Discover the art of weaving in this one-day workshop led by expert weaver and colour enthusiast, Theresa Sundt, and learn how to turn a handful of coloured fabrics into a uniquely vibrant and personal memento.
This inspiring and hands-on course offers a fresh approach to weaving, inviting you to bring along fabrics that hold special meaning for you, and transform these cherished pieces into something uniquely beautiful.
Whether it’s an old favourite shirt, a sentimental scarf, or pieces of material you simply adore, under Theresa’s expert guidance, you’ll learn the fundamentals of weaving and craft your chosen fabrics into a stunning creation with the opportunity to design and create either a bespoke shoulder bag or a unique plant pot cover.
This workshop will show you how to breathe new life into materials you treasure. Perfect for beginners or anyone looking for a fresh, creative outlet, this day promises inspiration, skill-building, and a creation you’ll love forever.
“I enjoyed this course so much – it was incredibly relaxing and meditative. Also, Theresa was such a joyous person, I loved her!!” Louisa
Theresa has a BA in Creative Arts and History of Art from the University of Haifa and the Mc Gill University in Montreal. She has a depth of the value of colour as a certified colour therapist, and also teaches the art of weaving and of colour in schools, retreats and international workshops. Theresa is patient and playful in her teaching trusting that everybody can express their inner beauty in a most artistic way.
You will be welcomed to the beautiful Pitfield Barn with refreshments before Theresa gives an introduction to weaving, exploring the different weaving techniques. Once you have decided whether you wish to create a bag or pot holder, you will cut the cloths you have selected, whether they be the ones you have bought with you or there will be extra fabrics available that you can use if you choose. The long strips of cloth will then be ready to be woven on a frame loom. Theresa, will demonstrate and support you to weave your fabric strips to create your unique piece.
Having enjoyed a Pitfield Barn lunch and tour of the flower fields as part of the day, into the afternoon Theresa will support you to remove your finished woven piece from the loom before demonstrating how to finish your bag or pot cover, adding backing fabric, a handle etc. At the end of the day, you can either take your creation home with you to machine stitch the fabric backing on, or Theresa can take it away and finish the piece off for you.
An explanation of the art of weaving
A demonstration on how to thread a frame loom
Exploration of the different techniques to create your piece
Inspiring woven samples and pictures to spark your imagination
“Lovely day. Brilliant instruction and great to finish my first weaving” Claire
– have enjoyed a fun colourful workshop
– have learned all about creating a weaving from scratch
– have an understanding on how to use colour in a design
– have created a finished woven piece ready to be turned into a bag or plant pot cover
– understand how to finish the piece at home to complete your ragbag for use (or Theresa can take this away and do this for you)
A tasty lunch and refreshments throughout the day
All equipment required for the day (although you are invited to bring your own fabrics to use if you would like to)
Use of a craft apron
A tour of the Pitfield Barn Flower Fields with the proprietor, Emma Martin
For lovers of colour and textiles!
For anybody who wants to learn a new rewarding craft and to get a closer relationship with colour.
No prior experience necessary
Theresa teaches in small, informal groups (max 9). The day is very hands-on, practical and relaxed.
Pitfield Barn Cut Flower Farm is a British cut flower farm, nestling in the Sussex countryside, close to the picturesque village of Hurstpierpoint.
Early Bird Ticket – £80
Standard Ticket – £90
Wednesday 7th May 2025
10.00am – 3.30pm
Pitfield Barn Cut Flower Farm, Chalkers Lane, Hurstpierpoint, BN6 9LR
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About 2 weeks before your course date you will receive another email giving directions and any joining instructions – please check your junk folder if you haven’t received anything.
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Tel: 01273 834 083
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