Introduction to Weaving

As part of Wool Month, explore how fabrics are woven from wool!In this workshop youll learn the foundations of how woven fabrics are constructed. Well learn 3 of the main woven constructions and use these to create an off-loom woven artwork for you to take home.
Youll have the opportunity to play with different colours and yarn types and well discuss how the combinations of colours, textures and patterns will affect your weaving.All materials are included in the workshop and each attendee will receive a guide on how to continue to their weaving at home.About the artist:
Katie is a Derbyshire based Textile Designer & Maker who develops contemporary woven textiles from her home studio. With almost 4 years working in British furniture manufacturing, Katie firmly believes in the importance of protecting and developing craft skills. Through considered and sustainable making, we can all develop closer relationships to the world around us, to the way our clothes and environments are crafted and to our communities. Katie shares her textile skills and ethos through a variety of different workshops.Booking essential, suitable for adults.