Coarse Fiber? Spinning Strategies to Soften and Smooth Longwools, Rare Wools & More
About Coarse Fiber? Spinning Strategies to Soften and Smooth Longwools, Rare Wools & More
As a devoted longwool shepherd and spinner, Kate Larson has spent several decades learning to make the most of wools that many folks do not find next-to-skin soft. The right scouring, preparation, and fine-tuned twist in singles and ply can make a world of difference. Learn her best tricks for troubleshooting, prepping, and choosing yarn construction for longwools, some rare breeds, and more.
Supplies, Equipment & Materials Needed for Class
• Fiber:
• The materials kit includes several kinds of spinning fibers from Kate’s own flock and more.
• Optional: 1 ounce of natural fiber you find coarse. (Example: Could include Lincoln, Karakul, Navajo Churro, etc.)
Kate is happy to answer questions before class about materials!
• Equipment: Handcards and a working wheel with several bobbins and a lazy kate or several spindles and a plying set-up
• Other Supplies: Index cards, pen, and paper
Materials Kit
$20 within the US includes several kinds of fibers from Kate’s own flock and more. To purchase your kit, send a message to Kate on Lessonface by clicking the Send a Message button on her profile page.
Materials kits must be ordered by January 19.
Pre-class Homework
None
Skill Level
Ability to spin and ply a basic yarn.
Contact the Teacher
Send a direct message from the teacher's profile page with any questions you might have about the class.
When
Single 2-hour live online session.
Enrolled students receive 30-day access to the video recording of the class.
How It Works
Enroll above to save your spot in the class. Lessonface will send you a confirmation right away, and a Zoom link 24 hours before each session's start time. You can log into your Lessonface dashboard to access class materials, communicate with your instructor, join the live Zoom session, and access the class recordings and chat transcript afterward. Contact us with any questions. This class, and all lessons and classes on Lessonface, are covered by the Lessonface Guarantee.
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Lessonface's mission is to help students achieve their goals while treating teachers equitably. Since 2012, we've hosted more than 30,000 students and 2,000 teachers for over 500,000 music, language, and arts lessons and classes online. We've hosted the Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival's virtual fiber arts seminars since 2021, and are very happy to be hosting these seminars for the fifth annual Winterfest January 24-25, 2026.