We are really delighted that Debbie Bamford will be joining us to talk to us about her life in textiles. 'Although my mother was very handy with a sewing needle, tatting shuttle and never sat down in a chair to watch television without picking up her knitting I spent all my childhood being threatened with […]
We are delighted that Sharon Kearley will be joining us to help take our design skills to the next level. The course is designed for those with basic weave, knit and crochet knowledge, the aim is to develop existing knowledge and confidence. For those that are more established in their craft will continue to push […]
An Introduction to Jamdani Weaving This course is a one day introduction to the UNESCO World Heritage technique of Jamdani weaving – a form of supplementary weft or tapestry weaving on a plain weave structure that has been woven for centuries in Dhaka. The original technique was woven on a sheer muslin known to be […]
On this online back-strap weaving course you will learn how to set up a simple back-strap loom, and explore the potential of weaving with texture and colour under the expert guidance of rug weaver, Angie Parker. Back strap weaving is an ideal introduction to weaving, and because the looms are easy to set up and […]
We are thrilled and honoured to be hosting weaver, tutor and author Ann Richards to talk about her new book Weaving Structure and Substance which was published in the UK on 27th September 2021. Ann Richards trained and worked as a biologist, before going on to study woven textiles at West Surrey College of Art […]
Felt Christmas Tree Workshop with Geraldine FieldMake it a creative Christmas this year with Geraldine Field at The Loom Shed. Using the provided template, learn how to make a felted Christmas. Make it simple and elegant or over the top and festive! However you like your house to be at the time of year! Use […]