Textile

Join knitting expert Judith Schur and learn the technique of cable knitting.   Cable knitting gives your work a really cozy feel. Cable knit items are always on trend and it is a fascinating form of knitting, even a simple cable stitch, can turn a basic project into something special. In this workshop, you will discover how satisfying it is to create intricate-looking textures of winding and cross…

Wet Felting Bag Workshop Learn the ancient craft of wet felting with experienced textile artist and teacher Katy Small of Felted Yarns. Katy will teach you the techniques needed to create your own felted handbag. We will blend Merino wool fibres like you might blend paints or pastels. By the end of the day, you will be able to take home a finished bag. No previous experience is needed and referenc…

Needle felting workshop Enjoy a fun, relaxed and informative day learning the art of needle felting with expert needle felt artist, Pam Chilton. On this workshop you will make your own 3D needle felted animal. All materials will be provided, there will be lots of coloured wools to choose from and you will see examples of needle felted animal sculptures to give you lots of inspiration. Time: 10.30-…

Silk painted flower blossom lights. Make a gorgeous set of LED flower blossom lights at this introductory silk painting workshop. Create decorative flower shapes on sumptuous silk fabric using silk outliners. (A range of templates will be provided for you to use as a guide) Then, transform your flowers, hand painting each design with vibrant silk paints in a palette of spring / summertime shades.…

Become an alchemist for a day in the beautiful surroundings of Ripley Castle, North Yorkshire. Using just fresh leaves you will create a unique eco printed silk scarf and a selection of paper prints to take home with you. Join Gillie and learn how to use the eco print technique to transform second hand clothing from unloved to one off pieces of wearable art. During this workshop she will take you…

MONOGRAMMED LEATHER CASE/PURSE WITH KATIE ROE Join Katie Roe in a workshop introducing hand leatherwork. In a relaxed environment, Katie will guide you through the making process to help you create a personalised case that makes the perfect travel wallet or purse. A former fashion designer and current lecturer in fashion Katie will share her passion & experience of design & leather craft. You will…

Local artist & designer, Wendy from Wiggy Illustration & Design invites you to come along to her woven vessel workshop and enjoy a fun and relaxing few hours learning how to construct a strong, colourful and memory provoking vessels. Wendy developed her fabric pots from her love of travel, exploring various cultures, their colours and textiles. Having lived overseas for 6 years she had gathered a…

Join artist Jo Hunter to create your very own wet felt flower picture. Time: 10.30 - 4.30 Location: Just Makers Ripley Refreshments will be provided on arrival. There will be a lunch break and a chance to browse our lovely shop.  Please feel free to bring a packed lunch or you may prefer to buy lunch from the cafe opposite or the village shop. *CANCELLATION POLICY* Please note that there is strict…

Landscape Wet Felting Workshop Learn the ancient craft of wet felting with experienced textile artist and teacher Katy Small of Felted Yarns. Katy will teach you the techniques needed to create your own Landscape picture. We will blend Merino wool fibres like you might blend paints or pastels. By the end of the day, you will be able to take home a finished wet felted picture. No previous experienc…

Come and join local artist, Wendy for the day and learn how to design and create your own Appliqué Apron with unique feature pocket. You can choose a character, decorative pattern or a more pictorial design to decorate your apron. The main feature of your design will form your apron pocket. Wendy will guide you through designing and making your pattern, fabric choices and construction techniques.…

Lampshade Workshop With Millie Rothera In this workshop you will be using a kit to create your lampshade, and learn skills that you can continue developing at home. You can bring your own fabric  to use or you can choose one of Millie’s amazing fabrics within this workshop, designed and printed in England. If you love bold and bright, Modernist inspired fabric then Millies fabric might be just wha…

Beginners Crochet Learn the basics of crochet with Dawn from New Dawn Fibre Arts. In this course you will learn how to crochet basic stitches including; chain, double crochet, triple crochet and the use of a magic circle. You will look at different techniques in order to keep your work straight and also look at how to change colours to create more interesting designs. All materials will be provide…