Learn to use a drop spindle
The Museum of Making at Derby Silk Mill, Derby, DE1 3AF
Wednesday 16th December 2026
Learn the skills to make hand spun yarn on a spindle!
About this session:
Discover the history of spinning and learn how to use spindles to make hand spun yarn.
Each participant will use a mixture of British and International sheep wools and silk to spin their very own yarn just as people did throughout time.
You will leave this session with a small skein of hand spun yarn and the skills (and supplies) to make many more metres of yarn.
It is essential those with wool and lanolin allergies declare their allergy so suitable alternative fibres can be supplied for them.
Do I need to bring anything?
All materials, tools and equipment will be provided.
Booking essential, suitable for adults 18+.
About this session:
Discover the history of spinning and learn how to use spindles to make hand spun yarn.
Each participant will use a mixture of British and International sheep wools and silk to spin their very own yarn just as people did throughout time.
You will leave this session with a small skein of hand spun yarn and the skills (and supplies) to make many more metres of yarn.
It is essential those with wool and lanolin allergies declare their allergy so suitable alternative fibres can be supplied for them.
Do I need to bring anything?
All materials, tools and equipment will be provided.
Booking essential, suitable for adults 18+.
Price
Ticket price
£40.00
