Summer Institute 2026: Flax From Field to Fabric
Schedule
Fri, 26 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sun, 28 Jun, 2026 at 04:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
2451 Kissel HIll Road, Lancaster, PA | Lancaster, PA
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Learn how to process flax into fabric by hand starting in the field! In Flax: From Field to Fabric you begin with pulling the flax in the field and progress through breaking, heckling, carding, using a drop spindle to spin yarn, dying the yarn and finally weave a small piece of fabric. This three-day hands-on course includes a drop spindle for you to take home to continue your journey after the class. All materials and equipment are included. Landis Valley Museum Master Instructors Joe Schott, and Tina Mickley will guide you through every step. Registration for this very special class is limited. Class is held both outside and inside, please dress in layers appropriate for the weather. Please wear sturdy, comfortable, supportive shoes. Please bring a lunch and water bottle. Friday June 26, Saturday June 27 and Sunday June 28, 2026
9 AM – 4 PM each day, please select a date from the drop down menu. Ages 18+.
All sales are final, no refunds. Proceeds benefit the Museum.
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