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Spinning wheel 101 with Alexina Hicks - Saturday August 8 from 1:30pm to 4:30pm

Bilingual Saturday afternoon
$120.00
Pssst! Workshops include a 3-day festival admission. One admission per participant.

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August 8, 2026, 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Workshops Hallway

Language: Bilingual

Difficulty: Beginner

Category: Spinning

In this workshop, you will explore spinning on the spinning wheel while working together to master its use. You will learn the basics of drafting fibre, adding twist to yarn, and using ergonomic movements and techniques. This workshop is ideal for beginners who want to take their first steps into the world of spinning, as well as for spinners who wish to discover new spinning methods.

What you leave with: Workshop fibres and your new spinning knowledge!

Prerequisites

None

What is provided (for the duration of the workshop)

Spinning fibre
It will be possible to rent a spinning wheel for the course for $15 (it will be prepared in advance for the class). Please leave a note in your order if you wish to rent a spinning wheel.

Available models: Majacraft wheels, antique spinning wheels, or the Schacht Spindle Company Ladybug wheel.

What to bring

A functional spinning wheel, including the flyer and a bobbin

TEACHER

Alexina Hicks

Alexina Hicks and her partner Yves-Antoine are the makers behind L’aime Laine. Based in Mauricie, they design and create drop spindles and other spinning tools. Since 2017, Alexina has been teaching knitting, spinning, and other aspects of fibre processing and transformation. She also offers locally sourced fibres at every stage of processing. A proud representative of the Majacraft spinning wheels, she has also completed the Master Spinner study program.

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Workshops Include 3-Day Festival Access!

Register for any of our festival workshops and enjoy instant access—no festival ticket purchase needed! Workshop participants are admitted to the festival for all three days. One admission per participant. Come get crafty with us!
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