This is a fun activity in Wapping, London
In this engaging experimental tapestry weaving class in London, you’ll explore the ancient art of weaving through a contemporary lens, creating your own unique textile from scratch. Working on a simple frame loom, you’ll experiment with materials, texture, and pattern to produce a beautiful woven piece to take home and proudly display.
If you’re new to weaving, you’re very welcome here! This class is fully guided, relaxed, and designed to help you feel comfortable from the very start. Everything is explained step by step, with plenty of encouragement and space to experiment. If you have a bit of knowledge, you'll benefit from more tips, tricks and stitches to keep you inspired in this meditative craft.
**What to expect:**
- Learn the basics stitches of frame loom weaving (plain weave, soumak, random weaving)
- How to warp your loom and how to finish your piece off.
- Experiment with a variety of materials and textures.
- Explore decorative stitches and introductory tapestry techniques.
- Take a playful, experimental approach rather than strict traditional rules.
- Work in a calm, supportive, and creative environment.
- Create a finished woven piece to take home!
- Work with a variety of fibres and materials, some of them hand dyed with natural dyes by me.
The class lasts 4hs in total including 30mins lunch break. You could take an additional brake if needed.
By the end of the class, you’ll leave with a handmade woven artwork, a sense of calm from the meditative rhythm of weaving, and the confidence to continue exploring this versatile craft in your own time. It’s a soothing, creative experience that’s as much about the process as the finished piece.
Dates
I am flexible with timings. If the listed slots don’t quite work for you, please don’t be shy about asking for another date or time. Just let me know whether you’d like a private booking, or if you’d prefer me to open up a new time slot for others to join too.
Accessibility
Unfortunately, the building has some steps and at the moment there are no ramps available.
Photography
This workshop might be photographed, please contact me if you do not wish to appear on a photo. Thank you!
