Learn to Spin Yarn

Learn the basic mechanics of using a spinning wheel to make your own yarn at Learn to Spin Yarn on Wednesday, Oct. 29 and Thursday, Dec. 11 from 5 to 8 p.m. in The Studio. (Both courses cover the same material).

After a brief introduction from instructor Stephanie Block, students will have time for hands-on spinning practice and the opportunity to spin alpaca fiber into yarn using Ashford scotch tension Traditional or Traveler wheels. Fiberproduction and preparation methods will also be discussed.

$130/person. Register at https://allerton.illinois.edu/events/learn-to-spin-yarn/. Registration closes one week before each course begins, or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.

If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate, please email Olivia Bunting at b3dhcnJlbiB8IGlsbGlub2lzICEgZWR1.

By attending, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken.

You may also like the following events from Allerton Park and Retreat Center:

• This Thursday, 11th September, 04:00 pm, Fix It! Create a Home Repair Toolbox in Cisco
• This Saturday, 13th September, 12:30 pm, Beginner Jam Sessions in Cisco
• This Saturday, 13th September, 03:00 pm, Weekend Wind Down: Sept. 13 in Monticello

Also check out other Workshops in Monticello.