Spinning, Weaving & Natural Dyeing
This course offers a fabulous introduction to the age-old craft of spinning and weaving wool and the opportunity to make a small bag.
Weaving: Make your own easy to use weaving loom. Design and weave your own handbag.
All natural 100% wool used.
Spinning: Learn how to spin wool on a spinning-wheel and with a drop-spindle. Learn how to use a wool-carder.
Making natural dyes: Learn how to make natural dyes from plants and tree barks. Dye 2 skeins of hand spun sheep’s wool and a cotton bag with natural dyes to take home.
Each participant will also receive comprehensive written instructions on will spinning and natural dyes.
Materials charge is €17 and is to be paid to the tutor.
Course tutor : Susanna Anker