Design for Art Weaving

Description

A 6 week course that will focus on weaving design for decorative purposes and/or artistic expression. This course will provide you with a foundation to design your own art tapestry pieces and introduce you to new weaving techniques. We will practise making a design based on a landscape or abstract piece.

Suitable for those who have already done some weaving before (however little and however long ago) and would like to build on their weaving experience. Complete beginners will be considered if they contact the tutor in advance of booking.

Session 1

We will look at the main considerations for designing your weaving. We will discuss your interests and ideas of what you may wish to weave. Advice will be given on where to find suppliers for any additional yarns that you may wish to purchase. We will observe and practise techniques such as mottling, which you may wish to include in your design.

Session 2

We will learn how to draw up a “cartoon” or map for the weaving, alongside working on your weaving design by refining the choice of colours, textures and techniques. Practical technique work on Supplementary Warps and Wefts.

Session 3

Review of your weaving and design to take it forward. There will be a focus on choosing the warp and sett for your weaving. You may wish to make further samples or design decisions. More practical weaving techniques can be practised, depending on your design.

Session 4

Further sampling, design and preparation for weaving your chosen piece. Practical demonstration of techniques that have been requested by participants in previous weeks.

Further Information: Notes on warping-up and the techniques learnt will be provided. At each session, we will look at the work of a selection of tapestries by artist-weavers. Jackie will demonstrate the techniques and provide guidance and feedback. You will work at your own pace. There will be the option to weave at home between sessions if you wish.

Suitable for those with some weaving experience. Complete beginners will be considered if they contact the tutor in advance of booking.

Please note the price of this class does not include a loom. Students should have that from the beginners class. If you don't have a loom- please contact the tutor directly who can arrange the right one for you. contact the Folk House and they will put you in touch.

Materials List

Please note this class is for students who have a small Frame Loom that came with the beginners class, If you did not do the beginners class at the Folk House or you have a different kind of loom - please contact the tutor directly who can arrange and recommend what loom you need. Contact the Folk House and they will put you in touch. A selection of yarns will be supplied for each participant to keep. If you already have a frame from the first class - please email You will also need to bring your own scissors, an old dining fork, a 30cm ruler, a large bulldog clip and a pencil. Plus any yarns or other materials that you might already have. As this is online class you need a computer or tablet with Zoom and internet connection. You will be sent in the post the other materials that you can keep - this is a full kit to learn to weave. So please ensure you give your current delivery address when you book. Kit includes: Weaving kit, containing yarns, written handouts and a handmade wooden frame loom. You will receive an email with a link to attend the meeting ahead of your first session.

Fees & Further Information

Please note: All 10, and 12 week courses have a half term break in the middle. For term dates please visit our ‘Contact us’ page. We are not open on bank holiday Monday’s and any class that falls on these days will be made up at the end of term.

Fees

• You will need to have paid in full for your course or workshop to guarantee your place. We do not accept deposit or part payments. Course and workshops are becoming increasingly popular, so please book early in order to guarantee your place.
• We do offer concession rates for anyone over 65, NHS staff (blue light cards), Students or claiming the benefits listed below. As we are a self-funded organisation we receive no financial support, in order to offer these rates.
• The concessionary rate is for those whose sole source of income is from a state benefit. We accept Universal Credit, Income Support, Job Seekers Allowance and Employment and Support Allowance. Please show a recent letter or statement stating your benefit when enrolling.

Refunds

• In the event that we have to cancel a course, we aim to inform you 2 working days before the start date, or at least 24 hours before a day workshop. If we have to cancel a course, then you will receive a full credit note or refund.
• If you wish to cancel your place you must inform us up to 14 days before the start date of your course or workshop. In this case you will receive a refund minus a 15% admin fee.
• If you give us less than 14 days notice, or your course or workshop has already started a refund will be not given.

Please see full terms and conditions for more information. 

Latecomer

If a course has already started, please call the office as it may be possible to join after the start date. This may only be possible if the course is not already full, if it is not disruptive for the other students and you are aware that you have missed a percentage of the course and the tutor will not have time to catch you up. This will be at discretion of the Folk House. We run our courses termly, so it might be best to start at the beginning of the course.  

Levels

• You must be over 18 years old to attend a course or workshop at the Bristol Folk House.
• All our courses and workshops are non-accredited and will not receive a certificate for attending.
• We offer a range of courses at all levels and our tutors make every effort to accommodate your individual needs. Before choosing you may want to speak to the tutor to make sure the course is right for you. Please contact the office.
• To join all of our courses you must be able to follow written and verbal instructions and you may be invited to take part in group discussions. Please look at the rest of the course outline carefully to decide if you may benefit from any additional support to help you to take part in this class. Please contact the office if you require any further information.
• If you have a disability, learning difficulty or mental health issue which may affect your participation in your chosen course please contact the office prior to enrolling. If you will need to bring a career or support worker with you to the class, please inform the office when enrolling so we can make arrangements.

Access/ Parking

• Much as we would like to provide access for all, the Folk House has no level access or accessible facilities.
• We have no onsite car parking at the Bristol Folk House but there are many paid parking spots in the area. Please ask us for details on parking or see our website for more detail.
• We are on a busy bus route and have plenty of bike racks in our courtyard garden.