Learn the art of tapestry weaving
Upcoming Classes
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Beginners & Improvers Class
SATURDAY 5TH SEPTEMBER
10.00 - 16.00
The perfect day for beginners and improvers.
On a prepared loom, get to grips with fundamental tapestry techniques, changing colours and creating shapes with multiple weft threads. Then explore the wonder of colour blending.
Improvers can take their weaving to the next level, practicing specific techniques or troubleshooting issues.
£95 All materials provided.
At the superb venue of:
NEW BREWERY ARTS, CIRENCESTER GL7 1JH
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Beginners Class
SATURDAY 3RD OCTOBER
10.00 - 13.00
This class is for anyone who would like to pick up a bobbin and try tapestry weaving. It’s the perfect session if you’ve always wanted to have a go.
Learn how to prepare threads, practice plain weave and change colours. Then try your hand at colour blending and a simple shape.
At the unique location of:
BELL HOUSE
London SE21 7BG
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Beginners & Improvers Class
SATURDAY 14TH NOVEMBER
10.00 - 16.00
This class is for beginners, as well as those with some experience who would like to improve their fundamental weaving skills.
Start by setting up a tapestry frame. Get to grips with fundamental tapestry techniques, changing colours, creating shapes an weaving multiple wefts. Then explore the wonder of colour blending.
Improvers can also practice specific techniques or troubleshooting issues.
At the unique location of:
BELL HOUSE
London SE21 7BG
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Would you like a class at your venue?
If you have a group of keen crafters, or people who would like to try tapestry weaving, then do get in touch.
We can have a chat about running a class just for you.
For groups of up to 8 people.
“Thank you so much. I am hooked!’
— Jane“Thoroughly enjoyed the weekend. Lots to go home and try.”
— Sheilagh“Wonderful - I’ve loved it! Thank you.””
— John“I definitely learned more and gained in confidence.”
— Judy“I learned a lot and feel like I have enough to get started.”
— Sarah“Thank you so much - and for your patience!”
— Sue" Bridget is a brilliant tutor and we're just going to keep inviting her back as her style of teaching suits our audience perfectly. She allows people space to make their own discoveries, but is always on hand with technical know-how, a reflection or well timed question.
The pace of the workshop is just right, offering demonstrations when needed to keep pace with the group and suggesting the next technique to keep inspiration flowing. Bridget is always positive and encouraging with learners, inspiring them to keep weaving after the workshop has finished. "
— The Loom ShedA variety of classes are available
Tapestry Taster Class
This class is for anyone who would like to pick up a bobbin and try tapestry weaving. It’s the perfect session if you have always wanted to have a go - no experience necessary.
Learn how to weave, prepare threads, change colours and try a shape. At the end of the class you can take home your own small tapestry!
This will be a small group of adult beginners, which should be lots of fun as we experiment with shapes and techniques.
Beginners & Improvers Class
This class is for complete beginners, those who would like to learn more after a taster class, as well as a refresher for those returning to weaving.
Start by setting up a tapestry frame, get to grips with plain weave, try geometric shapes, practice blending and learn tips and tricks to improve your weaving.
This is usually a small group of adult beginners and improvers.
One to One
Whether you’re a beginner wanting to try something new, or an intermediate weaver looking to improve your technique or solve weaving issues, a ‘one-to-one’ session would be for you. Or ‘one-to-two’ for you and a friend!
These sessions could include setting up a frame, weaving shapes and colour blending to hatching, cartoons, 3D techniques or problem solving, depending on experience.
The content would be tailor-made for you.
Tapestry Improver Sessions (TIS) for Intermediate and Advanced weavers
A comprehensive set of classes, each focusing on a specific stage of the tapestry making process. You’ll come away with a better understanding of how to plan a tapestry, use various techniques, design, weave and complete your own project.
Session 1 - Planning a design, warping up, settings and working with a cartoon
Session 2 - Perfecting shapes and ‘sheds’, inc. geometric and amorphous shapes, dots and circles
Session 3 - Exploring textures and tufting
Session 4 - Finishing your work, incl. blocking, mounting and framing.
These sessions usually run once a year, so get in touch if you’d be interested in joining a future class.
