Brighton Spinning Group
Learn how to spin and dye wool the traditional way. The Brighton Spinning Group uses local wool from sheep which graze on the nearby Downs, and spin it using traditional spinning wheels, looms and tools. Once spun, the wool is dyed using plants that the group has grown or gathered themselves. The group hopes to set up a National Heritage Craft Museum at Stanmer, and run workshops there on spinning, knitting and weaving.
The Brighton Spinning Group meets each Friday from 11.30am – 3.30pm at The Green Centre in Manor Road, East Brighton. They have three spinning wheels and a number of drop spindles and although they’re a self-help group, there is usually someone around who can show newcomers the basics of spinning. Or just come and knit or do some felting if you prefer.
The group is free but you can donate £1 towards tea, coffee and biscuits.
Call 01273 687700 for more details.