Workshops
Workshops
Friends & Family Christmas Fabric Wreath Workshops
This festive period is certainly going to be different to previous years but that doesn’t mean it still can’t be filled with creative fun and time with loved ones.
This year you can join my popular fabric wreath workshop from the comfort of your own homes with a private Christmas workshop for your friends and family. You will learn the skills needed to create your very own hand tied fabric wreath, using a variety of different fabrics, before adding the finishing touches with some Christmas baubles.
Christmas kits can either be sent directly to each person taking part in the workshop or all kits can be sent to one address for you to distribute. All the materials for the workshop will be enclosed in each kit and any additional equipment that is needed will be easily found within the home, I.e. a pair of scissors. Participants will then be given log in details for joining the Zoom workshop.
Through the 2 hour live Zoom workshop you will be given demonstrations as well as support with any specific questions or queries! This is the perfect way to be creative this Christmas, whilst catching up with friends and family.
The bonus of joining a workshop over zoom is that you can do it with friends and family that may live further away and despite any future changes in restrictions the workshop will still take place.
This workshop is £35.00 per person (minimum number of 5 people to take part) with a choice of Red/Green/White or Navy Blue/White/Gold wreath kit. If this sounds like something you would like to do then please do get in touch either via the contact form or via email: mail@agnissmallwood.co.uk
Business Christmas Fabric Wreath Workshops
This festive period is certainly going to be very different to previous years. It is also going to mean reimagining Christmas parties and thank you’s to employees.
How about joining with colleagues for a festive Christmas Wreath workshop via Zoom. You will learn the skills needed to create your very own hand tied fabric wreath, using a variety of different fabrics, before adding the finishing touches with some Christmas baubles.
Each participant would receive their own kit sent either directly to their front door or all the kits could be sent to one address for you to distribute. The kit includes everything you need for the workshop, apart from standard items found around the house, I.e. scissors. Participants will then be given log in details for joining the Zoom workshop. The bonus of planning the workshop over zoom is despite any future changes in restrictions the workshop will still be able to take place.
In this 2 hour workshop you will be given demonstrations as to how to complete your fabric tied wreath as well as plenty of opportunities to ask questions and have individual support. This workshop is perfect for everyone, no previous knowledge required just creative enthusiasm.
This workshop is £35.00 per person (minimum number of 5 people to take part) with a choice of Red/Green/White or Navy Blue/White/Gold wreath kit. If your business or department would like to have a creative Christmas workshop this year, then do get in touch either by filling in the contact form or emailing: mail@agnissmallwood.co.uk
UPDATE: Workshops in November 2020
Unfortunately in person workshops are currently suspended again due to the second lockdown in England.
If you were due to attend a workshop during this period, the venue that was hosting the workshop will be in contact with further details. Some workshops have been cancelled, some postponed and others are moving to Zoom to enable them to continue. Thank you for your patience whilst these changes are implemented. Agnis
Workshops are a bit different but they are still filled with lots of creativity and fun! Below is a quick overview of what to expect:
Before the Workshop
Please bring a face covering
Please bring as few belongings as possible
Please only come to the workshop if you are feeling well
At the Workshop
Please wear a face covering unless exempt
Please sanitise your hands on entering
Please observe social distancing
Workshop groups will be smaller if needed in a venue
Please follow written or verbal guidance throughout the workshop
You will be asked to leave your details for NHS Track and Trace
Please have lots of fun!
Thank you for making the workshop a happy and safe place for everyone!
For more details about how I will be working with venues to ensure that risks are mitigated. Please click here.
Many of the workshops and projects I deliver are for individual organisations, schools or communities. However here you can find all my public workshops that are open to everyone. I look forward to meeting you at one of them soon.
Thank you so much for the workshop you gave yesterday, I thoroughly enjoyed the day and felt that I had achieved something. Your expertise and manner both helped me to feel at ease in a world that I would not normally find myself in, so thank you. A great day.
2020 WORKSHOPS
Christmas Fabric Wreath Workshop
Create your very own stunning fabric wreath, to put up year after year. Learn how to create your own hand tied Christmas wreath, whilst choosing from a wide selection of fabrics. With lots of different textured and coloured fabric on offer, this provides plenty of opportunity for creating your very own bespoke design, before adding the finishing touches with some Christmas baubles.
Friday 27th November 2020 18:30 – 21:00 – This workshop is now via Zoom.
For more information as well as how to book, please visit here.
Tuesday 1st December 2020 18:30 – 21:00 – This workshop is now via Zoom.
For more information as well as how to book, please visit here.
Friday 11th December 2020 18:30 – 21:00
For more information as well as how to book, please visit here.
Chirpy, Chapel Allerton, Leeds
Needle Felted Christmas Decoration
Learn how to needle felt your very own Christmas Bauble to display on your tree with pride or give as a gift. You will learn the skills needed to needle felt as well as how to apply decoration to create unique and special decorations this Christmas.
Friday 4th December 2020 18:30 – 21:00
Chirpy, Chapel Allerton, Leeds
For more information as well as how to book, please visit here.
Wreath Workshop
Spend the session making your very own fabric wreath. There will be a wide selection of material available to use including a variety of colours and textures. You will learn the skills needed to create your very own hand tied wreath using fabric before adding the finishing touches with some Christmas baubles. This wreath is perfect for displaying again and again at home.
Saturday 5th December 2020 13:00 – 16:00
The Art House, Wakefield
For more information, please visit here.
Christmas Bauble Workshop - Needle Felting
Enjoy a morning learning to make your own Christmas Baubles. You will learn the technique of needle felting to allow you to create your own special decorations this Christmas. Perfect for displaying on your own tree or giving as a gift to a loved one.
Saturday 12th December 2020 10:00 – 12:30
The Sewing Sanctuary, Harrogate
For more information as well as how to book, please visit here.
2021 WORKSHOPS
There are lots of great workshops to look forward to next year.
Woven Wall Hanging Workshop
Create your very own woven wall hanging to decorate your home. Learn how to combine different techniques and skills along with exciting colour and yarn combinations to create your own unique woven masterpiece!
Friday 12th February 2021 18:30 – 21:00
Chirpy, Chapel Allerton, Leeds
For more information, please visit here.
Drop Spindle Spinning Workshop
Learn to spin on a drop spindle. This workshop is perfect for those who love the idea of being able to introduce their own bespoke spun elements into their craft projects. You will learn how to spin on a drop spindle as well as how to use the Andean plying method to ply your spun yarn together. Throughout this day workshop you will use natural fibres in a range of different colours allowing you to design and create your own hand spun yarn. You will have the opportunity to create your own unique colour palette, allowing you to explore colour and how they work together when combined. No need to bring anything along as everything will be provided!
This workshop is aimed at beginners with no previous spinning experience and will focus on learning the skills and techniques needed to spin on a drop spindle as well as ply your spun yarn together. Some dexterity is needed for this workshop. Please note that you will be leaving the class with skills and knowledge for you to continue this new craft at home. You will also leave with some spun yarn on this beginners workshop but not enough for your next large knitting project
Friday 19th February 2021 10:30 – 16:30
Just Makers, Ripley
For more information, please visit here.
Weaving on Looms at Sunny Bank Mills - Folded Purse
Enjoy a day learning to weave. A fun introduction to the basics of weaving on a loom whilst also producing your own folded purse. The looms will be set up and warped for you ahead of the workshop, meaning that you get to enjoy a whole day just weaving. The workshop will enable you to weave sufficient fabric to create a folded purse.
You will be in a small class, giving you plenty of time to ask questions and receive 1 to 1 as well as group support throughout the workshop. You will have the opportunity to choose from a range of yarns, different thicknesses and colours to create your very own bespoke design.
Saturday 20th February 2021 10:00 – 16:00
Sunny Bank Mills, Farsley
For more information, please visit here.
Weaving on Looms at Sunny Bank Mills - Beginner's Weaving Course
A 5 week course for those who would like to explore and develop their weaving more. You may be a complete beginner or have done a peg loom weaving course or woven on a rigid heddle loom but are keen to develop your skills. Looms will already be set up and warped so there is plenty of time to concentrate on weaving! Each of the 6 looms will be set with a different pattern so that you can explore a different technique, (e.g. plain weave, twill) by rotating around.
You will spend the first three weeks exploring different weave patterns whilst learning about your loom.
The final two weeks will be dedicated to weaving your own final project, this could be a table runner, cushion cover or scarf for example. With support you will be guided as to how to achieve your designed outcome.
At the end of the course you will take home a range of samples, as well as one final finished item.
Every Friday beginning 26th February 2021 for 5 weeks 10:00 – 13:00
Sunny Bank Mills, Farsley
For more information, please visit here.
Rag Rug Brooch Workshop
Create your very own brooch using a rag rug technique. Discover how to cut and recycle your favourite fabrics to create a unique outcome. All materials provided.
Saturday 6th March 2021 Time TBC
The Sewing Sanctuary, Harrogate
Booking information arriving soon.
Weaving on Looms at Sunny Bank Mills - Beginner's Weaving Course
A 5 week course for those who would like to explore and develop their weaving more. You may be a complete beginner or have done a peg loom weaving course or woven on a rigid heddle loom but are keen to develop your skills. Looms will already be set up and warped so there is plenty of time to concentrate on weaving! Each of the 6 looms will be set with a different pattern so that you can explore a different technique, (e.g. plain weave, twill) by rotating around.
You will spend the first three weeks exploring different weave patterns whilst learning about your loom.
The final two weeks will be dedicated to weaving your own final project, this could be a table runner, cushion cover or scarf for example. With support you will be guided as to how to achieve your designed outcome.
At the end of the course you will take home a range of samples, as well as one final finished item.
Every Thursday beginning 29th April 2021 for 5 weeks 10:00 – 13:00
Sunny Bank Mills, Farsley
For more information, please visit here.
Weaving on Looms at Sunny Bank Mills - Cushion Cover
A fun introduction to the basics of weaving on a loom whilst also producing your own rectangular cushion cover top. The looms will be set up and warped for you ahead of the workshop, meaning that you get to enjoy a whole day just weaving. The course will enable you to weave sufficient fabric to either make, the front of a cushion cover, a full simple cushion or enough fabric to applique onto an existing cover. Please note that there will not be time within the workshop to complete your cushion cover – a nice project for when you are at home.
You will be in a small class, maximum of 6, giving you plenty of time to ask questions and receive 1 to 1 as well as group support throughout the workshop. You will have the opportunity to choose from a range of yarns, different thicknesses and colours to create your very own bespoke design.
Saturday 29th May 2021 10:00 – 16:00
Sunny Bank Mills, Farsley
For more information, please visit here.
Drop Spindle Spinning Workshop
Learn to spin on a drop spindle. This workshop is perfect for those who love the idea of being able to introduce their own bespoke spun elements into their craft projects. You will learn how to spin on a drop spindle as well as how to use the Andean plying method to ply your spun yarn together. Throughout this day workshop you will use natural fibres in a range of different colours allowing you to design and create your own hand spun yarn. You will have the opportunity to create your own unique colour palette, allowing you to explore colour and how they work together when combined. No need to bring anything along as everything will be provided!
This workshop is aimed at beginners with no previous spinning experience and will focus on learning the skills and techniques needed to spin on a drop spindle as well as ply your spun yarn together. Some dexterity is needed for this workshop. Please note that you will be leaving the class with skills and knowledge for you to continue this new craft at home. You will also leave with some spun yarn on this beginners workshop but not enough for your next large knitting project
Friday 3rd September 2021 10:30 – 16:30
Just Makers, Ripley
For more information, please visit here.
Peg Loom Weaving - Woven Cushion Cover Top
This workshop is perfect for beginners and you will be supported as you create your own unique cushion top design. I will guide you from the initial design stage and the selection of materials through to the setup and hand weaving process. You will weave your very own unique piece of fabric to take home with you.
– Explore different coloured yarns and textures
– Both man-made and natural materials.
– Learn how to warp up the loom.
– Learn how to weave on the loom.
– Try a range of different techniques to use within your piece of work.
Please note there will not be time within the workshop to sew your woven cushion top into a final cushion, you will leave with a square piece of fabric to then sew at home later.
Friday 17th September 2021 10:00 – 16:00
ArtisOn, Masham, North Yorkshire
For more information as well as how to book, please visit here.
