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What do you do with that beautiful Handspindle that you have been admiring? This class will get you started. We will cover basic spinning, plying and how to prepare wool for spinning. I will demonstrate wool combing and carding. I will also talk about other fibers that are available for spinning.
A handspindle is provided for use during this class.
Level: This is a beginning class. No previous experience is needed
Ages: 10+
Materials Fee (included in class cost): $15 for fiber used during class is included in class fee
Options: Purchase a handspindle for an additional $20.00
Please Bring: Your own handspindle (optional)
To Do BEFORE Class: nothing
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This Class will be held in Arena 2
In Classroom Area: 6
Date/Time: Fri April 17 2pm - 5pm
Please arrive at Class Check-In at least 10 minutes early to receive your Nametag and find your class area.
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Beginning Spinning on a Handspindle with Jill Dahle (Fri PM)
Instructor Bio
Jill Dahle loves anything fiber related. She is a weaver, spinner, knitter, dyer, and quilter. Her obsession with yarn began at five years old, when her grandmother taught her to knit and crochet. I have been teaching beginning spinning for over 20 years and enjoy teaching new spinners how to spin.
Cancellation / Refund Policy
In the unfortunate event you need to cancel your registration, please contact the Great Basin Fiber Arts Fair team at greatbasinfiberartsfair@gmail.com or by calling 385-429-3201.
Please note: Full refunds are available until February 28, 2026. After February 28th, we will refund 50% of the class fee, and after March 31st, 2026, refunds are no longer available, unless you can find someone to take the class in your place.
Transfers to other classes will be approved on an individual basis.