You have a handle on drop spinning, but you know there are some fun techniques out there that you would like help with.
*Necessary skill: To be able to spin with an unsupported spindle and be able to let the spindle spin suspended while drafting.
Depending on the students, we might cover the finer points of getting what you want out of your spin: consistency, purposeful Thick-Thin, and color management.
Fiber will be provided for class use.
*Necessary skill: To be able to spin with an unsupported spindle and be able to let the spindle spin suspended while drafting.
Bring your favorite spindle or borrow one of mine. I will also have spindles available for purchase.
Approximately 2 oz of fiber will be provided per student. If you have a drop spindle, feel free to bring it. However, you are still welcome to try one of mine.
Instructor is Renee Love of Wavellite Creative. (bio below)
Maximum class size is 6 (due to size of location).
Note: Full Class cost is $50, there are Discounts offered for Paid members of the Waukesha MakerSpace.
Please use the link below to register through my business website.
Drop Spindle beyond basics: Deposit and class registration (Waukesha MakerSpace)
Please, be sure to register, as space is limited.
Additional dates and times will be added as needed.
BIO:
Renee Love truly enjoys sharing her love of spinning with people. She has taught spinning both on wheels and drop spindles for years. She has helped teach new spinners while selling wheels and spindles for other vendors and fiber arts related stores for years. In 2017, Renee started designing and making some unique drop spindles, now she sells both in person and on her website. In 2021 Renee founded her own business, Wavellite Creative LLC. Renee can have a non-spinner walk up to her and in a short time have a new spinner excited to go on this great new fiber arts adventure! Renee has been complimented by many students for having a great way of conveying the needed information in more than one way, better ensuring a level of success and confidence in future spinning endeavors.
