WEAVING ON A FRAME LOOM - A WALL HANGING (ALL DAY)

Have you ever wanted to learn how to weave? Well this workshop will teach you foundational weaving skills on a simple frame loom with the aim of creating a wall hanging. At the end of the workshop you will be able to take home the piece you have made during the class. You will also take home the knowledge to continue your interest in weaving in your own time.  

Where: Arran Street East, Main Street, Schull, West Cork

Time: 10am - 4pm (with one hour lunch break, lunch is not provided)

The class will cover:

Design development - deciding what to make, choosing a colour scheme and selecting appropriate yarns

Loom set-up - knotting and warping your wool on which to create your weave structures on a warping area of 

L39cm x W27 cm. 

Creating your weaving using a variety of sustainably sourced yarns in an assortment of textures. You will create a wall hanging of a maximum dimensions 

L39cm x W27 cm.

Taking the weaving off the loom and finishing it so that your piece is ready to take home with you

All yarns and equipment are provided and are sustainably sourced. 

FAQs

Who is this course for? This workshop will suit beginners looking for an introduction to working on a frame loom, or those who have worked with frame looms before and would like a simple refresher or time to make some new pieces.

Is there an age limit for the Workshop? This course is generally for people aged 18 and above. A teenager may attend if they are accompanied by an adult. Please let us know in advance. 

Accommodation: If you are visiting Schull and looking for accommodation, Schull Harbour Hotel offer 10% off their quoted price to anyone doing an Arran Street East course in Schull. Please mention this to the staff at the hotel at the time of booking! www.schullharbourhotel.ie

Is my booking transferrable and what is the cancellation policy? You may transfer your booking into someone else's name - please just let us know before they attend.

Where can I contact you with any questions? You can email us at hello@arranstreeteast.ie.