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The Farms: Learn to Spin Yarn
Allerton Park & Retreat Center
515 Old Timber Rd.
Monticello, Illinois 61856
(217) 333-3287
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Learn the basic mechanics of using a spinning wheel to make your own yarn at Learn to Spin Yarn on Tuesdays, May 20, June 10, July 8 and Aug. 19, from 5 to 8 p.m. in The Studio. (Each date covers 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. Discussion of fiber production and preparation methods will also be included.