Introduction to Frame Loom Weaving Workshop, Fisherton Mill, Salisbury
Description
Enjoy a creative day at Fisherton Mill in Salisbury learning the calming art of frame loom weaving — a simple and meditative way to explore colour, texture and pattern by hand. You’ll create your own small woven piece using natural fibres and discover how accessible and rewarding hand weaving can be. With step-by-step guidance from Ellie Fisher of Elka Textiles, a professional weaver with over 20 years’ experience, you’ll learn the essentials of setting up a loom, weaving techniques and finishing your piece. This relaxed workshop is perfect for complete beginners as well as anyone wanting to refresh their skills in an inspiring environment. The small group size means you’ll have plenty of individual support throughout the day. All materials and equipment are provided, including organic cotton, bamboo, flax and hemp fibres, along with clear printed handouts to take home. You’ll also receive a 20% discount on lunch in the award-winning Fisherton Mill Gallery Café — the perfect place to pause and refuel mid-weave. By the end of the day, you’ll take home your finished woven piece and the confidence to keep creating.
What's included in the price?
Six hours of guided tuition with experienced weaver Ellie Fisher. Use of looms, tools and all materials. A range of natural fibres: organic cotton, bamboo, flax and hemp. Printed handouts to take home. 20% discount on lunch at the Fisherton Mill Gallery Café. Small, friendly group to ensure plenty of individual support.
Duration
6 hours
Cancellation policy
Non-refundable - Refunds are not available
Maker
ELKA is a weaving and natural dye studio based in Hampshire. Ellie spent a large part of her childhood living abroad and travelling. The vibrant markets of the Middle and Far East triggered her passion for colour, texture and pattern and this influence is expressed through her textiles. She completed both her BA in Textile Design, specialising in woven textiles, and MA in Design for Textile Futures at Central St Martins College of Art and Design, graduating in 2006. After graduating, she moved back to Winchester to set up her weaving business which she has been running full time since 2015. In 2018 Claudia (Ellie's mum) started working with the business to produce naturally dyed yarns for Ellie to weave with, and to sell on our website. If you are too far afield to join us on an in-person workshop, we have a growing range of online self-paced courses which have been designed to get you confidently weaving and natural dyeing from you home.
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Teenagers
- Christmas
- Suitable for beginners
- Easter
- Corporate days out & team building
- Father's Day
- Stag dos
- Spooky
- Mother's Day
- UK Holiday
- Suitable for all abilities
- Public transport
- Weekends
- Engagement, birthdays & anniversaries
- Romantic
- Hen dos
FAQs
None at all! This course is suitable for complete beginners, and those with little experience who are looking for a refresher.
There is no parking for Fisherton Mill but you can find full details on where to park and how to get there on the Fisherton Mill website, link below (you may need to copy and paste into your browser):
https://fishertonmill.co.uk/find-us-in-salisbury/