EHS Guild Drop Spindle Workshop
With Joan McKenzie, and Karen Fowler

Participants will learn the ancient and satisfying art of spinning, using a drop spindle to make yarn.

Joan will give a brief history of the drop spindle, and cover types of drop spindles, what to look for when using and buying a spindle, and she will teach beginners the park and draft spinning method. Hand plying will be demonstrated to make 2-ply from handspun yarn. Other techniques will be demonstrated to more advanced spinners, such as “ply-on-the-fly”.

The workshop will split into two spinning circles; one for novice spinners to try drop spindle for the first time, and a second for those who want to practice and improve techniques with an experienced tutor. A range of spindle styles will be available to try in our “drop-spindle petting zoo”.

Supplied in the workshop will be prepared roving.
Drop spindles will be available to rent for $5 fee, or to buy for $20 if you want to take a spindle home. You are welcome to bring your own spindles.

THIS IS AN IN-PERSON WORKSHOP AND IS OPEN TO ALL.
TO REGISTER, EMAIL HELEN_SKELTON@HOTMAIL.COM
REGISTRATION IS CONFIRMED BY PAYMENT, AND IS NON REFUNDABLE

When?
Saturday 6th May, 2023, 10am—3pm
Where?
Neilson Park Creative Centre (NPCC), 56 Neilson Drive, Etobicoke, Toronto,M9C 1V7
Workshop Fee?
$75 (materials fee for roving is included)
Payable by e-transfer to ehsguild@gmail.com

What To Bring

• Lunch
• Drop spindles, if you have your own.
• Lap Cloth—a tea towel or similar, is fine.
• Coffee, tea etc are available at NPCC for a small fee.

Contact the workshop coordinator for any questions, and registration:
Email: helen_skelton@hotmail.com

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