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GENCON50 - Spinning with a Drop Spindle

  • Indiana Convention Center 100 North Capitol Avenue Indianapolis, IN, 46204 United States (map)
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Drop Spindles. Useful in case of vampires.

Drop Spindles. Useful in case of vampires.

Explore the original way humanity transformed sheep fur and plant fibers into something you can make a scarf with in this fun and informative class.

We will learn to use a drop basic spindle, a simple tool that has been keeping humanity clothed for the better part of 30.000 years. Participants will learn about fibers and types of spindles, then practice technique using a hand-carded art fibers to create art yarns.

Where: ICC : 205--206 : 3

Experience Required: None

Class Duration: 2 hours

Materials: Provided (includes drop spindle and a limited edition fiber batt; yours to keep!)

 Cost: $32.00

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