Two Day Fleece Prep & Spinning Workshop

Ashley reviewed: Beginners Spinning

"Absolutely wonderful day! It was definitely challenging, but super worth it to take home a little ball of self made wool. Even though I spent most of the day thinking I wasn't doing very well, it all came together at the end, and I can't wait to use the wool I made. Cathy was also lovely. She was helpful and very patient with everyone. At the end, my mum and I walked out, already talking about coming again sometime"

Lazykate Textiles responded:

"Ashley thank you so much- this made me so happy!! I had a great day and you and your mum did so well, I’m so pleased you’re going to carry on spinning. And you should because you were brilliant!"

Jenny P reviewed: Beginners Spinning

"What a fabulous day learning to spin on this beginner’s spinning course! Cathy was so knowledgeable and kind. A great teacher and very supportive and enthusiastic. I came away having learnt more than I’d expected and having spun my very own skein from a batch of texel fleece. I’ve hired a wheel from her now so I can continue to practise. "

Libby reviewed: Beginner's Spinning in Newcastle

"I had a lovely day in Liverpool on the beginners spinning course. I learnt a great deal from Cathy and came home with a finished length of yarn. Her knowledge and teaching were great. Also I enjoyed the chat with other would-be spinners and I thought how, down the centuries, women must have chatted thus as they spun. A lovely day."

A.Douglas reviewed: Beginner's Spinning in Newcastle

"I really enjoyed this course which I undertook today (29/9/23). Kate is really knowledgeable and keen to pass on that information to her participants. There is sooo much to learn I was supported and guided through each step of the process and patiently assisted when it went wrong - which was frequently. I left with a skein of my own spun yarn!. I would highly recommend this course. Don't be nervous-have a go"

Lazykate Textiles responded:

"Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this review. I'm so pleased you enjoyed the day and felt you learnt so much. Really looking forward to seeing what you make in the future on your own wheel Happy spinning Cathy"

Kathryn R reviewed: Beginner's Spinning in Newcastle

"I really enjoyed the Beginners Spinning workshop at the Red Lion in Newburgh. Cathy was brilliant and explained the basics before demonstrating this beautiful craft and helping each participant to embark on their individual spinning journey. The pace was relaxed and the atmosphere friendly and encouraging. Highly recommended!"

K James reviewed: Beginner's Spinning in Newcastle

"I did the beginners spinning course today with Cathy at the Eden Tea Rooms. What a great day. Cathy and her daughter were extremely knowledgeable and very patient. Cathy guided us through every step of the process and they were both on hand to get us out of trouble when things went a bit wrong. There were 4 of us on the course and we all created a skein of yarn to take away. From my point of view it was something I had wanted to do for some time and I wasn’t disappointed. I would recommend this course to anyone who wants to learn spinning."

Lazykate Textiles responded:

"Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this review, we really appreciate it. We had a brilliant day, your spinning was beautiful. We can't wait to follow your spinning journey Cathy and Jessamy"

melanie a rampeearee reviewed: Beginner's Spinning in Newcastle

"Booked into Cathy's spinning workshop on this site. Was in a lovely venue in Crosby, Liverpool. It's very handy that Cathy is running these workshops locally. Had a brilliant fun day, Cathy and her mum Jean were lovely, very friendly and patient with us all. It was a small class which made it possible for Cathy to spend time with each one of us to assist. I enjoyed the class so much I decided to continue spinning and I purchased a wheel. Since the first workshop over a year ago Cathy has helped me with spinning troubleshooting and her wealth of knowledge has helped me to progress and tweak my spinning, thus making me more confident with my spinning. Definitely recommend Cathy's workshops."

Lazykate Textiles responded:

"Thanks Mel, We enjoyed getting to know you and your mum, the day was great. Thanks for leaving such a nice review, i really appreciate it."

Susan Pearson reviewed: Beginner's Spinning in Newcastle

"Thank you Cathy and Jean for a great day of spinning at one of Black Sheep Wools workshops. I had a great time yesterday and learned a lot. Cathy and her mum (Jean), are very patient, and certainly knowledgeable about their craft, and I would recommend them to anybody. I am now a lot more confident about my spinning after only a few hours with Cathy and Jean, and I actually took a skein of usable yarn home, which I spun myself at the workshop."

Lazykate Textiles responded:

"Thanks Susan, It was a lovely to spend the day with you, thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review."

Karen irwin reviewed: Beginner's Spinning in Newcastle

"Had a very enjoyable day with Cathy and Jean. They were so patient and offered different learning techniques. Inspired by their enthusiasm. I highly recommend this course and am hoping to continue spinning in the future Many thanks Cathy and Jean"

Anne Fitzgerald reviewed: Beginner's Spinning in Newcastle

"Spent the day with Cathy and het mum yesterday at Ovis Yarns in Liverpool. Lovely day, very relaxed but informative teaching. I came away with a useable hank of yarn and enough knowledge to continue practicing at home. I would thoroughly recommend Cathy as a tutor for spinning."

Ursula reviewed: Beginner's Spinning in Newcastle

"Attended a beginner spinning workshop with Cathy and her Mum Jean today. They are such lovely, friendly, knowledgable ladies, making it easy to learn a new skill. Nothing is too much trouble and they are both only too happy to help and pass on any tips...so much so that I came away with a hank of yarn spun by me! Would definitely recommend Cathy’s classes...if you are thinking about it..go on, give it a try..you won’t regret it.."

Julie Carey reviewed: Beginner's Spinning in Newcastle

"Thank you for such a lovely day. Both Cathy and her Mum , Jean were excellent teachers with lots of good humour and patience. They helped us to learn this new skill with lots of reassurance. Highly recommended course which is very addictive."

SallyAnne, Willow Witch Of Pendle reviewed: Beginner's Spinning in Newcastle

"Loving rural crafts I have always wanted to try spinning but it looked so complicated. Cathy (and Jean) are outstanding teachers. Their patience, understanding and motivation made the day fly so quickly and resulted in a spinning novice producing yarn! I'm totally hooked. My aim is to do the Dye Day with them dieing Marino wool, spinning it, then knitting a scarf. Just need to drop a massive hint to the hubby for my birthday present, a wheel! I would highly recommend theses courses to anyone. Thank you"

Jean Allan reviewed: Beginner's Spinning in Newcastle

"Went on the spinning workshop on Monday 30th January 2017 . Through the Stanhill Village Heritage project. What a fantastic day I had there was 5 of us never done spinning before, Cathy and her Mum were great lots of patience and encouragement. I was very pleased with the end product. Thanks for a great day ."

Jane Miller reviewed: Beginner's Spinning in Newcastle

"I've been spinning for about 12 months, completely self-taught and wanted some expert guidance to improve my technique. Cathy is a lovely teacher, very patient and great one-to-one tuition where needed, we were soon off to a great start. I picked up some valuable tips which I take away to my home spinning, newly enthused and raring to go! Thank you, Cathy, for an enjoyable day, friendly atmosphere and an excellent setting, shop and cafe at Black Sheep in Culcheth to make us feel totally spoilt!"

Sophie C reviewed: Beginner's Spinning in Newcastle

"Myself and my mother-in-law attended a beginners spinning day with Cathy and Jean this week and it was absolutely fantastic! We both had a wonderful time and had produced our first skein by the end of the day! Cathy and Jean made us so welcome and at ease, it made the whole day fun! It has definitely started something and I can't wait to start practising again! Thank you Cathy and Jean!"