Drop Spindle Spinning at Muswell Hill Creatives Make & Mend Festival

in this workshop, you'll learn how to use a drop spindle, one of the oldest tools for spinning fibre under the expert guidance of Nessa and Sofia of Four Otter Craft Studio.

You'll practise twisting and plying wool to make stronger, usable yarn.

The class will teach you how to prepare wool fibres and try out the techniques of spinning and plying. By the end, you'll have a sample of your own hand-spun yarn as a reminder of your creative journey with this ancient craft. You'll leave feeling accomplished, inspired, and connected to the tradition of spinning.

Spindle kits will be available to purchase.

Suitable for age 12 plus (all children must be supervised in the room by an adult)

On Saturday 18 October, Muswell Hill Creatives will be bringing people together to get creative at Make and Mend Festival. Guaranteed to be a feast of creativity with a strong focus on sustainability, take part in a workshop, learn about mending and repairs, shop from local makers and enjoy tasty food and drink. Admission to the Festival is free so be sure to arrive early if you're booking a workshop to take a look around and enjoy all that's on offer. Doors open to the Festival at 1pm and close at 5.30pm so arrive early, grab something to eat and browse all the great activities taking place.