Exploring the Drum Carder - Roy Clemes - Sat. 8/9

Saturday, August 9
10:00am - 1:00pm, 2:00pm - 5:00pm (6 hours)

About the Class:

Drum carders are a mystery to the average fiber artist: fiber is fed into the carder, ends up on the big drum, and something magical happens in between. In our 'Exploring the Drum Carder' class, students begin the day by learning the history of drum carders, how they work, and why they function the way they do. The fun goes hands-on for the rest of the day as we delve into the differences of woolen and worsted carding, explore the many tools that make drum carding more efficient, and crank out four different batts. The first batt will be hand cranked before switching over to Electric Drive for the duration of class.

All materials, carders, and tools will be provided by the instructors.

This is a full-day class (6-hours) with a 1-hour break at 1PM.

About the Instructor: We are a father and son duo with a Fleece Forward approach to the fiber arts. We believe that by working with quality fiber and equipment, our students can make efficient use of their time spent crafting, while creating garments that last a lifetime.

Skill Level: Beginner

Homework: None

Required Materials: None

• Included: There is a $50 materials fee included in the class cost that includes fiber

Please note - Marketplace tickets are not included in the class price and will need to be purchased separately. You can find marketplace tickets here.

In order to allow our instructors to prepare for their classes, we are not able to refund class purchases if your plans change. However, we are happy to transfer them if you find someone to take your place!