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Discover the art of turning fiber into yarn! In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn the basics of drop spindle spinning, an accessible and centuries-old technique for transforming raw fiber into your very own yarn.
During this 90 minute class, the instructor will walk through the fundamentals of preparing fiber, drafting, and spinning, with plenty of time to practice and build your skills.
Whether you're completely new to spinning or curious to try a new fiber art, you'll leave with a better understanding of the process and your own handspun yarn to take home.
Come learn how a simple tool and a handful of fiber can become something beautiful and useful!
Limited spots available. Grab yours today!
Date: December 5, 2026
Time: 1:35pm-3:05pm
Location: Village of Industry & Art Meeting Room (320 S Broad St., Philadelphia 19102)
Jason Paris
Jason is a Philadelphia-based fiber crafter who has been spinning yarn for over a decade. Besides teaching dozens of knitting and spinning lessons at local yarn stores in the area, he has also taught with the Philadelphia Guild of Handweavers. His other fiber hobbies include knitting, crochet, weaving, and nalbinding. Jason is always glad to have some wool in hand.
Discover the art of turning fiber into yarn! In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn the basics of drop spindle spinning, an accessible and centuries-old technique for transforming raw fiber into your very own yarn.
During this 90 minute class, the instructor will walk through the fundamentals of preparing fiber, drafting, and spinning, with plenty of time to practice and build your skills.
Whether you're completely new to spinning or curious to try a new fiber art, you'll leave with a better understanding of the process and your own handspun yarn to take home.
Come learn how a simple tool and a handful of fiber can become something beautiful and useful!
Limited spots available. Grab yours today!
Date: December 5, 2026
Time: 1:35pm-3:05pm
Location: Village of Industry & Art Meeting Room (320 S Broad St., Philadelphia 19102)
Jason Paris
Jason is a Philadelphia-based fiber crafter who has been spinning yarn for over a decade. Besides teaching dozens of knitting and spinning lessons at local yarn stores in the area, he has also taught with the Philadelphia Guild of Handweavers. His other fiber hobbies include knitting, crochet, weaving, and nalbinding. Jason is always glad to have some wool in hand.
