lark & bower
Have you always wanted to learn how to weave?
Sarah Ward, Founder of Lark & Bower offers a variety of online weaving workshops
including 'off-loom weaving', rock weaving, paper weaving and also darning and
visible mending.
'Off-Loom' weaving is essentially weaving without a loom, around found objects
like wood, tiles or rocks, using needle and thread.
It's brilliant for first time weavers, as it helps us to understand the basics
of woven structure, without the added complexity of the loom.
These workshops are suitable for all ages and all levels, from total beginner,
to seasoned weavers - so if you're thinking of taking up weaving, or just
looking for a new direction to take your craft, these workshops are a great
place to start!
The main focus of the workshop is the simple twill, and from there, we'll try a
dogtooth, and even a check! We'll play with colour, texture and pattern and
discover the magic of weaving. It's simpler than it looks!
As an environmental activist, the main focus of Sarah's work is to share
knowledge through craft. She uses her woven work to advocate weaving as an art
form, encouraging the learning and passing on of skills in traditional crafts,
keeping the ancient craft alive but also raising awareness about waste and the
impact of fast fashion on our planet.
