Course overview

Running from September to July, this course offers a structured year of learning for weavers who want to deepen their practice. You will begin with a two-day introductory workshop to meet the group, discuss expectations for the year and explore the finer details of the course. From there, you will develop your own projects at home, returning to the studio at key points through the year to review progress, expand your skills and plan the next stage of your weaving.

What you will learn

Throughout the course, you will:

• Build confidence in designing and planning woven work.
• Learn how to dress a loom and prepare warps.
• Develop your understanding of yarns, weave structures and pattern reading.
• Explore notation and record-keeping for your woven samples.
• Create a personal library of samples to support future work.
• Progress from samples into larger, more ambitious projects.
• Receive feedback and guidance on your developing practice.

Course structure

The course is made up of studio sessions spread across the academic year, with time in between for independent weaving at home. Each studio day will focus on reviewing samples, discussing what has worked well, identifying any challenges and using that learning to plan a bigger project.

Between studio dates, there will also be catch-up sessions either in the studio or via FaceTime or Zoom, giving you the opportunity to talk through your progress and receive individual critique and support. You will also have access to a library of online videos to support you throughout the course.

Course Schedule - 2026/2027

• Thursday 10th & Friday 11th September: Initial 2-day workshop to meet the group, discuss the course and begin the first project.
• Thursday 8th October: Studio session to review samples and plan the next larger project.
• Thursday 10th December: Studio session to share woven work and discuss the next sample warps.
• Thursday 11th February: Studio session to review samples and develop the next larger project.
• Friday 16th April: Studio session to share woven work and plan further sample warps.
• Thursday 13th May: Studio session to review samples and discuss the final larger project.
• Thursday 8th & Friday 9th July: Final session, discussion of the final project and exhibition installation with private view.

Who it is for

This course is suitable for anyone who already has a loom at home and wants to build confidence and technical skill, or for those who are considering buying a loom and would like structured guidance before starting independently.

End of course outcome

By the end of the year, you will have developed the knowledge and confidence to weave independently at home, along with a body of samples and finished woven work that reflects your personal direction as a maker. The course will conclude with a small exhibition and private view, giving you the opportunity to celebrate your work with the group. You will also be presented with a Dobby & Rose Certificate upon completing the course.

Price

£2,250 for the academic year (Can be paid in instalments)

Yarn is included for the sample warps. Any further yarn for sample warps or planned projects will be purchased by the student.

Other materials, including notation records, are not included in the course fee and may be purchased through Rebecca.

If you are interested in booking or have some further questions, please do get in touch with Rebecca.