WORKSHOPS & CLASSES

Workshops by: Glynis Brooke

•Workshop 1. Thursday, 11 September & Friday 12 September
•Workshop 2. Saturday, 13 September & Sunday 14 September  

Class Description:

Join Glynis Brooke, an experienced weaving instructor, for a four-day flexible weaving course. This class caters to all skill levels, allowing students to create a finished woven item to take home.

Course Modules:

Beginner Rigid Heddle Weaving (4 Days)

•Module 1 (2 Days): Houndstooth Scarf (Weaving with Wool)

• Module 2 (2 Days): Colour Gamp Towel

(Weaving with Cotton)

Intermediate Rigid Heddle Weaving (2 x 2-Day Modules)

• Module 1: Weaving and designing plaid patterns

• Module 2: Weaving fabric for a cotton tote bag with pick-up detail

Advanced Rigid Heddle Weaving (2 Days)

• Double Weave Techniques

Harness Loom Weaving (4 Days - Beginners & Intermediate)

• Beginners: Learn to weave on a four-shaft table loom

• Intermediate: Explore the Overshot Weaving Technique

Equipment & Materials:

• Rigid Heddle Looms available for loan

• Table Looms available for hire (R600)

• Custom kits available based on project selection

Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced

Cost: R600 per day

Kit Cost: Varies depending on the project

Workshops by: Irene & Adrienne

•Workshop 1. Thursday 11 September 

•Workshop 2. Friday 12 September 

•Workshop 3. Saturday 13 September 

Workshop 1: Beginners Punch Needle

• Learn the basics of punch needle and create textured designs.

• Explore different techniques to achieve smooth loops and patterns.

• Complete a small project using high-quality cotton yarn.

Kit includes:

• A4 frame stretched with Hessian

• 2 x 50g ColourSpun Chunky Cotton

• Scraps of yarn to complete the project

• Use of our studio Oxford Punch Needle

Skill Level: Beginner

Kit Cost: R150

Workshop 2: Nuno Silk/Merino Felted Scarf

• Discover the technique of Nuno felting, combining merino wool and silk chiffon.

• Learn how to bond fibers to create a soft, lightweight scarf.

• Experiment with color blending and textural effects.

Kit includes: 

• 50g (1¾oz) of silk/merino fibre

• Silk chiffon

• Step-by-step instructions

Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate

Kit Cost: R250

•Workshop 3

Creative Crochet (Amigurumi-Inspired)

• Class: Creative Amigurumi Theme

• Description: Join Adrienne and Irene for a playful and relaxing crochet session that introduces fun character-building through the art of amigurumi. Perfect for both beginners and intermediate crafters, this session will guide you through foundational crochet techniques while exploring how to create soft toys and textured details like ears, paws, and manes.

Bring your own yarn and hooks, or purchase a kit at the festival.

Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate.

Workshops by: Elaine Barnard

•Workshop 1. Thursday 11 September 

•Workshop 2. Friday 12 September 

•Workshop 3. Saturday 13 September 

Workshop 1: A Vase of Everlasting Felt Flowers

• Create a stunning felt flower arrangement using hand embroidery and appliqué.

• Choose from various floral designs to craft a unique textile artwork.

• Learn embroidery techniques to add depth and texture to your design.

Kit includes:

• Booklet with instructions & patterns

• Freezer paper (38 x 20cm)

• Packet of start-up felt

Skill Level: All levels

Kit Cost: R150

Class Cost: R600

Workshop 2: Creating Incredible Trees Using Water-Soluble Fabric & Hand Embroidery

• Experiment with water-soluble fabric to create a textured textile artwork.

• Choose from different tree designs and enhance them with embroidery.

• Once complete, your piece can be framed or used in quilting projects.

Kit includes:

• Booklet with instructions and tree designs

• Bird’s nest

• Moroccan buttons

• Small pieces of felt

• 2x water-soluble fabric (30 x 30 cm)

• 1x netting (30 x 30 cm)

Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate

Kit Cost: R150

Class Cost: R200 (2-hour class)

Workshop 3: Creative Handmade Fabric Beads

• Transform fabric scraps into unique handmade beads using simple sewing techniques.

• Create fabric beads that can be used for jewelry, clothing embellishments, or bags.

• Learn how to shape, decorate, and assemble your fabric beads creatively.

Kit includes:

• Roll of double-sided tape

• Copper wire

• Straws

• Batting squares

• Stuffing

• Recycled Sari Silk yarn

• Metallic thread

• Small plastic wheels

• Information booklet

Skill Level: Beginner to Intermediate

Kit Cost: R150

Class Cost: R300 (morning-only class)

Workshops by: Sue Cameron

Dates & Workshops:

• Workshop 1: Friday, 12 September (Hand Quilting - Sue Cameron Style)

• Workshop 2: Saturday, 13 September & Sunday, 14 September (Woven Treasures)

Class Description:

Join Sue Cameron, an award-winning quilting artist, for two inspiring workshops focused on creative handwork techniques. Students will explore non-traditional quilting and weaving methods perfect for embellishing projects with embroidery thread and fabric weaving.

• Hand Quilting - Sue Cameron Style (1 Day)

Learn a unique method of hand quilting that uses embroidery thread for embellishment. This is not traditional quilting or embroidery — it’s a fun, artistic way to create dynamic quilted designs. Students will learn the ins and outs of Sue’s signature quilting style used in many of her award-winning quilts.

• Woven Treasures (1.5 Days)

Dive into the slow stitching movement with a relaxing handwork class. Students will weave strips of fabric to create a textured background and practice a few embroidery stitches and appliqué techniques. Students will complete one woven piece approximately 14 x 16 inches to take home.

Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced

Cost:

• Hand Quilting Workshop: R600

• Woven Treasures Workshop: R900

Kit Cost: R100 (bring basic sewing supplies if you have)