For spinners who would like to improve their control over the yarn they create. Learn about ratios and how to use them along with other variables to make a consistent yarn appropriate for specific projects. Variations in different sheep breeds and other fibers and preparation of spinning fibers will also be discussed. This is a hands-on class. Those who have their own wheel in working condition are encouraged to bring it. Wheels are provided to those who would like to use one for the class.
Date: Friday, November 14, 2025
Time: 1:30 – 4:30 PM
Cost: $65.00 (credit card) includes materials and wheel use
$60.00 (cash/check) includes materials and wheel use
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Minimum 3 participants; maximum 5
Next Level Spinning on a Wheel with Penny Lacroix - Wednesday
Penny Lacroix is a fiber artist specializing in weaving and spinning. She is an active member of the Nashoba Valley Weavers’ Guild, the Weavers’ Guild of Boston, and the Boston Area Spinners and Dyers In all these forums, she appreciates the multitude of opportunities to interact with spinners and weavers of all levels and with other people in the arts community. She has completed the Explorations in Advanced Weaving program with Laurie Autio and the Apprentice rating through the Weavers’ Guild of Boston. Her resume includes Systems Engineer, Museum Educator at the former American Textile History Museum, Museum Director (in Westford MA), and ongoing activities as an 18th century reenactor. All her past experiences interweave in her current Fiber Arts career as she teaches weaving and spinning and presents textile programs to guilds and at historical venues. Penoix’s Weave Studio is based in her home in Westford, Massachusetts, which she shares with numerous looms and spinning wheels, her husband, and their furry companions.
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