Introduction to Weaving: Private Workshop
Skill Level: Beginners - Intermediate
Learn to weave using your preferred choice of loom, tools and materials to create handwoven textiles in our one-to-one (or small group), Private Introduction to Weaving workshop! These workshops offer students a rare opportunity to learn how to weave with an experienced weaver, Cassandra Sabo, who works in the field of contemporary weaving.
What can you learn?
Working with the individual's previous knowledge of weaving we will develop a session that is unique to the individual. Whether this is working with the student's own loom (transportation permitting), or on one of our frame or table looms in the studio, together we will determine which skills need improving or developing.
For complete beginners, we offer our Intro to Frame Loom Weaving or Intro to Table Loom Weaving options. Each of these workshops are based on our group workshops, but we are able to go into more depth in a private workshop as we are working one-to-one or in a small group.
How much time do I need to learn to weave?
Learning to weave is a journey but having taught dozens of students over the last few years, we know that setting up a loom and learning to weave can be an intense experience. But we do recommend that students pace themselves, so with that in mind we suggest students weaving on a Frame Loom will need approximately 4 hours to learn to weave and Table Loom students will benefit from having a 6-hour session.
*4 Hours for weaving on a Frame Loom and 6 hours for weaving on a Table Loom*
*If you aren't sure what the difference is between the two types of looms and the way you weave, please read our blog posts What is Tapestry Weaving? and What is Hand-weaving? These posts should help to give you context for what is possible and help you decide on what type of loom you would like learn.*
What’s included - FRAME LOOM Workshop:
- 4 hours of tuition
- Rainbow Frame Loom & Tool Set (value £24.95)
- Small Yarn Starter Pack (value £15.95)
- Weaving notes as per the session
What is not included:
- The Oxford Frame Loom (upgrade discount of up to £150 available on the day)
- Lunch (you are free to bring your own or purchase something from the Hayfield Deli across from the studio)
What’s included - TABLE LOOM Workshop:
- 6 hours of tuition
- Access to a dedicated a Table Loom and all weaving equipment for the duration of the session (or bring your own)
- Weaving notes as per the session
What is not included:
- Yarns & fibres for your project (we will guide you based on what you wish to learn)
- Lunch (you are free to bring your own or purchase something from the Hayfield Deli across from the studio)
Date/ Time: Please visit our new Booking Calendar to see our availability
Class Size: One-to-one or small groups of up to 6. Discounts available when booking for 2+ members of your party. Please contact us for more details.
Have more questions?
We have created a dedicated Q & A page to answer all your questions, including: What type of loom should I Iearn on? How many people can you teach? Can I give this workshop as a gift?