Sock Summit 2009
Taking Sock Knitting Almost Too Far!
August 6-9, 2009
Oregon Convention Center
Portland, Oregon
Teachers
Abby Franquemont
Abby Franquemont is a textile evangelist living in Lebanon, Ohio. She has been spinning since she learned how in the Andes of Peru at the age of 5, and can’t resist teaching others. She blogs at Abbysyarns.com, and has written for Spin-Off, Knitty, Twist Collective, Spindlicity, and more. She is the author of Respect the Spindle, forthcoming this fall from Interweave Press.
Classes
Spindle Spinning Basics
Interested in making your own yarn? Using simple spindles, Denny McMillan and Abby Franquemont will teach you everything you need to know to get started. No prior experience is necessary—just a willingness to learn. This class is perfect for the absolute beginner or the wheel spinner who’d like to learn more about spindles. We’ll cover the basics of what makes fiber turn into yarn, how to make basic plied yarns, and how to get your new yarn ready to use.
| Class Level: | Beginner level; no experience necessary. More experienced spinners are welcome, but the focus is beginning spinning. Wheel spinners who can't make spindles work for them will enjoy it as well. |
| Class Skills: | Students need open minds, willingness to learn, and a sense of humor. |
| Cost: | $70.00 |
| Class Length: | 3 hours |
