Lesson 4 – Spinning your first yarn

After all that prep, it’s finally time for the real magic: we’re going to spin! In this deep-dive lesson, running over half an hour, I’ll guide you step-by-step through the core techniques of spinning. We’ll explore the best ways to draft your fibers and find a rhythm that feels just right, so we can conjure up those very first yards of yarn together on your spindle.

In this lesson, you’ll discover:

• The Art of the Draft: The secret to smoothly pulling fibers from your supply without the struggle.
• Mastering the Motion: How to control the drafting process to create a beautiful, consistent yarn.
• Finding Your Rhythm: How to establish a steady pace that makes spinning feel almost effortless.