Description
Learn to set up and weave on a rigid heddle loom on this one day beginner weaving workshop. Rigid heddle looms are affordable, great fun and relatively fast to master, and offer a huge range of possibilities once you understand the basics. I will provide a range of yarns and you can also bring your own, or upgrade to my high welfare yarns from the HoneyWoods Flock for an additional cost. We will talk about: - How to choose the right yarns for your project. - How to warp up the loom. - How to weave using different kinds of yarn for different effects. - Ways to create texture and design. - Options for finishing your cloth, including tassels. - Opportunity to visit the HoneyWoods Flock and learn about their care. - Workshops are 10am to 4pm with a break for lunch. One on one tuition or private workshops of up to four people are also available.
What's included in the price?
All tools and equipment, yarns, and tea/coffee are included.
Duration
6 hours
Cancellation policy
Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts
Maker
The Woven Briar is my weaving workshop based in the rolling hills on the edge of Exmoor. Using blade shorn fleeces from my flock and harvested or foraged plant materials, I create textiles and craft materials that are fully traceable and sustainable. I offer tuition in my workshop in Ford as well as a social spinning group in Wiveliscombe. I have a flock of rare breed sheep which I keep for their beautiful and versatile fleeces, blade shorn to improve the length of fibre and the welfare of the animal. I wash, spin and weave the wool into beautiful one of a kind pieces right here on the farm, creating 100% natural, biodegradable, sustainable pieces in tune with the seasons. I also send fleeces to a fibre mill just an hour from our fields, to be made in to sliver and yarn, suitable for felting and spinning. All of our animals are grass-fed, well cared for with the highest regard for their welfare and health.
Suitable for
- Adults
- Teenagers
- Children
- Parking provided
- Mother's Day
- Suitable for beginners
