Creative Workshop: Drop Spinning
Sat 26 Sep, 10:30 - 12:30
National Museum of Scotland
Tickets from £50, Members and concessions available
About Creative Workshop: Drop Spinning
Join Nic DeRushie, researcher and living educator, for this inspirational and practical workshop around traditional spinning techniques.
The morning will start with an introduction to the history of yarn making taking inspiration from the museum collections. There will be a handling session looking at a range of spinning tools, some of which are from our collections, before moving onto the hands-on creative experience.
You will have the opportunity to make your own spindles and learn the basics of spinning using Scottish heritage breed fleeces. You will also learn about yarn plying and explore projects that can be done using a small amount of hand-spun yarn.
All materials can be taken home to enjoy further experimenting with techniques learnt in your own time.
Ticketing information
Ticket prices
| Ticket type | Price |
| Adult | £50 |
| Member | £45 |
| Over 65s | £48 |
| Student, Unemployed, Disabled, Young Scot | £45 |
| Accompanying essential carer | Free |
Terms and conditions
National Museums Scotland have a non-refundable and non-transferable ticketing policy.
Good to know
- Suitable for all abilities and experience levels
- All materials provided
- The workshop will involve moving between locations within the museum. All routes will have step-free access.
About the artist
Nic DeRushie is an independent researcher and living history educator. She is the author of the best-selling book, 'Bog Fashion' and the creator behind the popular Instagram account, @grounded_history. She has been a spinner for 17 years, and has tried a wide variety of historical crafts, experimenting to create modern versions of historic clothing.
Accessibility and facilities
We want everyone who comes to our museums to enjoy their time with us and make the most of their visit.
How to get to the space
You can make your way to the studios by walking through the Collecting Stories gallery. Walk up the staircase to Level 4. Turn right and the studios will be through the doors ahead of you.
There is also lift access via the lift next to the staircase. The dimensions of the lift are 137cm x 150cm (4ft 6in x 4ft 11in).
The door to each studio is not automatic and cannot be opened by a push pad. During an event it may already be open or a staff member will available to offer assistance.
Wheelchair access
There is significant space to use a wheelchair in each studio.
Wheelchairs can be borrowed from the information desks at the Entrance Hall and Tower Entrance. They cannot be booked in advance.
Seating
Tables and seating in the studios are not fixed.
Hearing induction loops
There is no induction loop in either studio.
Toilets and baby changing
The nearest toilets are on Level 4 next to the studios. There are standard toilets and an accessible toilet. A baby changing table is located in the accessible toilet.
If you require a changing places toilet, please ask a member of staff.
Visit our accessibility page for general access information for the National Museum of Scotland.
Get in touch
If you have any questions about this event, please get in touch by:
- Email: publicevents@nms.ac.uk
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