Learn to Spin on a Drop Spindle Workshop

This is a beginner learn to spin class. In this class you will learn the foundations
of spinning on a drop spindle, particularly on a Turkish Spindle. You will also
learn the different types of drop spindles, fibre preparation and how to get
started to spin your own yarn.

Saturday 1 August 2026, 10am - 1pm

$135 per person

Taught by Cathy, or Cat, from Cat & Sparrow Fibres. Cat has been spinning
since 2013 and she loves all natural fibres.

What you will learn:
- the anatomy of a spindle and how it works
- the basic kinds of drop spindles and their characteristics
- fibre:
      - different types of fibre (protein, cellulose)
      - types of fibre preparations
- starting with or without a leader yarn
- drafting techniques
- practice spinning
- plying and different methods of plying
- how to choose the right spindle

What’s included:
- 3 hour hands on class
- Learn to Spin Kit including a medium sized Turkish Spindle, 100g of fibre tops and a WPI (wraps per inch) tool

What to bring:
- note book and pen(s)
- open attitude to learning