Events
Saturday 5 to Sunday 6 October 2024
The first day focuses the preparation of wool and using a drop spindle. The second day is an introduction to the wheel, looking at how to control yarn thickness, spinning single yarn and plying. There will also be a chance to discuss colour and dyeing.
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Sunday 26 May 2024
We will be exploring both traditional and 3D techniques using a simple frame and a selection of colourful yarns and after this workshop, participants will be able to work on their own designs using the techniques learnt.
Book nowSaturday 21 September 2024
An opportunity to try out Victorian Crazy Patchwork. This patchwork technique was a favourite of the Victorians. A showcase for carefully hoarded scraps of choice fabrics, this is a chance to let your imagination run riot with embroidered decoration and beads. We will make traditional pincushions or needle-keeps, or you can just start a piece that can keep on growing to become anything you can imagine!
This course is suitable for beginners, and teaches both patchwork and embroidery.
Book nowSaturday 20 July 2024
Have fun creating beautiful jewel-like insects, decorated with metallic threads and beads. Learn to combine traditional stumpwork techniques, such as padding and wire-work, together with modern materials and methods. The course will provide all the required materials plus a choice of threads and beads.
Book nowSaturday 08 June 2024
Make a stunning three-dimensional butterfly, using wire-work techniques together with organza fabrics and metallic threads to create delicately patterned wings. Learn to combine traditional stumpwork techniques with modern use of materials and methods.
Book nowMonday 14 October 2024
A hands-on day using wooden blocks and learning a method that is different to printing on paper. Ink pads, dabbers or brushes are used to apply inks, the wood blocks are positioned on the fabric and pressure is applied by hand or by striking with a wooden mallet to print repeat designs onto linen, calico or cotton. Learn also about the development of textile printing up to Victorian times and William Morris.
Book nowSunday 21 July 2024
On this one day course, we will make colourful flat felt and a seamless felt purse using wet felting techniques (using water and soap).
Book nowSunday 03 November 2024
Spend a day with our expert tutor learning how to make needle-felted Teddy Bears to give as a present - or keep for yourself!
Book nowSaturday 15 June – Sunday 16 June 2024
Two days tapestry weaving on a simple frame (which is then yours to take home). During the course you will create a ‘woven notebook’ of traditional and 3D weaves using colourful yarns. By the end of the weekend, you’ll have the skills needed to produce your own wall hangings at home.
Book nowSunday 29 September 2024
Quilting has been used for thousands of years to add extra warmth, protection and decoration to clothing and household items. Simple in concept, yet amazingly versatile, spend the day exploring simple techniques including shadow, corded and stuffed quilting (also known as boutis or Marseille and trapunto), in this relaxed and informal setting, gaining an appreciation of the versatility of the craft. Quilting lends itself to everything from clothing to Christmas tree decorations.
Book nowSunday 12 May 2024
Design and make your own Dorset button brooch, inspired by foxes. Perfect for beginner button makers, or those wishing to take their skills further. We'll cover basic button making and stitching techniques, choosing materials, designing your piece, and finally put it all together into a beautiful Dorset brooch. All materials and worksheets included.
Book nowSaunday 09 November 2024
Design and make your own Dorset button, inspired by autumnal mushrooms. Perfect for beginner button makers, or those wishing to take their skills further. We'll cover basic button making and stitching techniques, choosing materials, designing your piece, and finally put it all together into a beautiful mushroom-themed Dorset button. All materials and worksheets included.
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