Worsted Spinning: Strength, Smoothness, and Control - Alanna Wilcox - Fri. 7/31

Friday, July 31

2:00-5:00, 3 hours

About this class:
Worsted yarn is all about control. When you want smooth, strong, consistent yarn with crisp stitch definition, worsted techniques give you tools to get there. In this workshop, Alanna will guide you through spinning worsted style yarns using combed preparations and worsted preparation fibers. You will explore drafting techniques that support a smoother yarn, learn how to manage twist and grist for strength and consistency, and practice small adjustments that make your yarn more predictable. The goal is to replace guesswork with a process you can repeat. You will leave with a clearer understanding of what makes a yarn worsted, when to choose it, and how to spin it intentionally for the kind of project and fabric you have in mind.

Level: Intermediate

What you’ll need to bring to class:
Yarn making tool: (working spinning wheel, electric spinner, or drop spindle), Spinning wheel oil (for spinning wheels and electric spinners), Lazy kate (tensioned is preferred) 3 empty bobbins with leader

About the instructor:
Alanna Wilcox is a fiber artist, professional educator, Master Spinner, author, and color specialist with 20 years of teaching experience. She teaches spinning, color, and dyeing workshops for guilds, regional festivals, and major fiber events including MAFA, Convergence, and the New York Sheep & Wool Festival. With a master’s degree in art education and years of classroom teaching experience, Alanna is known for her clear, demo-driven, step-by-step approach that helps students better understand technique, color, and creative decision making. She is the author of A New Spin on Color and Color Alchemy: From Digital to Dye.

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

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!