Sock Summit 2011
Taking Sock Knitting Almost Too Far!
July 28-31, 2011
Oregon Convention Center
Portland, Oregon
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Classes
The Gentle Art of Spinning Socks
The only thing better than a handknit sock is one made from your own handspun. This class is all about spinning a sock yarn that will make a pair of socks that will last longer than it took to spin and knit them. It will help you decide what type of fiber to choose, how to prepare it, and how to spin it to make radiantly beautiful socks that will be a pleasure to make and a joy to wear.
| Class Level: | Intermediate |
| Class Skills: | Students should be able to spin well enough to make a continuous thread and understand a bit about plying. |
| Cost: | $150 |
| Class Length: | 6 hours |
| Class Materials: | |
This class has a materials fee of $15. Please bring this amount to class (exact change, and in cash please). Students should bring their wheel with all its parts. A niddy noddy, a measuring tape, and a kate would be helpful. Bring at least 4 bobbins. If you have small hand held combs, a dog brush or a flicker bring them along, too, but don’t go out and buy anything specially for this class. You are welcome to bring a spindle and its plying equipment. Bring along a selection of needles that you like for sock knitting and a needle gauge. | |
| Homework: | |
None. | |
