Tapestry Weaving Experience Day 

Dovecot is a world-renowned tapestry studio in the heart of Edinburgh and a landmark centre for contemporary art, craft and design. Established in 1912, Dovecot continues a century-long heritage of collaboration with international artists to make exceptional and engaging works of art.

Dovecot Studios

Would you like to learn to weave in one of the world’s most famous tapestry studios? This Saturday workshop is a rare opportunity to spend time on the weaving floor of Dovecot Tapestry Studio.
Founded over 100 years ago, Dovecot has created some of the most high profile tapestries of the past decade in collaboration with outstanding international artists. Now you can become part of the wonderful Dovecot atmosphere during this one-day weaving experience. Aimed at absolute beginners, the workshop introduces the traditional materials of a cotton warp and wool weft as well as the basic skills involved in creating a woven tapestry, highlighting a range of weaving techniques. You will receive expert tuition from professional weaver Fiona Hutchison and at the end of the day you are invited to sit back and admire your hard work with a glass of Dovecot fizz.
Price: includes equipment* and glass of fizz
*The fee includes the tapestry yarn and use of equipment during the workshop. Should participants wish to acquire a tapestry frame, yarn and bobbins to continue their work at home these are available for sale on the day.
Participants will also receive a 10% in Dovecot Shop on the day of their workshop.

Dovecot Studios Ltd

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