Experimental Frame Loom Weaving for Beginners Class

Learn how to make your own textiles and textures in this tapestry weaving class in London



3 hours Location Wapping Class size 1 to 13 guests   £80 (£80 per class surcharge applies for private classes)

In this engaging experimental tapestry weaving class in London, you’ll explore the ancient art of weaving through a contemporary lens, creating your own unique textile from scratch. Working on a simple frame loom, you’ll experiment with materials, texture, and pattern to produce a beautiful woven piece to take home and proudly display.
If you’re new to weaving, you’re very welcome here! This class is fully guided, relaxed, and designed to help you feel comfortable from the very start. Everything is explained step by step, with plenty of encouragement and space to experiment. If you have a bit of knowledge, you'll benefit from more tips, tricks and stitches to keep you inspired in this meditative craft.
What to expect:
  • Learn the basics stitches of frame loom weaving (plain weave, soumak, random weaving)
  • How to warp your loom and how to finish your piece off.
  • Experiment with a variety of materials and textures.
  • Explore decorative stitches and introductory tapestry techniques.
  • Take a playful, experimental approach rather than strict traditional rules.
  • Work in a calm, supportive, and creative environment.
  • Create a finished woven piece to take home!
  • Work with a variety of fibres and materials, some of them hand dyed with natural dyes by me.
The class lasts 4hs in total including 30mins lunch break. You could take an additional brake if needed.
By the end of the class, you’ll leave with a handmade woven artwork, a sense of calm from the meditative rhythm of weaving, and the confidence to continue exploring this versatile craft in your own time. It’s a soothing, creative experience that’s as much about the process as the finished piece.
Dates
I am flexible with timings. If the listed slots don’t quite work for you, please don’t be shy about asking for another date or time. Just let me know whether you’d like a private booking, or if you’d prefer me to open up a new time slot for others to join too.
Accessibility
Unfortunately, the building has some steps and at the moment there are no ramps available.
Photography
This workshop might be photographed, please contact me if you do not wish to appear on a photo. Thank you!

Please note: Public dates for this class require at least 3 guests to run. In the unlikely event that we don't reach this number, we may cancel the session; if that happens, we'll inform you and let you choose between a refund or reschedule, so please watch your email/SMS one day prior to the class.

Upcoming dates for Experimental Frame Loom Weaving for Beginners Class

Times are London time. Dates and prices as of 23 Oct 2026, 7:21am; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

1 upcoming date between 1 Nov 2026 and 1 Nov 2026.

  • Sun 1 Nov 2026, 1:30pm-4:30pm
What you'll get
  • You will go home with your own woven art piece or functional objects such as a bookmark or a coaster.
  • More advanced or quicker weavers might be able to weave a small bag.
  • You might receive a little present to carry on your weaving journey once home.
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Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly, also suitable for those who might have some experience weaving
What to bring
  • All materials and tools will be provided, but you're more than welcome to bring your own loom if you have one, as well as yarn, fabric scraps, and scissors if you want.
  • You might want to bring a small notepad to take some notes.
  • This class is 4hs in total including a 30mins lunch break. You could bring your packed lunch or go to some of the yummy nearby cafes.
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, birthday or hen do.

Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 10 years old).

An adult must accompany any attending kids, and must pay for a separate ticket.

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mum, Xmas gift or gift for couples.


FAQ

Do I need to bring a packed lunch?
Yes please! Weaving is a slow craft technique that takes sometime to grasp. For this class to be ore effective, we will work morning and afternoon, with an hour lunch break. There are a few restaurants nearby, however I'd recommend you to bring a packed lunch.
Could I bring my own materials to work with?
Materials will be included, however, you're more than welcome to bring your own yarn, fabric scraps or anything you feel might be 'weavable' to work with.
Location

Wapping

Exact location is masked for privacy. You'll automatically get the specific address after booking.

Your teacher can also travel within 8 miles of Wapping, to a venue of your choice for a private class.

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Recent reviews of Experimental Frame Loom Weaving for Beginners Class

  • 5/5 from Nora, attended Jul 2026: Loved learning about tapestry weaving with Renata. We had really a nice variety of yarn to work and experiment with and the class was relaxed, fun and engaging. Would reccommend!
  • 5/5 from Sarayu D Shah, attended Jul 2026: Renata was a fabulous teacher, with a wealth of experience in weaving techniques and showing how to get started from simple cardboard looms to threading up wooden looms. She was patient, inspiring and welcoming. I couldn't believe how the hours flew by and it was an extra bonus that on the day I had a one-to one with her so I was able to ask her lots of questions and get some lovely weaving practice in. I thoroughly recommend her and her workhshop was just what I was looking for. The beauty of it it is for everybody, from absolute beginners to those with more experience. Lovey experience all round.
  • 5/5 from Mary Olooney, attended Feb 2026: I so enjoyed the class. Renata met me where I was in Tapestry weaving and showed me many new weaves. She was welcoming encouraging and knowledgeable.
  • 5/5 from Orlanda Forrest, attended Feb 2026: Renata is a very skilled teacher and I felt supported through every step! She creates a welcoming atmosphere and I will definitely be attending again
  • 5/5 from Grace O'Leary, attended Feb 2026: I had a wonderful time at Renata’s, experimental loom weaving! I got to understand about the origins and history of the process, how to weave in a way that I can carry the process home utilise materials and objects I may have on hand! I throughly enjoyed this day and would highly recommend if looking to try something different. Renata has such a fun and calming presence
  • 5/5 from Adriana, attended Feb 2026: I have never done any textiles and had a great introduction to tapestry in this workshop. Teacher was calm, friendly and resourceful and the venue is also very cool! My experience was wonderful. Would reccomend.
  • 5/5 from Norah, attended Feb 2026: I am so happy I took this tapestry weaving class. The teacher was very open, fun and kind and we had a great varierty of materials to work with. At first I thought the class was going to be way too long, but actually time flyes when you’re in weaving mode! Thanks so much, Renata!
Your teacher

Natural Dyeing Laboratory
Natural Dyeing Laboratory

5.0 (46)
female Women-owned

I'm a visual artist and arts educator working with natural colour, textiles, clay, seeds, and flowers I gather myself. Since 2018, I've been designing and leading sustainable, hands-on workshops and mindful sessions for all kinds of groups: corporate teams looking for something genuinely different and engaging, hen parties wanting a fun creative afternoon, and people who just love making things and learning about plant dyes and fibres.
My sessions are grounded in mental health and well-being. I create spaces for play, fun and connection, where there's no right or wrong, just the pleasure of making something with your hands that you can take home at the end of the workshop.
Based in Wapping, I'm also happy to travel to your venue. Available for private bookings, team-building events, hen dos, and more.

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