One day Tartan weaving workshop with Karina Thomas
Saturday March 21st 2026 SOLD OUT
Saturday April 18th 2026 10am-4pm
Thursday May 7th 2026 10am-4pm
Royal College of Art trained Karina Thomas will teach you how to weave your own textured tartan in beautiful colours using Shetland wools. Tartan is a pattern that comprises two or more solid coloured stripes that repeat in a defined sequence. Enjoy playing with colour combinations to make your own unique tartan.
You will be guided through the weave techniques and processes in order to come away with your own woven tartan cushion.
What you will learn-
To choose contrasting yarns for texture and colour from our collection of Shetland wool.
Warp up your frame loom with base stripes.
To create your tartan using a plain weave.
Learn knotting techniques for finishing your woven fabric.
Make up your cushion with a ready made backing.
What’s Included-
All yarns and studio equipment.
Hot drinks and home made cakes.
A seasonal vegetarian lunch.
Who this workshop is suitable for-
Complete beginners
Improvers looking to develop weaving skills.
Those interested in mindful making.
About Black Swans Studio-
Black swans Studio is a welcoming creative space in Buckinghamshire offering textile workshops focused on craftsmanship, wellbeing and community. Our sessions are designed to be calm supportive and inspiring.
One day Tartan weaving workshop with Karina Thomas
Saturday March 21st 2026 SOLD OUT
Saturday April 18th 2026 10am-4pm
Thursday May 7th 2026 10am-4pm
Royal College of Art trained Karina Thomas will teach you how to weave your own textured tartan in beautiful colours using Shetland wools. Tartan is a pattern that comprises two or more solid coloured stripes that repeat in a defined sequence. Enjoy playing with colour combinations to make your own unique tartan.
You will be guided through the weave techniques and processes in order to come away with your own woven tartan cushion.
What you will learn-
To choose contrasting yarns for texture and colour from our collection of Shetland wool.
Warp up your frame loom with base stripes.
To create your tartan using a plain weave.
Learn knotting techniques for finishing your woven fabric.
Make up your cushion with a ready made backing.
What’s Included-
All yarns and studio equipment.
Hot drinks and home made cakes.
A seasonal vegetarian lunch.
Who this workshop is suitable for-
Complete beginners
Improvers looking to develop weaving skills.
Those interested in mindful making.
About Black Swans Studio-
Black swans Studio is a welcoming creative space in Buckinghamshire offering textile workshops focused on craftsmanship, wellbeing and community. Our sessions are designed to be calm supportive and inspiring.
