In person Workshops
& Events

at the Mill

Come to the mill and learn how to SAVE MONEY on your processing by skirting your own fleeces!

During this 2 hour, hands-on class Carrie will be teaching:

  • What is skirting and why does it matter

  • How to properly skirt a fleece

  • What mills look for in incoming fiber (strength, quality, length)

  • Identifying problem areas and contamination

  • Tips for improving processing results and yarn quality

  • Realistic expectation from processing

  • Determining best use for your fleece

  • And more!

Have fleeces ready for processing?

The mill will be open Thursday, June 4th from 12-4pm and Saturday, June 13th from 10-2pm!

Stop by anytime during the window to drop off, shop, and see the progress!

We are located in Coral, Michigan. Approx. 45 minutes north of Grand Rapids.
Please email info@thewoolsteadco.com for address or message us on Instagram or Facebook.

we love offering hands-On learning opportunities!

Stay tuned for future classes on:

❋ Beginner Spinning
❋ Worsted vs Woolen/Long Draw Spinning
❋ Plying methods
❋ Crocheting 101
❋ Knitting 101
❋ Basic Weaving
❋ Natural vs. Acid Dyeing
❋ Wet Felting
❋ Needle Felting
❋ Sheep Shearing
❋ Hand Processing at Home
❋ Dye Gardening
❋ And more!