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
Hand Spinning and Hand Weaving workshops in the studio will continue from April 10th 2021, in accordance with Covid Guidelines throughout Ireland. Some of you have booked prior to April 10th 2021, and that is fine, as I will remain in touch with you through email.
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
- 8th and 22th January 2022
- 5th(booked) and 19th February 2022
- 5th(booked) and 19th(booked) March 2022
- 2nd and 13th April 2022
- 7th and 21st May 2022
- 4th and 18th June 2022
- 2nd(booked) and 16th July 2022
- 6th and 20th August 2022
- 3rd and 17th September 2022
- 1st and 29th October 2022
- 5th and 19th November 2022
- 3rd and 17th December 2022
Book Hand Spinning
- €120 for individuals
- €75 per person (groups of 2 – 4)
- €50 per person (groups of 5 upwards)
- Workshops run from 10am - 2pm
Absolute Beginners are very welcome for this Fun 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
- 15th and 29th January 2022
- 12th and 26th February 2022
- 12th(booked) and 26th(booked) March 2022
- 9th(booked) and 23rd April 2022
- 14th, and 28th May 2022
- 11th June 2022
- 9th and 23th July 2022
- 13th and 27th August 2022
- 10th and 24th Sept 2022
- 8th and 22nd October 2022
- 12th and 26th November2022
- 10th and 21st December 2022
Book Tapestry Weaving
- €120 for individuals
- €75 per person (groups of 2 – 4)
- €50 per person (groups of 6+)
School Workshops
A series of workshops that enable children to trace the path from fibre to fabric.
Contact for more info and to book.
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.