Drop spindling is a fun, accessible, and deeply satisfying way to begin your spinning journey or indeed learn another technique with no wheel required!
In this beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll learn the fundamentals of drop spindling gaining the skills and confidence to spin beautiful yarn at home.
By the end of the session, you’ll leave with your very own hand spun yarn along with an understanding of the spinning process — all with just a spindle and fibre.
This workshop is perfect for absolute beginners. Spindles and fibre will be provided.
Come spin with us and experience the joy of turning fleece into yarn — one twist at a time.
The benefits of joining the Guild
Click here to join the Guild - annual membership is $80 full or $70 concession.
Membership gives you access to all the Guild's amenities including our library of over 3000 books, DVDs and magazines, special interest groups, discounted access to all workshops and courses, and our once-a-month magazine Treadles.
You will learn
- The anatomy of a drop spindle – Understand how this simple tool works and the different types available.
- The park and draft method – A beginner-friendly technique to help you spin with control and consistency.
- How to spin, ply and finish your yarn, ready to be used in your textile crafts.
You will get
- An Ashford drop spindle.
- 100 grams of wool fibre.
Appropriate for
Beginners welcome, no experience needed.
What to bring
- All materials are provided.
What to wear
Casual clothing.
Elena is a passionate spinner and knitter. She has been interested in fibre arts since her grandmother taught her to knit as a child. She is fascinated by the history of fibre arts and loves learning new skills and techniques.
Organized by
Handweavers & Spinners Guild of Victoria
500 reviewsThe Guild's aim is to bring together those who practise handweaving, spinning and allied crafts and to help and encourage them to increase their knowledge, understanding and skills by discussion, demonstration, exhibition, teaching and the provision of quality resource materials.
Our Guild rooms house an excellent library and craft supply, sell members work and host a wonderful range of interest groups, classes and workshops.
We have members and affiliated groups throughout the state.
Come and join us!
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 7 days before class starts. Free of charge.
- A transfer can be requested 7 days before the class starts. Free of charge.
No changes will be allowed after these times.
We recommend the refund upgrade option upon checkout in case you’re not able to attend the class. Learn more about refund upgrade option.
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