Welcome
Master the Art of Fibre Crafting🧶
Join a passionate community of creators and artisans,where tradition meets innovation. Discover new skills, Refine your craft
Welcome to Our Festival🕊️
🌳Sustainable Crafting. Keeping the craft alive🌳
Sustainable Crafting – Keeping the Craft Alive
At the Drakensberg Fibre Festival, we celebrate craftsmanship that stands the test of time. This is where tradition meets innovation, where fibre artists and creators gather to explore premium materials, master new techniques, and connect with a community that values quality and creativity.
Discover a curated selection of high-quality fibres, expertly designed tools, and hands-on workshops that refine your skills and push the boundaries of your craft. Whether you’re a passionate hobbyist or an experienced artisan, this festival offers the inspiration, knowledge, and connections to take your work to the next level.
Elevate your craft. Be a part of something bigger.
Program of classes
Thursday 11th of September
🌸 Elaine Barnard
A Vase of Everlasting Felt Flowers
Craft bold, beautiful blooms using felt, appliqué, and embroidery. A workshop bursting with colour and creativity!
🎟️ R600 | 🎒 Kit: R150
🧶 Glynis Brooke
Weaving – Day 1
Start your handwoven journey! A hands-on intro (or challenge!) to rigid heddle & table looms.
🎟️ R600/day | 🪡 Loom hire available: R600
🪡 The Yarn Tree (Adrienne & Irene)
Punch Needle for Beginners
Learn this addictive, relaxing embroidery technique — it’s like painting with thread!
🎟️ R600 | 🎒 Kit: R480
Friday 12th of September
🌳 Elaine Barnard
Incredible Textile Trees (2-hour taster)
Use water-soluble fabric to create an embroidered landscape you’ll love.
🎟️ R200 | 🎒 Kit: R150
🧶 Glynis Brooke
Weaving – Day 2
Continue your weave — or join in if you’ve got prior experience.
🎟️ R600
🧵 The Yarn Tree
Nuno Felted Scarf
Layer luxurious merino wool and silk chiffon into a dreamy scarf you’ll wear forever.
🎟️ R600 | 🎒 Kit: R520
🧵 Sue Cameron
Hand Quilting – Sue’s Signature Style
Sewing meets storytelling with Sue’s expressive quilting approach.
🎟️ R600 | 🎒 Kit: R100
🪡Jane Renton
Cable & Brioche Knitting
Learn the fundamentals of working with a cable needle and reading cable charts.
Saturday 13th September
💫 Elaine Barnard
Creative Fabric Beads (Morning only)
Make striking beads from scrap fabric — perfect for jewellery or embellishments.
🎟️ R300 | 🎒 Kit: R150
🧶 Glynis Brooke
Weaving – Day 1 (Weekend Edition)
A fresh group begins their fibre journey!
🎟️ R600
🧶 The Yarn Tree
Crochet Session (Topic TBA)
Whether you’re a total newbie or just need a refresher, this session has something for you.
🎟️ R600
🪡 Sue Cameron
Woven Treasures – Day 1
A soulful session of slow stitching, texture play, and textile joy.
🎟️ R900 (includes both days) | 🎒 Kit: R100
🧶Jane Renton
Decorative Stitching
Enhance your knitwear with beautiful decorative stitches.
Sunday 14 September
🧶 Glynis Brooke
Weaving – Day 2 (Weekend Edition)
Wrap up your weaving masterpiece.
🎟️ R600
🪡 Sue Cameron
Woven Treasures – Day 2
Finish your stitched artwork and take it home with pride.
🎟️ Included in Saturday class
📝 How to Book
• Full-day classes: 9:00 – 16:30
• Short sessions: 9:00 – 12:30
• Email Drakfibrefest@gmail.com or WhatsApp us directly with the workshops you want to join.