# Distaff and Loom > Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.2, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. Hand Spinning and Hand Weaving on the Isle of Mull ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://distaffandloom.co.uk/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Blog](https://distaffandloom.co.uk/blog/): Blog - [Salen Show 2026](https://distaffandloom.co.uk/salen-show-2026/): Thursday the 13th of August 2026 was the Mull and Morvern Agricultural Show - more affectionately known as the Salen Show. I was lucky enough to secure a table in the marquee to showcase some of my spinning and weaving. I would like to say a heartfelt thanks to all who came up to say - [Bookings for June](https://distaffandloom.co.uk/bookings-for-june/): Bookings for June 26 are now available in the booking calendar - an ideal activity for a rainy day on Mull! - [Extreme Spinning and Weaving Project - Christening Blanket](https://distaffandloom.co.uk/extreme-spinning-and-weaving-project-christening-blanket/): Extreme Spinning and Weaving Project - Christening Blanket So an invite has just come in for a family christening next month - my niece is having her daughter christened mid April. Unfortunately someone has to stay behind to look after the dogs and chickens, and since the chickens are mine, its me who is top - [The History of Spindle Spinning](https://distaffandloom.co.uk/the-history-of-spindle-spinning/): Is Drop Spindle Spinning Historically Accurate? A discussion on the prehistory of spinning, and an understanding of suspended versus supported spindle spinning. A short history of drop spindle spinning. Recently I have had someone comment that the Kromski drop spindles aren’t historically accurate – they queried the top whorl position, noting that medieval spindles generally - [Happy St Distaff's Day - 7th Jan 2026](https://distaffandloom.co.uk/happy-st-distaffs-day-7th-jan-2026/): The day after epiphany is traditionally celebrated as St Distaff's Day. This is when women would have returned to their never ending spinning work after a break over the Christmas period. Whilst women and girls had to return to their tools, men and boys were allowed to play pranks on St Distaff's Day - including - [Festive Greetings](https://distaffandloom.co.uk/festive-greetings/): Wishing everyone a peaceful Christmas and a creative New Year. Update on my handspun warpMy 12 shaft floor loom is now dressed with my handspun warp, hopefully I'll find some time for some weaving over the coming days. The black and grey marl yarn that I have spun looks elegant with the herringbone weave. For - [My Current Spinning Project](https://distaffandloom.co.uk/my-current-spinning-project/): I thought I'd share my current project that I am spinning up. 200g Black Corridale singles and 100g pewter/dark grey Tussah Silk singles - plied into a monochrome candy cane (or marl). I'll let you know how much warp yarn I manage to spin up with the 300g. Black Corridale and Dark Grey Tussah SilkMy - [Why Distaff and Loom?](https://distaffandloom.co.uk/why-distaff-and-loom/): Why Distaff and Loom? I thought I'd do a quick post on why I thought I'd call my business Distaff and Loom.Simply put, spinning and weaving are at the very core of my being; they are such creative and restorative crafts that I want to share with you all. Flax and Linen have a special - [Reasons to Love a Kromski Spinning Wheel](https://distaffandloom.co.uk/reasons-to-love-a-kromski-spinning-wheel/): Every time I unbox a new Kromski spinning wheel, I am always struck with their workmanship and loveliness. So I thought I'd list why I think they're just the best. First of all, Kromski are a small family owned business in Poland. They keep history and tradition alive in their wheels, whilst adding modern design ## Pages - [Traditional Craft on Mull - Home](https://distaffandloom.co.uk/): Traditional Craft on Mull Here at Distaff and Loom we love to share our knowledge about the traditional crafts of spinning and weaving. Situated on the picturesque Isle of Mull, we offer bespoke craft activities and experiences. Mull is famous for its stunning untouched scenery and an abundance of wildlife, this does mean however that - [Contact](https://distaffandloom.co.uk/contact/): GET IN TOUCHContact Distaff and Loom Contact Natalie You can say hello to Natalie by email - you will receive an email response within 24 hours.If you do not receive a reply - check you have spelt the address correctly and send again.natalie@distaffandloom.co.uk or why not try our handy form? Contact Form First Name Last - [About](https://distaffandloom.co.uk/about/): About Distaff and Loom Hello, I'm Natalie The face behind Distaff and Loom. I've been weaving for 15 years and spinning a little less. I am blessed to live on the beautiful Isle of Mull - an island that is part of the Inner Hebrides off the west coast of Scotland. I'm a self taught - [Spinning Experiences](https://distaffandloom.co.uk/spinningexperiences/): Spinning Experiences on Mull Have you ever wanted to try your hand at spinning on a wheel or with a drop spindle, but have felt too daunted to try? Hand Spinning is not just for mythical creatures in fairytales, but suitable for everyone! Spinning is such a magical craft; stress relieving and joyous. Distaff and - [Handweaving](https://distaffandloom.co.uk/handweaving/): Handweaving on Mull This page is still under construction; creativity takes time! Come back soon to see my progress with historic linen weaving on my George Wood Dobby Loom. - [Holiday Spinning Wheel Rental](https://distaffandloom.co.uk/spinningexperiences/holidaywheelrental/): Holiday Spinning Wheel Rental So you've booked a Holiday to the Isle of Mull, and want to include some contented spinning time into your holiday plans, but don't want to pack your wheel in the car? Distaff and Loom are here for you - we get it. No holiday would be complete without some time - [Beginners Spinning Wheel Experience](https://distaffandloom.co.uk/spinningexperiences/spinningwheel/): Beginners Spinning Wheel Experience on the Isle of Mull Learn to spin on the Isle of Mull. An experience that teaches the basics of Spinning on a Spinning Wheel, suitable for complete beginners. 2 hours for £65 This is for you if.... You want a stress free holiday activity You've always wanted to spin but - [Beginners Drop Spindle Experience](https://distaffandloom.co.uk/spinningexperiences/dropspindle/): Beginners Drop Spindle Experience Learn how to spin yarn with a Drop Spindle - have fun learning the mysteries of these deceptively simple fibre tools. Suitable for complete beginners and small groups. 1.5 hours1 person - £552 people - £603 people - £654 people - £70 BOOK NowYour new craft is a click away Learn - [Privacy Policy](https://distaffandloom.co.uk/privacy-policy/): Privacy Policy Who we are Our website address is: http://distaffandloom.co.uk. Distaff and Loom is the business name for Natalie Young. Personal Information We do not collect any personal information about you when you visit our website. If you contact us through the website, we will keep your contact details safe and we do not share - [Holiday Wheel Rental Booking Form](https://distaffandloom.co.uk/bookingformhwr/): Holiday Wheel Rental Booking Form To book Wheel Rental, check the calendar below for availability, then insert your chosen dates and details into the form below. Payment can be made via a digital invoice, or cash/card on the day you receive your wheel. Expect confirmation of your booking via email within 24 hrs. Sugar Calendar - [Booking Form Spinning Wheel](https://distaffandloom.co.uk/bookingformsw/): Beginners Spinning Wheel Experience Booking Form Check availability and chose a date from the calendar, submit the booking form to book. Payment can be made in person on the day (cards accepted), or if you are buying as a gift for someone else a digital invoice can be raised. Expect a response to your booking - [Booking Form Drop Spindle](https://distaffandloom.co.uk/bookingformds/): Booking Form for Drop Spindle Experience Check availability and chose a date from the calendar, submit the booking form to book. Payment can be made in person on the day (cards accepted), or if you are buying as a gift for someone else a digital invoice can be raised. Expect a response to your booking - [Terms and Conditions](https://distaffandloom.co.uk/tandc/): Terms and Conditions Please make sure that you are familiar with Distaff and Loom's Terms and Conditions before booking. Payment Terms Payment can be made on the day (cash or card), or a digital invoice can be raised in advance to be paid by the commencement of services. 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Come back and check soon! ## Categories - [Flax Spinning](https://distaffandloom.co.uk/category/flax-spinning-2/) - [News](https://distaffandloom.co.uk/category/news/) - [Kromski Spinning Wheels](https://distaffandloom.co.uk/category/kromski-spinning-wheels/) - [Projects](https://distaffandloom.co.uk/category/projects/) - [Drop Spindles](https://distaffandloom.co.uk/category/drop-spindles/) ## Calendars - [My Calendar](https://distaffandloom.co.uk/events/calendar/distaff-and-loom-bookings/): The default calendar events will be added to. - [Holiday Wheel Rental](https://distaffandloom.co.uk/events/calendar/holiday-wheel-rental/) - [Spinning Wheel Experience](https://distaffandloom.co.uk/events/calendar/spinning-wheel-experience/) - [Drop Spindle](https://distaffandloom.co.uk/events/calendar/drop-spindle/)