The Spinning Barn - Hand Spinning Studio

I forgot to tie my skein before I washed it 😭😭😭

I've noticed a big change in Norfolk this morning as Autumn has arrived. The leaves were falling and the holly berries are turning red ready for the birds to feast on. What's happening where you are?

I have just TWO Drop Spindle kits remaining at their current fabulous price of £16.95. So if you are looking to learn to spin or just enjoy your spinning in the slightly slower lane then why not treat yourself, or a crafting friend to one today.

You can order yours in my online shop at https://www.thespinningbarn.co.uk/product-page/drop-spindle-kit

I hope that you will enjoy my latest blog post which gives you a few hints for getting ready for autumn spinning. It's just a short read so I hope you find it helpful. Let me know 😊

You can find it here https://www.thespinningbarn.co.uk/post/autumn-signals-the-start-of-cosy-evenings-spent-spinning?utm_campaign=1c1a917d-2a68-426e-a4fe-2a1582a17610&utm_source=so&utm_medium=mail

I hope that you will enjoy my latest blog post which gives you a few hints for getting ready for autumn spinning. It's just a short read so I hope you find it helpful. Let me know 😊

You can find it here

Autumn signals the start of cosy evenings spent spinning Welcome Fellow Wool WhisperersI don't know about you but while the weather was so hot and uncomfortable I found it difficult to spin, often waiting until the cooler evenings or just not spinning at all. Well now that we are finally in autumn the time feels perfect to return to our spinning wheels an...

I have had a real lesson today in the power of communication through our craft of spinning. I had the pleasure to teach the lovely Sachiko who arranged her spinning workshop as part of her first visit to England. Yes, there was a language barrier with my Japanese being non-existent but we managed a quiet but equally well managed and thoughtful time together just observing and giving information and letting the wonder of wool work its magic. We did need to resort to Google translate to discuss the more intricate details but it all worked very well.
And of course Sachiko produced the most fabulous skein of yarn to take home to Japan, although as always I forgot to take pictures - so I have added one just because FB like it!
Believe in the magic of wool. xx

I've been busy making new seat cushions from spare fleece today. A great way to spend a couple of hours in the sunshine.

I spent a couple of hours in the sunshine making more seat pads to keep you all comfy 😁

Reminder
Our Social Spinning Group meets this Saturday 31st August 10am -1pm.
All welcome with your portable projects!
Just £5 per meeting including fresh coffee and cake along with lots of fun and laughter.😊

The Barn is full of activity today. Martha is working on an art project while Edith and I are peg looming seat cushions from some spare fleece.

I hope that you all had a wonderful Bank Holiday weekend. It was certainly perfect weather to stay in and craft!
I would love to see what you were working on. Any pics??
James and I spent the whole weekend re-vamping the Spinning Barn to create lots more space and storage for all my precious things 😊. Needless to say we are both shattered!
I'll take some pics when it's fully finished.

For Sale. Heated clothes airer which I have used very successfully, and quickly to dry fleeces.
I added more wooden slats for additional space.
Works effectively without the heat source too.
£20 collection from PE32 1DB or local delivery at cost.

NOW SOLD
In search of a new loving home. This lovely Ashford Elizabeth spinning wheel.
Single and double drive facilitating a whole range of yarns. In very good working order. Comes with two bobbins. More can be purchased online.
£250 over. Collection from PE32 1DB or can deliver locally at cost.

NOW SOLD
Tapestry Loom for sale. I've only used it once so it needs a nice new home. Measures 24x18 inches. £20 Ono. Collection or postage at cost.

I'd forgotten how much fun beehives are to spin.
If you fancy giving this a go join me for my workshops on 7th Sept and 25th October. Details on my website.

Today I've been playing with beehives ahead of my workshop on 7th Sept and 25th October. I'd forgotten how much fun they are to make 😊

Details of the workshop are in the Events section of my website.

I managed to get a few rows finished of my jumper while waiting for Martha at her piano lesson.
I'm really enjoying the Ribble sweater pattern using gorgeous .

Just getting in a few rows of my Ripple sweater using the gorgeous while waiting for my granddaughter to finish piano practice. Can't be wasting time 😁

There's more to nettles than fibre and dye. I love my nettle tea with leaves picked from my garden every morning. And I especially enjoy it from my precious mug from Shetland.
What's your favourite morning drink?

Shout out to my newest followers! Excited to have you onboard! Sherie Olson, Tamara Cartwright-Loebl
We would love to hear about your hand spinning journey if you would like to share.

Reminder
Our Social Group meets tomorrow 21st Aug 10am - 1pm.
Not our usual week so hope to see you all.

I have workshop space this Sunday 18th August.
What would you like to learn?
Just get in touch to book

Where did your job take you today? I spent a fabulous day teaching the Worstead Guild at the incredible How Hill in Ludham. I took the long route home and had fish and chips in Cromer in the evening sun. What a brilliant day. Thank you to everyone for making this a super day.

There's so much going on at The Spinning Barn

There's just so much going on at The Spinning Barn New workshops and new dates in case you missed out.