Introduction to Hand-Spinning Wool with Drop Spindle

Fairy tales are not always about love as we have been told, instead, most old tales are about spinning yarn. Rumpelstiltskin, Sleeping Beauty, Arachne, Ananzi, Friga's Distaff all share a theme: the best spinner gets the power. 

In this workshop, we will consider the history and culture of this ancient and universal craft. While we undertake the basic skills related to hand-spinning: wool selection, preparation and the spinning process. 

The end result will be a small skein of useful and fabulous yarn from your own fingers!

Materials provided:  Spindle and wool for the workshop 

Plus, supplies to take home will be available for purchase in the store

About the teacher: June Covington is an artist and art educator, with a background in Printmaking who also works extensively in the Textile Arts. Time and process are essential elements in her work, exploring the expressive qualities of common materials. She is happiest when working with people who are learning and making art together. June currently works as a teacher and the Textile Arts Coordinator at Oil & Cotton Creative Exchange in Dallas,Texas.

Date: Saturday, April 12th

Time: 9:00-11:00am

Place: Ewe2Yarn, 113 W. Franklin Street, Waxahachie, Texas 

Email me at ewe2yarn@gmail.com if you need more information