Nalbinding – Oct 26, 2024
$50.00
Nalbinding is a traditional wool fiber art which predates crochet and knitting by centuries. Using long lengths of yarn and a single blunt needle this technique is used to make common items such as hats, pouches, socks, mittens. It pre-dates knitting and crocheting by centuries with earliest items dating to 6000 BC.
Class will be held from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm.
Prerequisite: None
Age minimum: 10 years. Students under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. (Parent/guardian does not need to register or participate in the class.)
Class location: Kansas City Renaissance Festival, Bonner Springs, Kansas
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Description
We’ll focus on learning to start your project and learn the Oslo stitch. This technique forms a flexible yet solid textile, formed of interlocking-loops. You’ll have plenty of time to practice and learn to adjust how you hold your needle and materials to obtain an even tension. You will learn how to increase and decrease stitches.
By the end of the day you’ll have a small pouch or the beginnings of a hat.
Materials will be provided and you will take home your own Nalbinding needle and wool to finish your project.
Allergy notice: Animal fibers are used in this class. If you are allergic to a specific fiber, please let us know.