Beginners Weaving

Have you ever wanted to have a go at loom weaving? Or maybe you’ve tried frame or tapestry weaving and would like to progress your skills in a fun and collaborative setting?

In this workshop you’ll learn how woven fabrics are constructed. We’ll work through different creative activities to understand a range of different patterns before jumping on the table loom to weave your own fabric sample.

You’ll have the opportunity to play with different colours and yarn types and we’ll discuss how the combinations of colours, textures and patterns will affect your weaving.

All materials are included in the workshop. You’ll leave with an ‘off-loom’ woven artwork as well as a sample of fabric woven on the table loom. This sample could be framed, used as part of a sewing project, or used however you like!

The table loom will be shared between the participants and set up in advance so that you can focus on the fun of weaving throughout the day.

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.

Who is this course for?

This course is suitable for complete beginners, as well as those with some weaving experience, those who want to refresh their knowledge or enjoy weaving activities in a social setting. All levels of experience are welcome!

Participants must be aged 18 years and over.

Do I need to bring anything?

All materials, tools, equipment will be provided.

Lunch is available to purchase from the River Kitchen at the Museum of Making or various eateries and shops in the city centre.

Working safely?

If you have any concerns or specific requirements regarding attending this course please feel free to get in touch with us by contacting us at: info@derbymuseums.org.

Course Booking Terms and Conditions

Please note that if you choose to cancel your place your ticket price will be refunded minus the Ticketsource service fee. Your total refund is dependent on the number of days notice given:
– A minimum of 7 days before the event – full refund – minus TicketSource fee
– 6 – 3 days before event – 50% refund minus TicketSource fee
– 2 days before event – no refund
In the event that Derby Museums needs to cancel a workshop, your ticket will be refunded in full.

This event is part of the Field to Fashion project funded by ArtFund.