Weaving Workshop for Beginners

Try your hand at weaving at this relaxed workshop in London.



6 hours Class size 1 to 6 guests       £150

Discover the meditative craft of shaft loom weaving in this intimate workshop designed especially for beginners. You'll learn the foundations of weaving while creating your own unique textile piece, working with pre-warped looms and choosing from a carefully curated selection of beautiful yarns in an array of colours.
Even if you're a complete beginner, this gentle introduction to weaving offers a supportive environment where you can explore at your own pace. As you work with the rhythmic motion of the loom, you'll find yourself naturally settling into this ancient craft. Your experienced tutor, Charlotte, brings 30 years of weaving wisdom and almost 20 years of teaching expertise to guide you through each step.
What you'll learn:
  • How to operate a shaft loom confidently
  • Basic weaving techniques and patterns
  • Colour selection and combination principles
  • Essential weave structures
By the end of this enlightening activity, you'll have gained a solid foundation in weaving techniques and created your own distinctive textile piece - opening the door to a whole new world of creative possibilities.

Upcoming dates for Weaving Workshop for Beginners

Times are London time. Dates and prices as of 13 Oct 2026, 5:54pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

5 upcoming dates between 21 Nov 2026 and 17 Apr 2027.

  • Sat 21 Nov 2026, 10am-4pm
  • Sat 9 Jan 2027, 10am-4pm
  • Sat 27 Feb 2027, 10am-4pm
  • Sat 20 Mar 2027, 10am-4pm
  • Sat 17 Apr 2027, 10am-4pm
What you'll get
Attendees will get an understanding of the process of weaving and take home the piece they have woven. All materials are included. Tea and coffee are provided.
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Knowledge required
No previous knowledge needed.
What to bring
Everything is provided.
Location

Deptford

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Recent reviews of Weaving Workshop for Beginners

  • 5/5 from Nicola Tarbet, attended Apr 2026: A great introduction to weaving in a relaxed atmosphere. I learned techniques I never imagined and an understanding of the possibilities of weaving. With thanks to Charlotte for an informative and practical day.
  • 5/5 from Joanna Zenghelis, attended Feb 2026: This is an excellent day course for complete beginners in weaving. I left with a sample of what I had made, feeling very inspired and informed at the end of it. Charlotte shared her expertise and knowledge of weaving, explaining the difference between looms, and the various techniques and showing us examples to give us an idea of the infinite possibilities of this wonderful creative tool.
  • 5/5 from Bryony Pearson, attended Dec 2025: Spent a lovely day weaving! A good combination of hands-on and theory. Charlotte was lovely and welcoming and shared her weaving expertise in a way that was easy to follow and completely fascinating. The studio was cosy and warm and full of looms and yarn and mince pies and tea and coffee and good cheer. A gorgeous way to spend a Saturday in December!
  • 5/5 from Siena Pamphilon, attended Dec 2025: The loveliest workshop! Charlotte was an excellent teacher, extremely knowledgeable and had the best way of explaining things! Great set up, went home very happy. Will recommend to anyone looking for a cozy weekend activity. Thank you Charlotte!
  • 5/5 from Antanina Vertsinskaya, attended Aug 2025: We had a great time learning how to weave! I liked the relaxed atmosphere and plenty of freedom to experiment with materials and techniques! Big thanks, I greatly enjoyed it!
  • 5/5 from Mary Olooney, attended Aug 2025: The class was well organized and the time flew by. We went home with sample weavings. Charlotte shared many examples of weaving styles and inspirations. I recommend the class.
  • 5/5 from Petra Verlinden, attended May 2025: Very nice introduction to weaving on an 8 shaft loom. No set up included so it’s a nice way to get a sense of what weaving on a table loom is like. Plenty of different types of thread provided to test out, too.
  • 5/5 from Patricia Roberts, attended Mar 2025: It was a privilege to be introduced to weaving by Charlotte. She has deep knowledge and expertise, developed over a lifetime of practice, and she genuinely enjoys introducing new people to her craft. I had never touched a loom before, but felt very welcome. I got to ask every question under the sun, and came away having learned so much. Thank you!
  • 5/5 from Becky Aston, attended Feb 2025: A great class! Charlotte was so knowledgeable and was very generous in offering advice according to my needs and interests. I feel lucky to have discovered the class!
Your teacher

Charlotte Grierson
Charlotte Grierson

5.0 (9)
female Women-owned

I studied weave design, gaining my degree in the early 1990's and later went on to get an MA in textile arts. I enjoy the process, starting with a collection of threads through to seeing the weaving grow on the loom. There are so many options with shaft weaving and I love experimenting with a range of materials and weave structures.
I have been teaching for almost 20 years. I love introducing students to the craft of weaving and then seeing them grow in experience, knowledge and confidence.

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