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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Tartan Weaving

Sat 31st August 2024

"Tartan Weaving"

Rheged

Redhills, Penrith CA11 0DQ

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

Cost £70 inc all materials

Tel: 01768 868000

www.rheged.com

Become a Weaver

 Thursday/Fri 26th/27th September  2024

"Become a Weaver"

Farfield Mill

Sedbergh

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.

To Book

Cost £140 plus £5 on the day for materials 

Tel: 015396 21958

www.farfieldmill.org

Get Weaving

Tues-Fri 1st -4th October 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.

Beginners start your weaving journey and experienced weavers can develop their skills further

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 19th/20th October  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 - booking not yet open

Cost £140 inc all materials

Tel: 01768 868000

www.rheged.com

Colour, Texture and Pattern Weaving

Saturday 26th October 2024
"
Colour, Texture and Pattern Weaving"

The Eden Workshop at the Appleby Hub

Appleby

Jan will have her Ashford tabletop four shaft looms all warped up ready for you to weave a scarf width & length. She 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 inc all materials, refreshments and lunch.

Contact Jane 07683 51640

www.theedenworkshop.co.uk

Weaving Inspired by Landscape

Sunday 27th October 2024

"Weave Inspired by Landscape"

Rheged Redhills

Penrith CA11 0DQ

Jan will have her 4 shaft table looms all warped ready to weave a landscape inspired scarf. You will have the opportunity to learn and experiment with twill patterns. There will be a good selection of yarns for inspiration, all included in the price of the workshop. The perfect class for beginners and weavers wanting to develop further.

To book, cost £70 including  materials.

Contact- 01768 868000

www.rheged.com

Colour, Texture and Pattern Weaving


Sat
9th November 2024

"Colour, Texture and Pattern 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. She 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 £80 including refreshments and lunch. Plus £5 for materials pay on the day.

Contact- 01387 4400821

Shambellie House, New Abbey, Dumfries, DG2 8HQ

www.shambelliehouse.org

Colour, Texture and Pattern Weaving


Sat 16th November 2024

"Colour Texture and Pattern 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. She 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 £70 inc all materials.

Tel: 01768 868000

www.rheged.com