Language
Portuguese, English
Duration
8H30
Difficulty
Beginner
Next Date
19/05/2026

Fleece to yarn workshop in Ourique at Monte São Pedro, a small family-run farm in the peaceful landscapes of Baixo Alentejo, for anyone who wants to learn the full process of wool transformation from raw fleece to spun yarn in a single immersive day. From understanding the different types of wool produced at the farm and evaluating fibre quality through to washing, preparing and spinning your own wool on a spindle and spinning wheel, this is a genuinely complete and hands-on introduction to one of the oldest textile traditions in the world. Lunch and all materials included. Booking required at least six days in advance.

The day moves through the full wool processing sequence in a natural and unhurried way, grounded in the actual agricultural context of Monte São Pedro. If visiting during spring, sheep shearing may also be part of the experience. You learn to separate, select and roll the fleece, wash the wool correctly and prepare it for spinning through teasing, combing and carding before moving to the spindle and spinning wheel to put everything you have learned into practice. The day closes with a visit to the farm to discover the daily routine of this working agricultural property. Children are also catered for with educational and recreational activities related to wool throughout the day. Participants take home the wool they spun.

What you’ll learn

🐑 The different types of wool produced at Monte São Pedro and how to evaluate fibre quality

🐑 Correct wool washing technique for clean and workable fleece

🐑 How to prepare wool for spinning through teasing, combing and carding

🐑 Spinning technique using both a spindle and a spinning wheel

🐑 The full journey from raw agricultural fleece to finished handspun yarn

What’s included

🧶 All materials including carders, combs, spindles and spinning wheels

🧶 Various types of wool from breeds raised at Monte São Pedro

🧶 Lunch during the day

🧶 A farm visit at the end of the day

🧶 The wool you spun to take home

What you leave with

Handspun yarn made from fleece processed entirely by your own hands, a complete understanding of wool from farm to fibre and a day spent at a working Alentejo farm that genuinely slows time down.

We are Monte São Pedro, a small family-run farm in the peaceful landscapes of Baixo Alentejo. At Monte São Pedro time slows down and every visit becomes an opportunity to reconnect with animals, with the land and with the simple beauty of rural Portugal. We created these experiences for families, couples and curious travellers who want something authentic, intimate and genuinely educational, designed to awaken curiosity and celebrate the soul of the Alentejo countryside.

Located in Ourique, Baixo Alentejo. Booking required at least 6 days in advance. Comfortable clothing and footwear recommended. Children welcome with dedicated wool-related activities throughout the day.

Related Tags: Fauna & Flora, Eco-Nature, Ecology

Location

JPWJ+82 Ourique, Portugal

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FAQ

Do I need any previous experience?

No. This workshop is designed for beginners and for anyone interested in learning the full wool process, from raw fleece to spinning yarn.

What is included in the workshop price?

The workshop includes lunch and all materials needed for the activities, including wool, carders, combs, spindles, and spinning wheels.

What should we bring?

Participants should wear comfortable clothing and suitable footwear for spending the day outdoors and visiting the farm.

What will I learn during the workshop?

You will learn about different types of wool, sheep shearing (seasonal), fleece preparation, washing wool, carding, combing, and spinning with a spindle and spinning wheel.

What will I take home after the workshop?

At the end of the day, you will be able to take home the wool yarn you spun yourself during the workshop, along with the knowledge and hands-on experience of traditional wool processing techniques.