Fabric Weaving-Beginners

<p><span style="font-size:14px">This 6-week course is the perfect introduction to weaving. It builds a strong foundation in hand-weaving on a rigid heddle loom and covers the stages involved in the process of making your cotton fabric that can be turned into place mats or a table runner…or another item of your choice with advice from the tutor. </span></p>

<p><strong><span style="font-size:14px">This course will be delivered at St Paul’s Learning Centre.</span></strong></p>

<p><span style="font-size:14px">You will learn how to warp, wind and thread up a rigid heddle loom, hem stitch your creation and finish your fabric so that it can be used long into the future. We will cover why tension is one of the most important parts of weaving and the difference between a warp and a weft. This is a great introduction to weaving and a perfect starting point for creating your own fabrics in a fun and friendly atmosphere.</span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:14px">Yes, learners can join up to week 3, however this means they will produce less fabric but still learn all the technical skills. The tutor also offers the option of borrowing a loom for home practice (upon payment of a refundable deposit directly to the tutor) so learners may catch up on missed sessions and reinforce their skills.</span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:14px">No.</span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:14px">Returning learners or those with equivalent experience can then do level 2 where the course uses lambswool (or an appropriate alternative) to create their own scarf. There is the introduction of further techniques to explore more complex patterning using supplied equipment as well as design skills to help learners learn to use colour and texture in their weaving.</span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:14px">Yes. Learners supply own yarn. The tutor will advise on what to buy before the start of the course.</span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:14px">No. Unless learners opt to borrow a loom, however this is not a requirement.</span></p>

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<li><span style="font-size:14px">Yarn from recommended supplier</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:14px">Comfy shoes (there is a bit of walking as part of the set-up process)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:14px">A notebook or phone to make personal notes</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:14px">Glasses if worn for reading</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-size:14px">The classes are all very hands on.</span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:14px">None. Looms are provided for the course.</span></p>

<ul>
<li><span style="font-size:14px">If we have to cancel your course your fees will be refunded in full. We are unable to reimburse the cost of materials you may have bought for the course.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:14px">If you cancel your course booking a week (7 days) or more before the start date we will refund your fees minus an admin charge of 20%.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:14px">If you cancel with less than a week (7 days) before the start date or after the course has started, we will not be able to refund your fees.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:14px">Transfers will incur a fee of 10% and must be requested 7 days or more before the start of a course unless you are transferring to another course because your original course was cancelled.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:14px">We are not able to offer refunds due to sickness or ill health. </span></li>
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<p><span style="font-size:14px">If you are due a refund you must contact the office within 3 months of the course to arrange payment as we do not keep card details. </span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:14px">When attending an online course, it is a learner’s responsibility to ensure they have adequate internet access before the start of a course. Refunds will not be given for technical failure of a learner’s home computer or their internet access.</span></p>