Welcome to the Art of Spinning: Drop Spindle Workshop

Step into the timeless rhythm of spinning! We’re going to slow things down, connect with centuries of tradition and learn the beautiful, meditative craft of spinning yarn using a drop spindle.
We’ll cover the basics of wool preparation, drafting techniques, and how to get your spindle spinning smoothly. By the end of the session you’ll walk away with your very own handspun yarn and a new appreciation for the craft behind every thread.

This workshop will be delivered by Annie Gambrill, Killala Woolcraft. Annie is a shepherdess, an ambassador for heritage crafts and a teacher of traditional hand spinning, weaving, natural dyeing and Dorset button making. Originally from West Sussex and now living in North Mayo, she specialises in hand spinning on restored spinning wheels and weaving Irish sheep's wool yarn on her flying shuttle loom.

This workshop is free but booking is essential as places are limited.

This workshop is presented by Killala Woolcraft, in association with The Castle Bookshop and the Mayo Heritage Office.