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What's New?

Learn at the Loop this winter!

Our winter 2012 schedule of workshops is now posted. In addition to beginner and intermediate knitting and crochet classes, we've included introductions to spinning, needle felting and embroidery.

Read the full descriptions here and view the schedule in calendar format here, and see our registration policies here. Sign up soon, these workshops fill up fast!

Drop Spindle - Spin Your Own Yarn!

Join delightful fibre artist and sheep farmer Pia Skaarer Nielsen for an introduction to the ancient and satisfying craft of making your own unique handspun yarn. You will learn about different types of fibre and spindle styles, how to keep your spindle spinning, and how to ply your beautiful singles into yarn. This class is for beginners who want to explore an easy, affordable, portable and relaxing way to make yarn.

Prerequisites: None

Instructor: Pia Skaarer-Nielsen

Sunday, March 18th, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Fee: $70 (includes a drop spindle and 1/4 lb/125g of fibre)