(203) Spinning for Consistency
How does one reliably create consistent yarns when handspinning? This workshop is an in-depth dive into methods and practices for handspinners that are specifically geared towards the goal of creating consistent handspun yarns. We will start with measuring wraps per inch (WPI), angle of twist and grist to take control of your spinning for more consistent results. Students will learn how to measure wraps per inch for singles and plied yarns; the relationship between WPI of singles and plied yarn; how to measure the angle of twist and the effect of twist on finished yarns.
These skills will be practiced while spinning a variety of different fibers. Consistency will be further developed by exploring ply structures and best practices for finishing yarns. We will also dive into planning a handspun project, fiber choice, fiber preparation, combining fibers and how to manage singles and plying for more consistent finished yarns.
Instructor will provide: spinning fiber, wraps per inch tool, angle of twist gauge, digital scale, bobbin winder.
Instructor:
Experience Level:
Beginner
Maximum Class Size:
16
Materials fee:
$50 covers fiber sampler that will include: 2 ounces of combed wool top; 2 ounce of a combed wool blend; 2 ounces of carded wool; 2 ounces of hand carded batts
Equipment required
Spinning Wheel, Lazy Kate
Student Supplies:
- Spinning wheel or e-spinner with 4 bobbins, capable of a wide range of speeds/ratios – preferably flyer-led (Scotch) or double drive or 4 spindles in good working order
- Six storage bobbins
- Niddy noddy
- Lazy kate
- Bobbin winder (recommended but not required)
Homework:
No Homework.