When I went to Rhinebeck, I took a beginner's spinning class.
When I signed up my plan was to experience spinning, decide if I liked it and possibly buy a spinning wheel. Since paying my class fees in May, I've gotten addicted to spinning and built up a huge fiber stash. Please note that I'm currently in denial about large it has grown since July.
The spinning class was helpful. I learned that I was treadling way too fast. I need to keep on reminding myself that it is not a race. I'm tempted to post a little sign on my wheel that says slow down. I also learned how to correctly attach fiber. (Apparently the correct way is not to cross your fingers and hope for the best). And I've also learned the long draw drafting technique.
Today, I finally got to sit down at the wheel and practice what I learned. The long draw method, which I'm working on perfecting, is helping me to produce a consistent-looking yarn that has no corkscrews. I found some leftover practice Corriedale to use and spun two bobbins. I'll ply them together tomorrow.
As for the challenge I'm doing well. The only day I didn't manage to spin was last Thursday, which is pretty good considering I was at Rhinebeck.
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