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

  •   11th or 25th JANUARY 2025
  •   08th or 22nd FEBRUARY 2025
  •   08th or 22nd MARCH 2025
  •   05th or 19th APRIL 2025
  •   10th or 24th MAY 2025
  •   07th or 21st JUNE 2025
  •   12th or 26th JULY 2025
  •   09th or 23rd AUGUST 2025
  •   06th or 20th SEPTEMBER 2025
  •   04th or 18th OCTOBER 2025
  •   01st or 15th NOVEMBER 2025
  •   06th or 20th DECEMBER   2025                                                       

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!

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

  • 04th or 18th JANUARY 2025
  • 01st or 15th FEBRUARY 2025
  • 01st or 15th MARCH 2025
  • 12th or 26th APRIL 2025
  • 03rd or 17th MAY 2025
  • 14th or 28th JUNE 2025
  • 05th or 19th JULY 2025
  • 02nd or 16th AUGUST 2025
  • 13th or 27th SEPTEMBER 2025
  • 11th or 25th OCTOBER 2025
  • 08th or 22nd NOVEMBER 2025
  • 13th or 27th DECEMBER 2025

Book Tapestry Weaving

  • €120 for individuals
  • €75 per person (groups of 2 – 4)
  • €50 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.