Drop Spindle Workshop

Name: Drop Spindle Workshop
Start: 2026-11-07T10:00 AM:00
End: 2026-09-13
Location: The Community Farm

📅 Date: Sat, 7 Nov 2026 at 10:00 AM

📍 Location: The Community Farm

🏷️ Cost: Paid Admission

👶 Ages: teens

🌦️ Setting: Indoor / Sheltered

🤝 Inclusivity: Family Welcome

About this Activity

Join textile artist Abbie Edbrooke for a relaxed and welcoming workshop exploring the ancient craft of drop spinning. Learn how to prepare wool fibres and use simple drop spindles to discover how fibre is transformed into yarn while spending time making alongside others.

❤️ Why Parents Love It

A wonderful, slow-paced creative craft experience suitable for older kids and teens interested in traditional arts.

💡 Good to Know

All materials and equipment are provided. Suitable for ages 16+. Notify organizers in case of a wool allergy.

🎒 What to Pack

Comfortable clothing
Any personal crafting notebooks if desired

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