Spinning Workshop

Come explore the fascinating process of turning wool into yarn that is ready to knit, crochet, or weave. Demonstration will include a discussion of the properties of different breeds of wool and touch on other non-wool fibers that can be used, preparing fibers by carding or combing, and spinning fibers into yarn on a variety of hand spindles and a modern spinning wheel. In the 2nd half of the workshop, participants will have the opportunity to try their hand at spinning on a drop spindle! Who is Sarah Dunham? Sarah has been working with fibers – knitting, spinning and a bit of weaving – for over 20 years. She is a member of the NH Spinners and Dyers Guild and the Northeast Handspinners Guild, and has presented about spinning at a variety of schools, non-profits, libraries and community fairs in NH. She also has a background in archaeology and environmental education and is a homeschooling mom, avid gardener and “nature nerd.”