We teach heritage crafts in rural areas of East Sussex and Kent. Crafts such as Hand Spinning, Tapestry Weaving, Knitting, Crochet and Locker Hooking are popular with all ages. Our small groups of learners are aged 12 years upwards (our eldest so far 85+ years young). All equipment and materials are provided but learners are encouraged to bring their own if they so wish. There is tea, coffee, biscuits and cake throughout the learning time. Our teaching methods are relaxed and fun. We encourage learners to keep in touch with us and each other, post learning, for friendship and craft support.
Hand Spinning Course
You will learn how to use a spinning wheel and a drop spindle. There will be the opportunity to try at least 2 different spinning wheels. The course covers co-ordination and drafting skills, hand carding and fleece preparation. You will produce 2 bobbins of yarn over 2 days. Guidance, when buying a spinning wheel, maintenance and the mechanics of a wheel is also available. There is also the opportunity for ongoing support after the course.
All materials and equipment are supplied. You are welcome to bring your own wheel if you prefer.
Bring a packed lunch. Tea, Coffee, Biscuits, Cake and Fun supplied. For further details please contact me
via email: sales@patonanddaughter.co.uk. or leave a message on 07 952 050 993
COURSES.
Saturday 11th April and Sunday 19th April, 2026 10am-3pm. Held at Burwash Common Pavilion, Etchingham,
TN19 7NA. FULL. FULL
Sunday 30th August and Saturday 5th September, 2026 10am-3pm. Held at Burwash Common Pavilion, Etchingham, TN19 7NA
We demonstrate heritage crafts in rural areas of East Sussex, Kent and beyond. We show and sell our plant dyed yarn, hand spun yarn and hand made garments and vegetarian felted fleeces at Yarn Festivals, Fairs and National Trust venues throughout the year.
YARNIVAL
A festival of Yarn and Creativity
Saturday 7th March, 10am-4pm
The Amelia Scott, Tunbridge Wells
Tickets available on the door, book in advance for discounts.
www.theamelia.co.uk. F. theameliatunbridgewells. Instagram. theamelia_tw
Great Dixter House & Gardens, Northiam, Rye, East Sussex.
Hand Spinning Demonstrations
2026
Saturday 30th May
Sunday 7th June
Saturday 11th July
Saturday 8th August
Sunday 27th September
FREE entry to The Great Barn, Nursery & Cafe. You will see Hand Spinning from fleece to yarn. There will be wool garments and accessories to purchase at this gorgeous venue.
Also available: FREE Drop Spindle lesson. Please contact sales@patonanddaughter.co.uk to book a place for your 1-1 tuition.
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