Workshops
Teaching is an important part of my creative practice and I offer a range of workshops in my central Edinburgh studio. From beginners workshops to master classes, artist mentoring and private tuition. A teaching fellow at Edinburgh University, I also run workshops for Dovecot Studio, West Dean and Weavers Bazaar. If you would like to discuss organising a workshop for your group, please get in touch.
Gartmore House. Introduction to tapestry weaving 14th -19th September 2025 ( +dates for 2026)
Next workshop 14th - 19th September 2025 Dates for 2026 are already in the diary February 15th – 20th 2026 March 29th – 3rd April 2026 June 21st - 26th 2026 October 18th – 23rd 2026 For more information and booking at Gartmore House Gartmore House. Nestled within the...
Introduction to studio practice October 2025 – June 2026
Introduction to studio practice Introduction to Studio Practice is of a part time study program which offers students the opportunity to build their creative and technical skills in tapestry weaving. Now in its 7th year it is designed for weavers who have completed a...
Introduction to tapestry weaving. 27th -28th September 2025 & 17th – 18th January 2026
Introduction to tapestry weaving. 27th - 28th September 2025 & 17th 18th January 2026 About your course This weekend workshop will introduce you to the basic skills involved in creating a woven tapestry, from warping up a simple frame loom to exploring flat...
Shape Shifting – creating a shaped tapestry. 1st – 2nd November
Shape Shifting - creating a shaped tapestry. 1st - 2nd November 2025 About your course Tapestry weaving is very versatile medium and can be manipulated in many ways. Leave the square or rectangular format behind and learn how to pull and manipulate your weaving to...
A Splash of Colour 7th – 8th February 2026
A Splash of Colour Date 7th – 8th February 2026 About your course This workshop will introduce you to the joy of working with colour in tapestry weaving. Yarn blending produces deep, rich, shimmering colours and when cleverly used can create the illusion of...
Tapestry Texture. 7th – 8th March 2026
Tapestry Texture 7th – 8th March 2026 About your course Explore a range of techniques that can create surface and texture in tapestry weaving. Whether it is in the subtle surfaces created by varying the warp setting and weft thickness, or the richness of tufting,...
Booking a tapestry workshop Terms and Conditions
Full T and C for workshops in studio 114 Payments - Payments and a completed booking form are required to secure a place on any course/workshop. There is a 48 hours grace period, during which time a full refund can be obtained. After this no refund is given, however...
Your Tutor
I trained in the Tapestry Department of Edinburgh College of Art, graduating with a 1st...