STRETCH YOUR SKILLS , AND OVER THE FOLD

INSTRUCTOR: STEPHANIE FLYNN-SOKOLOV FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19TH 9:OO A.M. – NOON AND 1-4:00 P.M. BROWN SHEEP FIBER ARTS SCHOOLHOUSE

CLASS DESCRIPTION: We all have a default that is unique to our individual way of spinning and drafting. Take a break from the usual and stretch your skills. Explore long draw, short draw and over the fold. In this class we will discuss different fibers and how to prepare them to spin. It is a fine balance to listen to how a fiber wants to be spun, balanced with getting the yarn you expected. We will then use both fiber we have prepared and commercial fiber to explore the many different possibilities of drafting that can be added to your spinning repertoire.

SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate Spinning Must be comfortable spinning a continuous yarn and be familiar with the parts of your wheel. Take time before class to make sure all your parts are in working order.

MAXIMUM CLASS SIZE: 12

SUPPLIES TO BRING: A functioning with all your whorls and 3 bobbins Bring all of the following items that you own (please do not purchase anything for the class, unless the class is an excuse to buy more equipment, then by all means): combs, hand cards, a wire toothed flat panel dog brush. Don’t worry if you don’t have one of the items. Something to take notes on and a pen or pencil It would be great if you can bring some fiber you would like to spin and yarn you have spun for show & tell

HOMEWORK TO COMPLETE BEFORE CLASS: Make sure your wheel is spinning properly.

CLASS FEE: $90

MATERIALS FEE: $15. This includes all the fiber for the class and handouts.

INSTRUCTOR BIO: Stephanie Flynn Sokolov is a fiber fanatic experienced in teaching and motivating students in many fiber arts. She has a diverse expert background including spinning, , knitting, felting, and dyeing. Her interest in learning about fiber arts started at a very young age. She trained in Accessory Design at the Fashion Institute of Technology, and continues expanding her expertise by seeking out the best in the industry. She co-authored Woven Scarves: 26 Inspired Designs on a Rigid Heddle as seen on Knitting Daily TV. Stephanie’s projects can be found in Spin-Off magazine, The Weaver’s Idea Book by Jane Patrick, and Yearning to Spin and Weave (a Schacht publication). She also teaches Pick Up Stick and Finger Control Techniques found on Craftsy, an online teaching platform. All students are sure to find inspiration in any class she teaches. She loves to spread her contagious enthusiasm for weaving with everyone she meets, and is so fun to be around!

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