a Class Materials 4oz undyed pack for $22. Wool selection will be random. Please add this from the drop-down menu as a separate item!
Please note: Classes are non-refundable unless the class is cancelled or rescheduled. Please sign up for classes you know you can attend.
Wait lists are available for full classes. Please call us (206.935.2010) or send an email (info@seattleyarn.com) if you'd like to be added to a wait list.
To ensure that our classes remain accessible to as many students as possible, every class taught by Kasteyl, our spinning instructor, has a spot available on a sliding scale. If you'd like to take advantage of this program please call us at 206-935-2010 or email us at info@seattleyarn.com to reserve your space.