In-person course
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Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

Socially distanced weaving

Mums and babes

Scarf

Studio

Meet the alpacas

Beginners completed scarves

The weaving studio

Description

The course takes place on our alpaca farm. The course is suitable for beginners as I will take you through the process. Before the day I will send out designs and colours so I can warp up the looms ready for the day. Please note that at this time I need 72 hours before the course to warp up looms. The morning will be spent weaving, overlooking the alpaca fields. During lunch there will be an opportunity to meet the alpacas, visit the weaving studio and the mini mill to see where we process our alpaca yarn. The afternoon is spent completing the scarf and adding those finishing touches to make it your own. If dates are not suitable please contact us as we are flexible.

What's included in the price?

All materials are included. Tea and coffee throughout the day. A vegetarian lunch.

Duration

1 day

Cancellation policy

Easy - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 2 weeks before the course starts

Maker

Clivewood Alpacas

with Craft Courses since 2017

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Suitable for

Adults
Seniors
Teenagers
Wheelchair users
Suitable for beginners
Parking provided
Stag dos
Corporate days out & team building
Daytime (weekdays)
Weekends
Engagement, birthdays & anniversaries
Hen dos

What does this mean?

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Venue

Clivewood Farm, Wem Road, Clive, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY4 5PR

Reviews

All maker's reviews

6 Apr 24'

Rebecca B reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"A brilliant day! Beautiful setting, organised course, materials with provenance, great company and fabulous end result! Weaving proved to be a very mindful activity and using the wool from alpacas you meet on the farm is very special. A highly recommended day!"

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Rebecca thank you. "

26 Feb 24'

Kay Fellows reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"We totally enjoyed our day with Caroline weaving scarves last week. Meeting the Alpaca's was fab despite the not so good weather. Lunch was great even the Gluten Free choice. Will definitely recommend, thank you again"

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Thank you"

26 Feb 24'

Ann & Gill reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"Fantastic day with excellent tuition from Caroline throughout. My friend and I completed our beautiful scarves with Caroline's guidance and are now proud to wear them. To make a fabulous day more exciting we visited the Alpacas and were told which ones the wool came from that we used. Lunch was delicious. Can't praise this course enough."

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Thank you. "

22 Feb 24'

Sam reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"Excellent course, great fun weaving and meeting the alpacas, well taught and lovely people. Would do again"

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Thank you"

22 Feb 24'

Jackie Hall reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"I had a really lovely day. Caroline was an attentive teacher and host. The farm and facilities are excellent. We even got a tour around the farm and met the alpacas from which the yarn for our scarves came from. I had never weaved before and I came home with a complete scarf made of the softest, natural alpaca yarn. Oh and the lunch was excellent too. I highly recommend this course. "

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Thank you Jackie. "

31 Jan 24'

Jo Murray reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"I attended this course last Saturday with my sister and I loved every minute and despite my sister not being at all craftsy, she did too! We had a warm welcome, in depth and knowledgeable instruction from Caroline and Becky and all the help we needed to create our own woven alpaca scarves. I have not stopped wearing mine since! Lunch was delicious, seeing the alpacas and the mill was also another highlight. Just lovely day all round. Definitely recommend."

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Thank you so much, I’m glad you’re wearing your scarf, it was beautiful. "

17 Dec 23'

Julie and laura reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"Had a brilliant time weaving a scarf. Caroline is a lovely lady. Great day and lovely lunch. Hope to return"

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Thank you. I had a lovely day too and your scarves are beautiful."

29 Nov 23'

Dee reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"A very creative and enjoyable day. Peaceful setting with a patient trainer in Caroline. Resources and instructions were clearly laid out. Help and guidance was always on hand. A full day needed to complete the scarf but additional time was given if needed. Hope to repeat the course in the summer with a friend. Satisfying to come away with a beautiful, unique, hand made scarf. Thank you"

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Dee Thank you. It was a pleasure to teach you. Looking forward to seeing you again. Caroline "

9 Nov 23'

Lesley Sparks reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"Fabulous day. Caroline was a great host. Everything was explained so that we not only left with a completed scarf but with weaving knowledge that may prove essential in the future. Meeting the alpacas in their surroundings and seeing the mill at work was very interesting. All in all a very enjoyable experience "

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Lesley Was lovely to have you here and your scarf was beautiful. Caroline "

20 Apr 23'

Louise Halbert reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"The day exceeded my expectations - great studio, fabulous tutor, and a lovely touch of being able to meet the alpacas who 'donated' their wool for the project. Highly recommended!"

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Thank you, it was a pleasure teaching you. I hope you enjoy continuing to weave. "

25 Mar 23'

Jess and Eve reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"We had an absolutely wonder day at Clivewood Alpacas. The tuition was great & we were amazed to leave with a beautiful scarf at the end of the day! Really nice to be able to go and meet the Alpacas too. And extra thanks to Caroline for being so helpful with allergies when planning lunch/refreshments! "

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Thank you. It was lovely to have you with us. "

25 Mar 23'

Des Parry reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"Course tutor Becky 5 star Course 5 star Food 5 star Location 5 star Alpacas 5star What else can I say! Go there!!"

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Thank you ,It was lovely to have you here"

14 Feb 23'

Ruth Webster reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"I went to Clivewood Alpacas with my 94 year old Mum. We had such a lovely day, Caroline was so kind and patient. We really enjoyed meeting the beautiful Alpacas. It was a wonderful day for me on so many levels, it gave me so much pleasure seeing Mum so happy and engaged, whilst we were both weaving a beautiful scarf in a relaxing and peaceful atmosphere, in the great company of like minded people, with the gorgeous Alpacas looking on. Caroline was so generous with her help and advice - and unbelievably creative- we were both in awe of her! Meeting the Alpacas was a wonderful treat in itself. The lunch was delicious. We had our beautiful hand woven scarves to take home- this course was worth every penny, you definitely won’t be disappointed ☺️"

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Thank you Ruth, it was a pleasure "

14 Nov 22'

Rose Norman reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"My daughter and I had a wonderful day together. Caroline and Becci were the perfect hosts, making it an enjoyable and relaxing experience. We both have a lovely scarf to remind us of the day. Thank you Caroline."

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Thank you, lovely to see you"

12 Nov 22'

Lynne reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"Such a lovely day, yesterday! Caroline [a patient, knowledgeable tutor], Becky [ditto], Ian and the alpacas were very welcoming and friendly [none of them spat!]. Good coffee, biscuits and generous, tasty lunch all enjoyed in a comfortable, light, warm workshop area. I loved meeting all the alpacas and, especially, the 'introduction' to the individual [I found myself saying, 'Thank you'] animals that had provided the wool for each student's scarf. I would love to return for another class; don't need any more scarves but the day was just so great! Thank you all so much."

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Thank you Lynne, you are always welcome "

26 Oct 22'

Mairead (Maggie) Hawker reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

"After a long period of being locked away thanks to Covid this was my first venture out to a class and I couldn’t have chosen a better class! To me it felt less like a class and more like a visit to friends. It was one of the best craft courses I’ve ever been on, and I do courses a lot! The course takes place in a beautiful purpose-built workroom in beautiful Shropshire countryside and is easy to find with Satnave/Waze. Immediately you’re made to feel very much at home by the lovely Caroline and Becci and introduced to your loom and equipment. You’re shown how to wind wool onto your shuttle, use your heddle and everything else that comes with weaving your first piece. Teaching is attentive but not intrusive, and both have the patience of Job when inevitably mistakes are made! I’d tinkered with weaving and have my own loom, but still learned so much that I’ve come away with a new confidence and enthusiasm for weaving. At lunchtime you visit the Mill, where wool is processed, and meet the Alpacas, who are the most gorgeous, happy creatures who are obviously very loved and well looked after. There really isn’t anything to fault with this class and I would heartily recommend to new, curious or even experienced weavers. Thank you Caroline and Becci for making the first steps of my lifelong dream so easy to take! "

Clivewood Alpacas responded:

"Thank you Maggie, it was a pleasure to teach you. Looking forward to seeing your future projects. "

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Reviews

Rebecca B reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

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Kay Fellows reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

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Ann & Gill reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

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Sam reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

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Jackie Hall reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

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Jo Murray reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

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Julie and laura reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

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Dee reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

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Lesley Sparks reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

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Louise Halbert reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

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Jess and Eve reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

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Des Parry reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

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Ruth Webster reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

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Rose Norman reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

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Lynne reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

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Mairead (Maggie) Hawker reviewed: Weave an alpaca scarf in a day

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