Julie Drogsvold is a nationally known instructor, specializing in cotton and angora.
“Julie's energy was very positive, she is SO knowledgeable and a very good teacher. I also loved the history and botany she shared (old textiles, cotton plant info)”
"This was 100% the best class I've taken in spinning so far! I loved the history and stories woven in during the spinning sections!"
-student at Oregon Flock & Fiber (Albany, Oregon)
“Julie's positive approach encouraged us that we could absolutely do this!”
“I most liked hearing from a person with many years of hands on experience talk about what you know, and it was great that the rabbits were there to watch the grooming and shearing, and to be able to spin the fiber.”
Tucson Spinning Rodeo
Tucson Spinning Rodeo
SAVE THE DATE FEB 15 - 23, 2025
February 15th - February 23RD, 2025
Join a group of talented teachers in Tucson during the Tucson Pro Rodeo week. La Fiesta de los Vaqueros promises amazing weather and a lot of fun. You can take spinning classes, starting from the basics like drop spindle to advanced techniques like high-speed cotton spinning. You'll get a chance to work with various types of fibers such as wool, angora, cotton, and alpaca. The teachers for this event are Joan Ruane, Julie Drogsvold, Mel Duarte, Lynn Ruggles, and LeRoy German. You have the flexibility to choose which classes and days you prefer while still enjoying the Rodeo and beautiful southern Arizona.