Tuition: weaving, spinning and dyeing and related textile techniques in and around the London area.
The London Guild of Weavers does not run its own courses, but we are aware of the following courses. Please notify any additions or corrections to webmaster@londonguildofweavers.org.uk
Regular classes (held during term time)
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Class description |
Where and when |
Tutor |
Booking details |
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Weaving and Spinning- morning and afternoon classes. (Students may register for either or both sessions) |
North Kingston Adult Education Centre |
Janet Rumball |
www.kingston.gov.uk/adulteducation or telephone 0208547 6724 |
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Weaving – morning and afternoon classes (Students may register for either or both sessions) |
Chesham Weaving Class, White Hill Centre, White Hill Wednesdays, 10:00 – 12:00 & 1:00 – 4:00 |
Bobbie Kociejowski |
email bobbiekoc@pancogito.plus.com |
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Weaving – morning and afternoon classes (Students may register for either or both sessions) |
The Handweavers Studio and Gallery 140 Seven Sisters Road, London N7 7NS Thursdays, 10:00 - 12:30 & 1:30 - 4:00 |
Bobbie Kociejowski |
www.handweavers.co.uk |
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Weaving – evening classes |
The Handweavers Studio and Gallery 140 Seven Sisters Road, London N7 7NS Wednesdays, 6:00 - 8:30 |
Charlotte Grierson |
www.handweavers.co.uk |
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Weaving – afternoon classes |
Hogarth Centre at Hogarth Junior School, Thursdays 1:00 – 4:00 |
Brenda Gibson |
http://adultcourses.hounslow.gov.uk or telephone 020 8583 6000 |
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Traditional and Experimental Tapestry - afternoons |
Morley College |
William Jefferies |
www.morleycollege.ac.uk |
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Tapestry Weaving (projects) –evenings |
Morley College |
William Jefferies |
www.morleycollege.ac.uk |
Short courses/ workshops/ individual tuition
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Course description |
Where and when |
Tutor |
Booking details |
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A wide range of workshops at introductory and specialised levels covering weaving (cloth, tapestry and rugs), spinning, feltmaking, colour theory and dyeing |
The Handweavers Studio and Gallery Various dates, normally 1 or 2 day courses, weekends and midweek. For current details, see www.handweavers.co.uk |
Various tutors (according to topic) including Lizzie Houghton, Jenifer Midgley, Melanie Venes, Jason Collingwood, Brenda Gibson, Heather Belcher, William Jefferies, Bobbie Kociejowski, Hillu Liebelt |
www.handweavers.co.uk |
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Weaving tuition for individuals or small groups |
Thornham, Norfolk By arrangement |
Melanie Venes |
or telephone 01485 512315 |
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Plants, the source of natural dyes |
Chelsea Physic Garden 5 October 2010 |
Penny Walsh and Diane Sullock |
020 7352 5646 |
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Courses in weave structure, weave design, spinning, dyeing and felting. Flexibility is the key to ensuring that each student receives the information they need to enable them to continue weaving at home. Courses can be tailored to meet each students needs |
Purpose built studio in the village of Nether Stowey, Somerset (on the A39 between Bridgwater and Minehead). |
Janet Phillips |
www.janetphillips-weaving.co.uk |
No specific recommendation by the London Guild of Weavers is implied by inclusion in this list.