This is a follow-on course from the beginners workshop or for those who have a basic knowledge of tapestry weaving. The clear structure of the course will enable you to gain confidence with the medium.
The course will start with a demonstration of the warping-up process, and you will be able to explore different warp types and settings. You will learn and develop some existing and new techniques, taking your knowledge of tapestry to a new level. Working from a design and a cartoon provided by the tutor, or a design developed by you in the class, you will interpret this image in your individual way with help and assistance from the tutor. Some of the techniques to be covered are making shapes, blending and hatching as one technique, dovetailing an edge, creating lines, cartoon-making and interpretation.
You should expect to complete a sample by the end of this three-day workshop. The objective is to create a platform for you to move confidently into designing and making your own tapestries. Additional discussions regarding weft structure, yarn types and finishing processes will be explored. Throughout the workshop, reference materials will be available, furthering your understanding of the medium and increasing the depth of your knowledge.
Included
A selection of warp and weft yarns provided by the tutor to supplement your own yarns during the course.
What students need to bring
- None essential, however if you would like to develop a design of your own during the course, this should be no larger than 14cm x 14cm.
- Measuring tape
- Pen/document folder for hand-outs
- Kitchen fork for weaving
Available to buy
Available from shop:
- Wooden tapestry frame (these can be borrowed during the course. If you wish to take the frame home at the end of the course they cost around £15)
- One or two bobbins
- Scissors
- You can also purchase additional warp and weft yarn from Weaversbazaar who visit with their pop-up shop, usually on the first morning of the workshop.
Additional information
Please wear appropriate clothing/aprons for the workshop or studio, this includes stout covered footwear (no sandals or open toes).
Arrival day
Residential students can arrive from 4pm, non-residential students to arrive by 6.45pm for registration
6.45pm: Welcome, followed by dinner (included)
8 - 9pm: First teaching session, attendance is essential
Daily timetable
Course teaching 9.15am - 5pm (lunch included)
Dinner: from 6.30pm (included for residential students)
Evening working: students may have access to workshops until 9pm, but only with permission from the tutor and provided any health and safety guidelines are observed
Departure day
Course teaching: 9.15am - 3pm (lunch included)
Residential students will need to check out of rooms by 10am
Please note, the tutor may make slight variations to the daily timetable as required
