Courses

I provide online courses that you can take at your own pace. I also run live online classes as well as in-person workshops for both individuals and groups.

 STUDIO IN PERSON WORKSHOPS 

You may be coming to weaving for the first time or developing existing skills, either way it may be worthwhile to engage through email at first to inform the direction you would like to take.  If so feel free to email me at info@ainedunneweaver.com

All materials and equipment are supplied for these workshops.  Check course content, dates and booking information below.

 

Hand Spinning Workshops

Learn how to make your own yarn from sheep’s wool and local alpaca wool.

  • Finger spinning
  • Spinning on a drop spindle
  • Spinning on a wheel
  • History of spinning in Ireland
  • Use of hand spun wool
  • Resources

      

Upcoming Workshops 

     2025

  •   06th or 20th DECEMBER   2025      

    2026

  • JANUARY 3RD OR 17TH OR 31ST
  • FEBRUARY 14TH OR 28TH
  • MARCH 14TH OR 28TH
  • APRIL 11TH OR 25TH
  • MAY 9TH OR 23RD
  • JUNE 6TH OR 20TH
  • JULY 4TH OR 18TH
  • AUGUST 1ST OR 15TH OR 29TH
  • SEPTEMBER 12TH OR 26TH
  • OCTOBER 10TH OR 24TH
  • NOVEMBER 7TH OR 21ST
  • DECEMBER 12TH

Book Hand Spinning

  • €150 for individuals
  • €100 per person (groups of 2 – 4)
  • €65 per person (groups of 5 upwards)
  • Workshops run from 10am -  2pm

Absolute Beginners are very welcome for this Fun Workshop!

Email Address:
Date of Workshop:

Tapestry Weaving Workshops

Suitable for all levels from complete beginners to advanced weavers. All are welcome. In this workshop Áine will cover:

  • Historical background
  • Loom types
  • Design
  • Preparing warp threads
  • Weaving
  • Finishing
  • Resources

     Upcoming Workshops

2025

  • 13th or 27th DECEMBER 2025

2026

  • JANUARY 14TH OR 24TH

  • FEBRUARY 7TH OR 14TH

  • MARCH 7TH OR 21ST

  • APRIL 4TH OR 18TH

  • MAY 2ND OR 16TH OR 30TH

  • JUNE 13TH OR 27TH

  • JULY 11TH OR 25TH

  • AUGUST 8TH OR 22ND

  • SEPTEMBER 19TH

  • OCTOBER 3RD OR 17TH

  • NOVEMBER 14TH OR 28TH

  • DECEMBER 5TH OR 19TH

 

Book Tapestry Weaving

  • €150 for individuals
  • €100 per person (groups of 2 – 4)
  • €65 per person (groups of 6+)
Email Address:
Date of Workshop:

School Workshops

A series of workshops that enable children to trace the path from fibre to fabric.

Contact info@ainedunneweaver.com for details and bookings

Private Workshops - Individual or Group

If you would like to arrange a workshop please get in touch by emailing info@ainedunneweaver.com.

Live Online Classes (Zoom)

Classes run Monday to Friday 3 - 9pm and Saturday and Sunday 9 to 5pm  Irish Time.

For those of you who may be new to weaving  a 4-sided frame is needed. an old picture frame will suffice. You may also purchase a tapestry frame from a reputable firm such as weaversbazaar.com who sell adjustable tapestry frames for €35 and starter kits of choice tapestry wool mix.

Take the plunge and get started. It is such rewarding craft to participate in, rich, tactile, creative, ancient and therapeutic.

Length:  30 minutes
Cost: €30  includes handouts and short videos of techniques where necessary.