Christmas Fayre

at Salisbury Community Farm River Bourne

Laverstock Salisbury

December 3rd

10.00am to 4.00pm

A Thousand Sheep;

Come and see Laurence demonstrate the process of carding, spinning and dyeing with Madder and buy your own hand spindle kit.

Art, Craft, Food stalls available

Mulled wine and mince pies


SPIN FOR A THOUSAND SHEEP!

Thursday 8th of December

6 – 8pm - at River Bourne Community Farm, Laverstock, Salisbury

Free adult and youth workshop in the Long Barn -

SPIN FOR A THOUSAND SHEEP – come and contribute to the project All wool provided, spinning wheels and carding machines welcomed, hand spindles and carding combes available.

All abilities welcomed – Beginners - come and learn how to card and spin.

Experienced spinners, come and share your spinning and carding skills with the group

No limit on numbers

RSVP to Laurence on 01722 340161

For more infromation on the project, visit the blog http://athousandsheep.blogspot.uk

Refreshments available (donations).

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