North Carolina Bound

Sat, 24 Mar 2007 13:06:54 GMT

I got word from Sherry Healy that US Master Spinner Certificate Level I Olds College Extension Program is a go! I had priced out my airfare about a month ago and it was going to take about 42000 airmiles. One month later, the cost had gone to 50000 airmiles which just about cleans me out as far as miles. But I am going to NC! And I don't have to pay for airfare! Whoohooo!

This course provides an introduction to the basic principles of spinning wool, the nature and characteristics of wool, its selection and processing, and natural dyeing of wool. Students will: Identify the quality and characteristics of a fleece, identify the various breeds of sheep; identify and explain the various pieces of equipment used in fibre preparation and spinning; demonstrate introductory spinning techniques for wool and wool/silk blended fibres; demonstrate introductory fibre preparation techniques; demonstrate dyeing techniques using natural dyes.

The Master Spinner Program consists of six progressive levels of classroom and independent study involving skill development, research studies and project assignments in the area of hand spinning of all major types of fibers, yarns and the end use of the spun yarns. At all levels, students are evaluated on the basis of written assignments, practical projects, oral presentations and skill development. For each level, there is a course fee, a studio (supplies fee) and a workbook evaluation fee.
Those individuals who successfully complete the assignments in all six levels will receive a Master Spinner Certificate from Olds College.

This is the Course Outline and these are the Supplies list. I have to get on putting together the items on this list asap.

I want my Louet Victoria to easily find herself to me in pristine condition and full working order in time to bring her on this trip. It is officially the end of March. Louet, please ship out the Victoria's! We have been waiting for them since last year!

theShizzKnit

North Carolina Bound