Tutor: Laura Thomas

Saturday 24 to Sunday 25 July 2027

Three End Leno Workshop

Two-Day Workshop

This workshop will introduce you to the exciting possibilities of the 3-end leno weave structure. This weave structure allows you to create very open fabrics with minimal warp, that is still very structurally sound. We have the added opportunity of cutting into this fabric to make our own chenille yarn.

‘Leno’ is to twist warp threads around themselves as part of the weave process. This workshop will teach you how to do this as a ‘loom-controlled’ process rather than finger-manipulated. We will learn how to make ‘doups’ to add to our looms to achieve this exciting weave structure. Participants will be encouraged to explore and experiment with weft yarn choices and weft colour ordering to create a range of technical samples.

About Laura Thomas

Laura Thomas is an established woven textile artist, designer and maker specialising in producing unconventional textiles for contemporary spaces.

Since her first experience of weaving in 1996, Laura has been thoroughly absorbed by its infinite scope for exploration and experimentation.  She has a first-class degree from Birmingham City University, an MA from the Royal College of Art and two research fellowships under her belt, all in the weave discipline.  Laura established her studio practice in South Wales in 2004 and has worked on an extremely diverse range of projects spanning public art, commercial textile design, curation, artist residencies and creating work for exhibition.  Laura ‘knows’ weaving inside out, back-to-front, and this expertise is her currency.

Course Costs: £260.00

Note: This payment includes a non-refundable £50 deposit.

Cancellation: refundable up to 3 months prior to the commencement, minus the £50 non-refundable deposit.

Reserve List: If a course is oversubscribed there may be a reserve list available – please contact us for details.

Accessibility: If you have any specific questions regarding the demands of the course please contact us prior to booking.

Infectious diseases: We take the well-being of our members and students very seriously. We ask that you do not attend a course at the Workshop if you test positive for Covid, have an infectious disease or have recently been in contact with someone who has.