I am planning to teach several workshops and courses in 2027. Check back, or contact me to join a mailing list. Don’t leave it too late to register!

Spinning for Beginners

Instructors: Julia Lee and Joan McKenzie

Dates: TBA, 2027

Venue: Haliburton School of Art and Design OR Neilson Park Creative Centre in Etobicoke

Learn how to prepare a fleece for spinning, including skirting, washing, dyeing, and carding, then how to use a supported spindle and a spinning wheel to turn the wool into plied yarn. All equipment and material is provided.

Spinning: Beyond Wool

Instructor: Julia Lee

Dates: TBA, 2027

Venue: Haliburton School of Art and Design

Build on your existing spinning skills by exploring a range of fibres beyond wool, including alpaca, mohair, angora, silk, and dog fur. Learn about the unique characteristics of each fibre and how to blend and spin them effectively. Instruction will focus on adjusting your spinning techniques and experimenting with creative multi-plying methods to produce distinctive, high-quality yarns. This class is intended for spinners who are comfortable using a spinning wheel or e-spinner and can create a two-ply yarn. You should bring your own working equipment, or rental options may be available through the instructor. Spinning fibres will be provided.

Provenance Spinning School

Instructor: Julia Lee

Dates: TBA, 2027

Venue: Provenance Studio, Riverdale, Toronto

Registration fee: $750 pp (if 2 participants) or $600 pp (if 3 or 4 participants)

In a small-group setting (2 to 4 participants), learn the process of turning raw sheep’s wool into beautiful, useable yarn. Learn how to sort, wash, dye, card, blend, spin, and ply wool and a selection of other fibres. All equipment and materials will be supplied. Email for more information.

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