Wool carding technique workshop

This workshop will introduce you to the techniques of wool carding.
Be sure to read all the information below.

Course duration: 2h30

Notions covered:

● create batts with the inclusion of other materials, and different fibers.
● learn various color-mounting techniques
● create batts with the blending board
● create rolags with hand cards

Prerequisite skills
none

Materials to be purchased from the instructor
To be paid on site: $25 starter kit to be paid to Marie-Pierre. This kit includes a 100gr. braid and yarn for decoration during twisting.
You can also bring your own fiber, or buy some from Tisse et File.

Equipment to bring if you have it
● hand cards
● mixing board
● carding machine

Bring also
● comfortable shoes or socks

Your instructor

Marie-Pierre Chabot
	SThe story of my roots, native of Bolivia. I have always been animated by music, dance and all the cultural richness of this world. My love and passion for raw fiber, dyeing, wool and textiles is in my DNA. Today, it is a great pleasure for me to share with you the fruit of my inspiration.

The location

The spinning class will take place at Tisse et File, 571 Boul. St-Jean-Baptiste in Mercier.

The class

The class will take place from 1:30 to 4 p.m.

Languages of instruction

Although the language of instruction will be French by default, translation is possible.
Number of participants
A minimum of 5 registrations and a maximum of 6 people are expected for the course to run smoothly.


Photo Credit : Mapi Créations