Tween Farm to Fibres with Flo - 6 Week Course
6 x Fridays 9am-3pm (36hrs)
Starting 6th June
Description
A class for children in traditional textile making in this hands-on and inspiring 6-week course led by fibre artist Flo Perrett. Designed especially for tweens aged 8–14, this course explores the journey of wool from raw fleece to finished thread and beyond.
What's included in the price?
Participants will:
• Learn how to handle and clean raw fleece
• Try carding wool and preparing it for spinning
• Use drop spindles and spinning wheels to make yarn
• Experiment with natural dyeing using plant-based materials
• Explore simple weaving techniques on small looms
• Take home samples of their own fibre creations
With a focus on slow craft and mindful making, this course fosters creativity, patience and appreciation for where our materials come from. All materials provided. No prior experience needed—just curiosity and willing hands!
Cancellation policy
Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts
6 x Fridays 9am-3pm (36hrs)
Starting 6th June
Description
A class for children in traditional textile making in this hands-on and inspiring 6-week course led by fibre artist Flo Perrett. Designed especially for tweens aged 8–14, this course explores the journey of wool from raw fleece to finished thread and beyond.
What's included in the price?
Participants will:
• Learn how to handle and clean raw fleece
• Try carding wool and preparing it for spinning
• Use drop spindles and spinning wheels to make yarn
• Experiment with natural dyeing using plant-based materials
• Explore simple weaving techniques on small looms
• Take home samples of their own fibre creations
With a focus on slow craft and mindful making, this course fosters creativity, patience and appreciation for where our materials come from. All materials provided. No prior experience needed—just curiosity and willing hands!
Cancellation policy
Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts
6 x Fridays 9am-3pm (36hrs)
Starting 6th June
Description
A class for children in traditional textile making in this hands-on and inspiring 6-week course led by fibre artist Flo Perrett. Designed especially for tweens aged 8–14, this course explores the journey of wool from raw fleece to finished thread and beyond.
What's included in the price?
Participants will:
• Learn how to handle and clean raw fleece
• Try carding wool and preparing it for spinning
• Use drop spindles and spinning wheels to make yarn
• Experiment with natural dyeing using plant-based materials
• Explore simple weaving techniques on small looms
• Take home samples of their own fibre creations
With a focus on slow craft and mindful making, this course fosters creativity, patience and appreciation for where our materials come from. All materials provided. No prior experience needed—just curiosity and willing hands!
Cancellation policy
Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts
