E-Spinner 101: electronic spinning wheel basics

Curious about how yarn is made—or looking to try out a new kind of spinning wheel? Join us and Learn to Spin with an Electronic Spinning Wheel in this hands-on workshop that welcomes both total beginners and seasoned spinners.

During this class you’ll get plenty of hands-on time with an EEW 6.1 e-spinner to learn how to operate it and adjust the settings to make the term you want to make. By the end, you’ll have yarn you spun yourself to take home—and the confidence to keep exploring on your own. Plus, completing this workshop also counts as your tool test for using the electronic spinning wheels at Artisans Asylum.

Electronic spinners (or e-spinners) make spinning more accessible than ever: no pedaling required. They’re lightweight, portable, and super easy to use. Whether you’ve never touched fiber before or you’ve spun miles of yarn, this class is your chance to experiment, practice, and discover what these little powerhouse tools can do.

• Set up, adjust, and operate an EEW 6.1 electronic spinning wheel.
• Understand how e-spinners differ from treadle wheels and why they’re a great option for accessibility and portability.
• Draft and spin fiber into singles, then wind your own yarn to take home.
• Troubleshoot common beginner issues like overtwist or breakage.
• Feel confident experimenting with your own fiber or yarn projects.

Optional: Students with their own fiber or spinning wheel if you’d like to experiment with it during class.

Students with a passion for yarn or are curious about Artisans Asylum's Fiber Arts Shop. Students must be 14 years old or older. Any student under 18 years of age must be accompanied by and under the direct supervision of a responsible adult.

• An EEW 6.1 electronic spinning wheel for each student to use for the duration of the class.
• A selection of fibers for practice spinning
• Access to A2's Fiber Arts Shop and tools for the duration of the session.

With a passion for transforming fluff into art, Bleu is a long-time needle fiber artist with a wealth of experience. In their classes, they encourage students to hone their tactile senses and structural visualization skills while teaching the science of fibers. Their infectious enthusiasm and knack for breaking down complex techniques into digestible steps make learning an adventure.