Weaving Workshops

Learn the Art of Crafting by Hand - Scroll down to read about my new workshop starting January 2027

Join me in Ross‑on‑Wye for a relaxed, hands-on weaving experience. Using a range of soft wool and traditional looms, you’ll create your own beautiful fabrics — from a small lampshade, cushion to a sample that you can treasure at home. Our workshops combine craft, and a cosy, welcoming atmosphere, perfect for anyone wanting to explore handmade homewares.

What You can Learn & Make

Handweaving techniques on a traditional loom
Creating a finished piece to take home — a lampshade, cushion, or small sampler
Finishing techniques: cutting, edging, and caring for your fabric

Workshop Details

Duration: 3-4 hours or 3 sets of 3-4 hours
Location: Livinloom Home, Ross‑on‑Wye
Group Size: Max 2 participants for personalised guidance and use of a loom each
Cost: from £85 per person (includes all materials) for one session. £285 for 3 sets of 3.

What to Bring

We provide looms, yarn, tools. Just bring yourself — and a notebook or apron if you like.

If you have your own loom which you'd like to bring along to set up or use, this is also fine but to be discussed prior to the workshop.

Who It’s For

Perfect for beginners or anyone wanting a relaxed, creative experience. No prior weaving experience is needed — just curiosity and a love of making beautiful things by hand.

Workshop Details for my NEW WORKSHOP

Duration: 3 hours once a week over a 6 week period. Availability will be January, February and March 2027
Location: Livinloom Home, Ross‑on‑Wye
Group Size: Max 2 participants for personalised guidance and use of a loom each, unless you have your own loom and would like to bring it along.
Cost: from £285 per person (includes all materials)

What You can Learn & Make

Handweaving techniques on a traditional loom
Option to learn how to set up a loom
Work on a finished piece (or range of pieces) to take home — Lampshades, Cushions, Placemats, Table runner ect.
Finishing techniques: cutting, edging, and caring for your fabric

Testimonials

“A thorough course covering all aspects of weaving from threading up the loom to weaving a variety of patterns. Gaby is an excellent teacher with great expertise. I would thoroughly recommend”

“Really enjoyed a weaving workshop with Gaby. Playing with colours and creating a cushion to take home. Refreshed previous experience of weaving and learned more skills"

FAQs

Do I need experience? No — my workshops are beginner-friendly.
Can I bring a friend? Yes — we welcome a small group of 2 bookings (more if you have your own loom)
Are children allowed? Yes -- with an adult