Weaving by Hand


A beginner weaving course combining demonstrations with group and individual tuition to explore hand-weaving techniques, patterns and images.
About this course
The course introduces the terminology and skills of hand weaving through weekly demonstrations, alongside group and individual tuition. Learners explore techniques for constructing patterns and images, then apply them to woven pieces such as wall hangings, mats and other artworks.
What you'll learn
- Use the terminology associated with hand weaving
- Apply hand-weaving techniques to create patterns and images
- Transform yarn or cloth into woven pieces
- Create wall hangings, mats or other woven artworks
Is this course right for you?
The course is intended for complete beginners. Teaching combines demonstrations with group and individual tuition, allowing learners to take part in shared sessions while receiving individual guidance.
Before you go
- Frame looms are used initially.
- The course works with yarn and/or cloth.
Class teacher
Alan Oliver
Class teacher
Where this course runs
- Selected class
2 Penrose Gardens, Hampstead, London NW3 7BF
Hampstead, London NW3 7BF
Nearest station: Hampstead Studios
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Upcoming classes
2 classes
Selected date
Fri 6 Nov 2026
10:00 – 13:00 • 6 weeks
£410
2 Penrose Gardens, Hampstead Studios
Other available dates
| Starts | Schedule | Length | Teacher | Venue | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6 Nov 2026 Fridays | 10:00 - 13:00 | Short course6 weeks | AlanOliver | 2 Penrose GardensHampstead, London NW3 7BF | £410.00 | Book now |
8 Jan 2027 Fridays | 10:00 - 13:00 | Short course12 weeks | AlanOliver | 2 Penrose GardensHampstead, London NW3 7BF | £410.00 |
Fri 8 Jan, 10:00 - 13:00
12 weeks12 weeksFri 10:00£410AlanOliver2 Penrose Gardens

