Workshops 2024
Here are the wonderful workshops that will be running at our next show on 7th and 8th September 2024.
Try your hand at spinning using a drop spindle, an ancient tool for converting fibre into yarn. You will be introduced to fibre handling and shown how to start spinning using the park and draft method. Plenty of supported practise time will follow so you can get to grips with your new hobby. At the end of the class you can take your spindle and fibre home to carry on spinning!
The workshop is run by Fiona from A Little Bit Sheepish, who knits, spins, designs, felts and teaches fibre arts.
COST: This workshop costs £25 which includes a kit with a drop spindle, 100g of Bluefaced Leicester fibre and spinning instructions, all boxed up and ready to go.
DAY: SATURDAY and SUNDAY
TIME: The workshop lasts for 1 hour and runs from 12.30pm to 1.30pm on both days.
To book this workshop: Please click on: SATURDAY WORKSHOP or SUNDAY WORKSHOP
Tunisian Crochet for beginners will cover the basics of this fab technique. We will work through some of the basic techniques and get you going on a small project. Basic crochet skills are needed. The cost of £30 includes yarn for the project and a Tunisian crochet hook.
Your tutor is Fiona from A Little Bit Sheepish who is a crocheter, knitter, spinner and experienced tutor.
COST: This workshop costs £30 which covers all the materials and the crochet hook.
DAY: SATURDAY and SUNDAY
TIME: The workshop lasts for 1½ hours and runs from 2pm to 3.30pm on both days.
To book this workshop: Please click on: SATURDAY WORKSHOP or SUNDAY WORKSHOP
Debbie will guide you through the knotting techniques needed to make your very own plant hanger.
All materials are provided.
The workshop is run by Debbie Davies of Kiln And Craft who is a lover of macrame and experienced tutor.
COST: This workshop costs £20 which covers all the materials.
DAY: SATURDAY and SUNDAY
TIME: The workshop lasts for 2 hours and runs from 10.30am to 12.30pm on both days.
To book this workshop: Please email the tutor Debbie using kilnandcraft@gmail.com
If you've been looking for a way to take your knitting skills to the next level, this workshop is perfect for you! It'll give you a comprehensive understanding of the Japanese short-row technique, its benefits, and how it can be applied in different situations. Prior experience with short rows is not necessary. All that's needed are basic knit and purl stitch and an understanding of knitting in the round. Mastering this method could open up new possibilities for creating more complex garments, so come along and join this interactive and hands-on session! Bring a light-coloured DK yarn.
The workshop is run by Zanete Hussain of Zanete Knits who is an experienced knitter, knitwear designer and tutor.
COST: The workshop costs £25.
DAY: Saturday
TIME: The workshop lasts for 2 hours and runs from 1pm to 3pm on Saturday.
To book this workshop: Please click on: JAPANESE SHORT ROWS WORKSHOP
Using a macramé board, you’ll learn how to design and make a macramé bracelet that actually fits. Learning several different knotting techniques, you’ll be shown how to make and finish the bracelet with a sliding knot - with no cut ends showing! You'll be able to take away a finished bracelet, full instructions and a macramé board in order to make another project at home.
The workshop is run by Rosie Rees from Moon Beads.
COST: The workshop costs £15 which covers the tuition, full instructions, beads and threads, plus a macramé board to take away.
DAY: Saturday
TIME: The workshop lasts for 1.75 hours and runs from 11.45am to 1.30pm on Saturday.
To book this workshop: Please email the tutor Rosie using moon_beads@hotmail.com
Using wool fibres and a needle you'll learn the techniques to create a landscape in needlefelt. This includes all materials and tools used in the workshop. Further tools and materials are available for purchase to take home if required. This workshop is suitable for beginners or those with some experience.
The workshop is run by Frances Mason of New Forest Mohair who is an experienced teacher and felt artist.
COST: This workshop costs £15. All the equipment and materials will be available to complete the workshop and can be taken home at the end.
DAY: SATURDAY and SUNDAY
TIME: The workshop lasts for 1 hour and runs from 10.30am to 11.30am on both days.
To book this workshop: Please email the tutor Frances using info@newforestmohair.co.uk
Take your first steps into knitting design work with a custom cowl pattern. We'll work through inspiration, choosing a stitch pattern, swatching, pattern maths, and talk about what you need to do to publish your pattern (if you want to). Skills needed: cast on, knit, purl, cast off. Please bring 5mm needles of your choice (the cowl is worked flat or in the round - 40cm circular is suggested) and a stitch marker. Only on Sunday.
This workshop is run by Fiona from A Little Bit Sheepish who is an experienced tutor and knitter.
COST: This workshop costs £20. Please bring 5mm needles of your choice.
DAY: Sunday
TIME: The workshop lasts for 1½ hours and runs from 10.30am to 12pm on Sunday.
To book this workshop: Please click on: COWL DESIGN WORKSHOP
In this workshop, you'll learn how to warp up a miniature circular loom and weave around the spokes to create a circular textile with a pretty veined pattern. This can then be used to create a button or combined with others to create a brooch, necklace or used as an embellishment. There'll be time to make a few woven circles. A selection of hand dyed yarn will be available to choose from and all the equipment will be provided.
The workshop is run by Chris Cowley of Little Acorn Crafts who is an experienced crafter and tutor.
COST: This workshop costs £15.
DAY: SATURDAY and SUNDAY
TIME: The workshop lasts for 2 hours and runs from 1.45pm to 3.45pm on both days.
To book this workshop: Please click on: SATURDAY WORKSHOP or SUNDAY WORKSHOP
Expand your skills with knitting lace and adding beads. We'll work on a swatch covering lace techniques and options for adding beads. You can practise your skills at home with the cowl pattern, yarn and beads provided. Skills needed: cast on, knit, purl, cast off. Please bring 4.0mm needles of your choice for the swatch (which will be worked flat).
This workshop is run by Fiona from A Little Bit Sheepish who is an experienced tutor and knitter.
COST: This workshop costs £17 which includes all the yarn for the swatch and the cowl, the beads, and the instructions. Please bring 4.0mm needles of your choice for the swatch (which will be worked flat).
DAY: Saturday
TIME: The workshop lasts for 1¼ hours and runs from 10.30am to 11.45am on Saturday.
To book this workshop: Please click on: KNIT LACE AND BEADS WORKSHOP
Using a macramé board, you’ll learn how to design and make a macramé bracelet that actually fits. Learning several different knotting techniques, you’ll be shown how to make and finish the bracelet with a sliding knot - with no cut ends showing! You'll be able to take away a finished bracelet, full instructions and a macramé board in order to make another project at home.
The workshop is run by Rosie Rees from Moon Beads.
COST: The workshop costs £15 which covers the tuition, full instructions, beads and threads, plus a macramé board to take away.
DAY: Sunday
TIME: The workshop lasts for 2 hours and runs from 1pm to 3pm on Sunday.
To book this workshop: Please email the tutor Rosie using moon_beads@hotmail.com
Make a beautiful flock of tiny sheep! You'll learn how to manipulate chenille stems (pipe cleaners) to form a structure for each sheep, like a sculptors armature. You'll then learn a wrapping technique using British wool tops to complete your sheep. Once you've completed your flock, you'll be shown a variety of ways to take your sheep further, such as making them into necklaces, bracelets, sheep strings, etc. as ornaments or gifts. The class is suitable for beginners, and children aged 10 or over if accompanied by a participating adult.
The workshop is run by Alison White of Sheepy Things, who is a textile artist and experienced tutor.
COST: The workshop costs £12 which includes everything you need.
DAY: Sunday
TIME: The workshop lasts for 1 hour and runs from 11.45am to 12.45pm on Sunday.
To book this workshop: Please email the tutor Alison using alisonwhite@sheepythings.com
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