Textile

Felted Spring Flowers workshop with Jo Hunter Join textile artist Jo Hunter and learn how to create beautiful felted flowers using soft merino wool, silk and bamboo.  Jo will guide you, step by step through the process and show you the secret of how to create a flower using only wool, soap and water.  They can then be made into a brooch or Jo can show you how to add a stem and leaves to make a 3d…

Needlefelting Animal Workshop This is a fantastic chance to learn from one of our most popular felt artists, Pam Chilton who is a very friendly, approachable and warm teacher. Enjoy a fun, relaxed and informative day whilst you create gorgeous 3D felt animals. No experience necessary. 10.30 - 16.00 Location: Just Makers, Ripley Castle Courtyard There will be a lunch break, so please bring a packed…

Colour Brioche Knitting Workshop Brioche knitting in 2 colours creates an amazing, reversible fabric which is ideal for scarves, cowls shawls etc...  By creating movement in the lines of the brioche rib you will reveal fascinating patterns and designs. You will need to be an adventurous or confident and experienced knitter to tackle this technique, but it is well worth the effort when you see the…

Felted Spring Flowers workshop with Jo Hunter Join textile artist Jo Hunter and learn how to create beautiful felted flowers using soft merino wool, silk and bamboo.  Jo will guide you, step by step through the process and show you the secret of how to create a flower using only wool, soap and water.  They can then be made into a brooch or Jo can show you how to add a stem and leaves to make a 3d…

Create an original hand woven scarf in a day at this beginners weaving workshop. A perfect opportunity to design and make a totally unique gift or a fabulous treat for yourself! You could weave with a snugly, soft, shade dyed yarn, or go wild and create a crazy colourful scarf, the choice is yours! In this beginners workshop you will be weaving on Ashford looms which are suitable for those new to…

Introduction to Shibori Resist and Natural Dyeing techniques with Jane Hare Join textile artist Jane Hare of Pippin Textiles, for an introcustion to using natural dyes and Shibori- the Japanese technique of resist dyeing.  In this workshop you will learn how to dye in a variety of ways using natural kitchen, garden or dye extracts.  You will also practice traditional methods of Shibori resist dyei…

Needle felt an animal picture workshop Learn the skills of needlefelting with expert needlefelting artist, Pam Chilton. On this course you will make a needlefelt picture and all materials will be provided. Previous feedback from Pam's workshops: "A great day, good value for money and would definitely recommend" "I had a fantastic day.  Pam is great and the atmosphere was lovely" "Brilliant day and…

Beginners Sock Knitting with Judith Schur Sock Knitting is so popular, people love the fact that they make such a portable project.  There are many loevly yarns available and endless patterns to try so you will never run out of new projects to get excited about! In this beginners sock knitting workshop, you will learn to knit in the round using double pointed needles.  You will make a mini sock du…

Learn the skills of needlefelting with expert needlefelting artist, Pam Chilton. On this course there is a Christmas theme so you could make your very own polar bear, penguin or robin to take home with you and delight your friends. All materials will be provided. Previous feedback from Pam's bird workshops: "A great day, good value for money and would definitely recommend" "I had a fantastic day.…

Create an original hand woven scarf in a day at this beginners weaving workshop. A perfect opportunity to design and make a totally unique gift or a fabulous treat for yourself! You could weave with a snugly, soft, shade dyed yarn, or go wild and create a crazy colourful scarf, the choice is yours! In this beginners workshop you will be weaving on Ashford looms which are suitable for those new to…

"Felted Christmas Gifts" with Jo Hunter Join Jo Hunter and learn the secrets of making beautiful felted gifts, including baubles and soaps by combining needle and wet felting. Please bring an old towel and an apron. Previous feedback from last year's Christmas Gifts course with Jo: "Amazing! Absolutely LOVED the course.  Highly recommend abd I can't believe what I managed to create!  Lovely venue.…

Drop Spindle Spinning Workshop with Agnis Smallwood Learn to spin on a drop spindle.  Throughout this day you will use natural fibres in a range of colours allowing you to design and create your own hand spun yarn.  You will have the opportunity to create your own unique colour palette, allowing you to explore colour and understand how different colours work together when com,bined.  This workshop…