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Cartmel Handspun Spinning School

Contact name: Elaine Ware
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about 11 years
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Maker's bio

Elaine Ware has been spinning for nearly 60 years and teaching spinning since 2013. In that time people from around the world have made their way to her Lake District home to learn to spin. Although officially retired, what started as a paying hobby has turned into a new career. In 2019 Cartmel Handspun Spinning School moved into a new dedicated space - a lovely, well lit former coach house specifically converted as a spinning and weaving studio.

Courses, kits & gifts

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Fleece Preparation (wool) for Hand Spinners and Felters
Next date: 2nd Jun 2024
3 places left
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Hand spinning 2 day course: From fleece to fibre
Next date: 20th Apr 2024
3 places left
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Hand spinning for beginners at Cartmel Handspun
Next date: 28th Apr 2024
3 places left

Recent reviews

All maker's reviews
20 Mar 24'

Michele Phillips reviewed: Hand spinning 2 day course: From fleece to fibre

"This is a really interesting and hands on course. Elaine is very knowledgeable but is also able to communicate it to those starting from scratch. Most enjoyable and would highly recommend it ."

Cartmel Handspun Spinning School responded:

"Thanks Michele I'm so pleased you enjoyed your course."

19 Feb 24'

Jill Collerton reviewed: Hand spinning 2 day course: From fleece to fibre

"A fantastic, informative and absorbing weekend. I had never even seen a spinning wheel in real life before this course, and have come away with the skills to help me practice on my own. Elaine is a brilliant host, creating a comfortable atmosphere in which to learn. She knows her stuff - thanks so much Elaine."

Cartmel Handspun Spinning School responded:

"Thanks Jill I'm so pleased you enjoyed your course. All the best with your spinning as you go forward. Elaine"

15 Nov 23'

catherine reviewed: Hand spinning 2 day course: From fleece to fibre

"lovely 2 day course in a very cosy setting. Very informative. Learning reinforced with the practical component. Invaluable experience."

11 Jun 23'

Hazel Hanslip reviewed: Hand spinning 2 day course: From fleece to fibre

"On my way home from the best course I’ve ever done (& I’m a serial craft courser!). I attended the course as I work on a farm and want to make better use of our fleeces by spinning them. I've learned so much from Elaine, my brain is overflowing with ideas and can’t wait to get stuck in to the fleeces at home. Thank you so much for teaching me spinning skills & sharing all of your advice. "

Cartmel Handspun Spinning School responded:

"Thank you Hazel. I'm very happy to hear you got so much out of your weekend learning about fleece and spinning. All the best with your venture helping others."

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