Master Spinner Program
- Master Spinner Handbook
...the answer to all your questions about the program: policies, FAQ, and more. Essential information for anyone entering the program.
The Master Spinner Program consists of six progressive levels of classroom and independent study involving skill development, research studies and project assignments in the area of hand spinning of all major types of fibers, yarns and the end use of the spun yarns. At all levels, students are evaluated on the basis of written assignments, practical projects, oral presentations and skill development.
- Check out our Off-Campus Master Spinner Courses
Fibre Week 2012 Courses
Sponsored by:
Make One Yarn Studio
Celeigh Wool
- All courses run from 9am – 4pm with a one hour lunch break unless otherwise noted.
- If registration demands are such that a second session of a level is offered, the class list will be divided according to the date of registration.
- Students entering level 1 should have a working relationship with a spinning wheel. A Beginner Spinning course is strongly recommended.
- Instructor Biographies can be found on the Meet the Team page
- Materials fees, collected at the time of registration are for fibres, etc supplied by the instructor for use during the class. They are not meant to be of sufficient quantity for homework completion.
Spinning Wheel Rentals
There are a few wheels available for rent on a first-come basis. Contact Otto Pahl for reservations and make your rental payment when you register.
Level 1 – Instructor: Ruth Blazenko
Students should have a working relationship with a spinning wheel. The Beginner Spinning course is strongly recommended for those with little or no experience. Students should read the Master Spinner Handbook before attending this class.
Supply
List
Monday, June 25– Friday, June 29
$399 Materials $65.
Level 2 – Instructor: Gayle Vallance
Supply List
Monday, June 25– Friday, June 29
$399 Materials $65.
Level 3 – Instructor: Margaret Sjostrom
Supply List
Monday, June 25– Friday, June 29
$399 Materials $65.
Level 4 – Instructor: - Birgit Rasmussen - Combined with Level 5
Supply List - Updated February 2012
Monday, June 25– Friday, June 29
$399 Materials $65.
Level 5 – Instructor: Birgit Rasmussen - Combined with Level 4
Supply List - Updated February 2012
Monday, June 25– Friday, June 29
$499 Materials $65 + GST
Level 6 - Instructor: Coleen Nimetz
Supply List - Updated February 2012
Prerequisite: completion of homework in Levels 1-5
Monday, June 25– Friday, June 29
$499 Materials $65 + GST
Level 6 Studies - Completed & Proposed
For all your spinning supplies, contact:
Workbook Requirements Version
After June 2011, all workbooks must be completed using the latest version of the requirements. If you took your course before Fibre Week June 2010, please contact the Olds College coordinator for a copy of the new versions.
Marking Fees
Marking Fees: Levels 1-5: $95.00, Level 6: $190.00 until June 30, 2012.
As of July 1, 2012 fees will be $120 + return postage for Levels 1-5. Level 6 tba.
