Beginners Weaving Workshop

The full process of setting up a rigid heddle loom and weaving your own wall hanging Designing your own weaving warp. Learning how to get the loom ready for weaving. You will be able to choose from an array of different yarns and vintage fabric to weave with. Feel free to bring some material of your own to upcycle. One to one tuition and expert weaving tips "-" At the end of the day, your woven piece will be stitched along the top, ready to be a wall-hanging. A wooden rod is provided for hanging the piece. Depending on how we are doing for time, you'll be able to take the piece home at the end of the day or I will post it to you the next day. The finished size of the wall hanging is variable dependent on the thickness of the yarns you have decided to use. It will most likely be approximately 30cm across and 40cm in height.

Yes, this is the perfect experience for a beginner who wants to try something new! the maximum class capacity of this workshop is 4 people, you can have as much help and weaving advice as you need.

This workshop will take part in my studio space at Cockpit Studios Bloomsbury in central London. The nearest underground stations are Holborn and Russell Square. Exact address and directions will be sent to you after booking.

The workshop runs from 10.30am -4.30pm with a short break for lunch. Tea, coffee and snacks will be provided but please bring along a packed lunch. There are also quite a few nice cafes nearby if you would prefer to pop out and get something to eat. I can give recommendations!

If you cannot attend the workshop please contact me as soon as possible via email or phone. As a small business I cannot refund cancellations, but I am willing to rearrange for you to do the workshop on an alternative date.