Our first online talk of the academic year will be from Ria Burns. Bristol based knitwear designer, natural dyer and author will be joining us to talk about her work, her book ‘Dyeing Yarn Naturally’ and her passion for making garments that are sourced as locally as possible. ‘Dyeing Yarn Naturally’ is the debut book […]
20th September, 24th January, 24th April and 17th July. Wednesday evenings 7.30pm – 9pm This year we are starting a new online study group for those interested in getting to grips with natural dyes. Perhaps you’ve tried a few different plants, but want to know why you get a certain colour. Or you’ve enjoyed a […]
The Loom Shed x Emma Vining: Behind The Pattern Workshops and KAL 2024 Join us to knit designer Emma Vining’s Ridge and Furrow Shawl and discover the design processes behind the pattern. The Ridge and Furrow pattern will initially be available exclusively to participants of The Loom Shed KAL. After the final session, the pattern […]
This event has become one of the highlights of the year at The Loom Shed. We have been blessed with such inspirational speakers that we usually head straight for the dye pot the day after the talks. This year is no exception. During the day, we have four speakers talking about their work with natural […]