MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR

Lead Instructor

Mary Egbert

Mary's passion for all things fiber began when she and her husband had a herd of 25 alpacas. Her interests quickly expanded to wools and silks. Her passion for research led her to create a tool to help spinners spin a balanced yarn and delve deep into the world of scouring wool.

Mary has been a physical therapist since 1995 and uses her vast knowledge on body mechanics throughout her courses to prevent overuse injuries. She feels it's important to continue this craft for a very long time which gives us joy and do it pain free.

Mary is owner of Camaj Fiber Arts, the author of the best selling book on scouring fibers, The Art of Washing Wool, Mohair and Alpaca. She is the creator of the Eszee Twist Tool and runs the monthly fiber box called The Spinning Box.

Mary has also traveled the country teaching fiber prep and scouring to many fiber loving folk. Her articles on fiber prep, spinning, small business success secrets and scouring can be seen in magazines such as Spin Off, Ply Away, TinyStudio and has had her photography published in Alpaca Magazine.

Mary lives in Sunny Florida with her husband, has three outstanding daughters and seven amazing grandchildren.

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CLASSES INCLUDED IN YOUR MEMBERSHIP SUBSCRIPTION

For beginners and beyond

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION

We have the answers

HOW MANY TIMES CAN I WATCH CLASSES ON A MEMBERSHIP SUBSCRIPTION PROGRAM?
All our classes are available as soon as you sign up. Watch them as many times as you like. Take your time taking your class, it completely self-paced – you decide when you start and when you finish. Work at your own pace. Our classes are set up to watch on your cell, laptop, ipad or computer. Watch them anywhere and anytime.
HOW LONG DO I HAVE ACCESS TO MY CLASSES?
As long as Camaj School of Fiber arts is alive and well you have access. Also you will have complete access to all classes now and in the future as long as you have a membership. If you cancel your membership you will no longer have access to any of the classes.
CAN I SHARE MY PAID MEMBERSHIP SUBSCRIPTIONWITH MY FRIENDS?
No, we prefer you did not share your membership username and password with your friends. However, we would be tickled pink if you told your friends about our school and they joined a membership of their own
HOW SOON CAN I WATCH A COURSE AFTER I JOINED A MEMBERSHIP?
Immediately! You can start watching as soon as you join with a membership subscription
WHAT IF I CANCEL MY MEMBERSHIP SUBSCRIPTION, WILL I STILL HAVE ACCESS TO THE CLASSES?
Unfortunately, no. If you cancel your membership you will no longer have access to any classes at the Camaj School of Fiber Arts. Please read the Terms of Service details.
CAN I POST ANY PART OF THE CLASSES ON SOCIAL MEDIA OR SHARE IT WITH MY FRIENDS?
Absolutely not. All the classes have a copyright and this is not allowed per the Terms and Services. Please review for details.

STUDENTS ARE LOVING THEIR CLASSES!

Self-Paced Learning on Your Schedule

MASTER SCOURING COURSE

Deborah L.

I'm really glad I opted to take the scouring class in addition to the book. I am seeing/hearing things I missed in the reading.

Thank you for sharing your tips and secrets. I'm not afraid to scour now.

MASTER GRADIENT CARDING CLASS

Chris

This class was GREAT! I am now confident in expanding my carder use.

For example, I have stared at this yummy fiber, lovingly packed but unused, since 2008. I have wanted to blend it, but had no idea where to start and worried I would damage it.

Oh, what a difference a day makes! I am now confident in my abilities. Thank you so much!