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Wolf Craft School

Silk Making | Sunday, April 5, 1-5pm

$100.00
$100.00

Silk Making: The Sacred Art of Sericulture

Date: Sunday, April 5, 2026
Time: 1-5pm
Cost: $100
Location: 205C York Street, Nevada City, CA 95959

Workshop Description:

Explore the ancient origins of sericulture and the remarkable relationship between humans and the silk moth. In this class, we’ll trace the history of sericulture from its beginnings in the East, uncovering how this extraordinary insect became central to one of the world’s most treasured fibers.

Students will have the opportunity to observe live silkworms and cocoons and learn about the full lifecycle of the silk moth. We’ll walk through the silk extraction process and discuss traditional and contemporary practices used to transform cocoons into usable fiber.

Each participant will leave with hand-dyed cocoons and the foundational knowledge needed to begin a small silkworm setup at home.

About the Instructor

Summer Lilly

Summer Lilly

Fiddler and Fiber Artist

My name is Summer Lilley, and I’m a fiddler and fiber artist based in the Southeast. While I work as both a teacher and musician, fiber arts remain my daily passion and creative grounding.

I grew up on a small farm where we raised sheep and mohair goats, and I learned to process their fiber by hand. I started spinning at age four—standing on a chair and using a homemade CD drop spindle—and I’ve been hooked ever since.

I love sharing the ancient craft of hand spinning, both on the wheel and spindle, and connecting others to this timeless tradition.

Policies

By signing up for a class, you agree to these policies:

You may cancel a class for a full refund or class credit 14 days before the start date of the class. 

All scheduled classes and workshops start and end on time. Please be prompt in your arrival and departure, as we often have other classes starting after yours. Arriving 15 minutes late to a class counts as a no-show, and no make up class will be offered. Instructors are subject to change.

We reserve the right to cancel any class due to low enrollment or unforeseen conflicts. If a class is cancelled, we will do our best to reschedule the session.  If you are unable to attend the rescheduled class, you will be issued a refund. 

Please note that we may take photos during the workshop to use on social media.  If you do wish to be photographed, please let the teacher know when you arrive.

Wolf Craft Collective, LLC or any person or persons acting on its behalf is released from liability for any bodily injuries sustained, or for loss or damage of any personal articles while on the premises or while participating in any activity sponsored by Wolf Craft Collective, LLC. 

There is a metered parking lot very close to the Tinnery, please ensure you have coins to pay the meter, as it does not accept cards.

Gift cards can be applied toward all classes or Wolf Craft merchandise.  Gift Cards can not be redeemed for cash.  Gift Cards do not expire.