Jan has over 30 years experience in the textile field working in Higher Education running a Constructed Textile Resource at University of Cumbria, formally Cumbria Institute of the Arts. She is well accustomed to getting the very best out of students having worked with BA and MA students studying Contemporary Applied Arts, so is now able to...

Jan has over 30 years experience in the textile field working in Higher Education running a Constructed Textile Resource at University of Cumbria, formally Cumbria Institute of the Arts. She is well accustomed to getting the very best out of students having worked with BA and MA students studying Contemporary Applied Arts, so is now able to offer specialised weave courses for a wide range of abilities.

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Colour Texture and Pattern

 Saturday  11th November 2023

"Colour, Texture and Pattern Weaving"

The Eden Workshop at the Appleby Hub

Appleby

Jan will provide patterns, lots of coloured yarn to enjoy a day weaving. This one is both highly addictive and therapeutic with the repetitive action of firing the shuttle back & forth. It's suitable for those totally new to weaving as well as those wishing to hone their skills on pattern reading.

To book, cost £79 incl all materials, refreshments & lunch.

Contact- Jane 07890 017715 or

Sarah, Appleby Hub Manager 017683 51640

http://www.theedenworkshop.co.uk/workshops/

Table Loom Weaving

 Tues 14th November 2023

"Table Loom Weaving"

Shambellie House,

Dumfries

Jan will have her Ashford tabletop four shaft looms all warped up ready for you to weave a scarf width & length.

You will learn to read pattens and how to weave the finger manipulated leno technique which creates a lovely lace like structure in. This is perfect for beginners but also weavers wanting to develop their skills further.

To book

Cost £80 including refreshments and lunch

£5 on the day for materials

Contact- 01387 4400821

Shambellie House, New Abbey, Dumfries, DG2 8HQ

www.shambellie house.org

Leno Weaving

 Saturday 18th November 2023

"Leno Weaving"

Rheged

Redhills, Penrith CA11 0DQ

Jan will have her Ashford tabletop four shaft looms all warped up ready for you to weave a scarf width & length.

You will learn how to weave the finger manipulated leno technique, along with some basic 4 shaft patterns. Leno creates a lovely lace like structure in. This is perfect for beginners but also weavers wanting to develop their skills further.

To Book

Cost £70 inc all materials.

Tel: 01768 868000

www.rheged.com

4 Shaft Pinwheel and Dogtooth Weaving

Sat 13th January 2024

“4 Shaft Pinwheel and Dogtooth Weaving”

The Eden Workshop at the Appleby Hub

Appleby

Tow classic patterns in one

The dogtooth is a traditional tweed pattern we’re all familiar with and a miniature pinwheel design will be explored in this workshop 

Jan will provide all the technical support and a huge range of colours to experiment with on the day 

Looms will be set up ready for you to create your own unique scarf length 

All materials included

To book - booking not open yet 

Cost £79 inc all materials, refreshments  and lunch

Contact Jane 07683 51640

www.theedenworkshop.co.uk

Get Weaving

 Thursday/Sun 18th/21st January 2024

"Get Weaving"

Higham Hall

Bassenthwaite Lake

Cockermouth

Higham Hall is a beautiful residential independent college. They pride themselves on creating a relaxed environment for learning. Charming surrounds and outstanding food.

Introduction to weaving, exploring the use of colour and texture. On the is course you'll learn to set up a 4 shaft table loom and be able to follow weaving patterns

A 4 Shaft Ashford table loom will be provided and a small charge will be made for materials

To book, cost £365residential/£255 non-residential

Contact- 01768 776276

www.highamhall.com

Get Weaving

 Sun/Wed 4th/7th February 2024

"Get Weaving"

Higham Hall

Bassenthwaite Lake

Cockermouth

Higham Hall is a beautiful residential independent college. They pride themselves on creating a relaxed environment for learning. Charming surrounds and outstanding food.

Introduction to weaving, exploring the use of colour and texture. On the is course you'll learn to set up a 4 shaft table loom and be able to follow weaving patterns

A 4 Shaft Ashford table loom will be provided and a small charge will be made for materials

To book, cost £365residential/£255 non-residential

Contact- 01768 776276

www.highamhall.com

Become a Weaver

 Sat/Sun 10th/11th February 2024

"Become a Weaver"

Rheged

Redhills, Penrith CA11 0DQ

You may know the basics, maybe set up your own loom and woven some patterns and need a refresher or have never woven before and would love to have a go.

This two day course will take you through the whole process of winding a warp and dressing a loom to weaving cloth. Jan will provide you with all the tips, tricks and techniques to ease your journey into weaving.

All materials provided.

To Book

Cost £140 inc all materials

Tel: 01768 868000

www.rheged.com

Tartan Weaving

 Sat 17th February 2024

"Tartan Weaving"

Creation Mill CIC

Langholm

This class is perfect for beginners but weavers with alittle more experience will also enjoy this course

Come and enjoy a day weaving a Tartan scarf using a 4 shaft table loom. Explore classic Tartan weaving patterns and go home with a lovely scarf

Jan will have the looms set up and ready to go on the day

To book - booking not open yet 

cost £75 incl all materials, refreshments & lunch

www.creationmill.org