Rag Rugging Class - Half Day

Come and make a sunflower cushion by hand in this craft class.



3 hours Class size 1 to 12 guests       £50

Unwind with this satisfying textile art class guided by a talented teacher from Ragged Life. Pick up an impressive new skill and learn how to transform old clothes into a sustainable piece of DIY home decor.
Over three hours, you'll cover some rag rugging basics with loads of tips and tricks from your teacher. Dip your toe into the world of rag rugging and fall in love with the tactile design and relaxing process. You'll be learning in a laidback environment with all the materials you need and plenty of tea and biscuits too.
Although everything you need is provided, you are also welcome to bring any old clothes or fabric you have. The charm of rag rugging is the memories attached to old clothes, so bring anything sentimental you'd like to incorporate.
You will learn how to use rag rugging equipment, how to select and prepare materials and two types of ruggings (loopy and shaggy). You'll put this knowledge into practice by starting a small project in the class, usually, a sunflower cushion.
On the hunt for fun things to do for your team-building activity or hen party? Rag rugging is a unique way to get everyone together doing something social and eco-friendly.

Upcoming dates for Rag Rugging Class - Half Day

Times are London time. Dates and prices as of 4 Oct 2026, 1:36pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

1 upcoming date between 28 Feb 2027 and 28 Feb 2027.

  • Sun 28 Feb 2027, 10am-1pm
What you'll get
  • Includes all materials you need and you'll get to take home your project.
  • Refreshments.
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Knowledge required
None - perfect for absolute beginners. It is a very forgiving craft and so easy and quick to learn.
What to bring
Feel free to bring any old clothes or fabric you would like to use. (optional)
Location

Great Wymondley

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Recent reviews of Rag Rugging Class - Half Day

  • 5/5 from Susan Cross, attended Jun 2024: Lizzy was very welcoming into the lovely venue with offers of drinks and biscuits throughout the class. She explained that we were going to learn three techniques, which she demonstrated, while making a sunflower decoration on a useful tote bag. Lizzy also went to each person to make sure they were getting it right. The materials were easy to use and very suitable for the flower head. We were also offered other fabrics if we wanted them. Questions were asked about a variety of items on display and Lizzy gave a brief explanation about how they were made. We had the opportunity to purchase items at a discount. I thought the course was well run and good value.
  • 5/5 from Kathy Ballard, attended Nov 2023: Emily and teamaker (sorry we can't remember his name) were very welcoming and hospitable. We learnt loads and all came away very happy with our rag rugging achievements. Was a great venue. We all felt very relaxed and were able to celebrate our friend's birthday with prosecco and cake whilst working hard on our projects. Only downside was parking but most came by train. We loved it!
  • 5/5 from Anita Cook, attended Oct 2022: Thank you Elsie for showing me how to rag rug. This is such a fun and rewarding craft and I am so proud of what I have achieved already. Elsie, your an amazing tutor, I hope to see you again some time in the future :)
Your teacher

Ragged Life
Ragged Life

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Hi, I’m Elspeth, avid crafter and professional rag rugger (now that’s something I never thought I would say!). When I was 14 I was asked to make a costume for my school’s recycled fashion show. I’d grown up with my mum’s rag rugs all over the house and thought it would make the perfect medium for my outfit. Hours and hours and t-shirts and t-shirts later, I finished my costume. I won second prize for my efforts but decided that rag rug clothing wasn’t exactly the easiest place to start… a rug would do for my next project. That’s where my story began and I’ve been rag rugging ever since.
I founded my company “Ragged Life” in 2014 after noticing that more and more people were looking to get into rag rugging. I started out running workshops at weekends and in the evenings in London and Hertfordshire but as demand picked up I left my old job to rag rug full time. I’m now a published author, have appeared on national TV and am a regular in craft magazines.
I love spreading rag rug cheer by running workshops across the country as well as selling rag rug starter kits and making handmade commissions.

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