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Workshop

Textiles for Beginners

With Ruth Lewis-Jones

Sat 24 Jan 2026, 10.30am

Performing Arts Studio

£60 including materials (no concessions)

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Priority booking Wed 12 Nov, 11:00am

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On general sale Wed 19 Nov, 11:00am

This event is sold out. Please contact our box office on 0115 846 7777 to be added to the waiting list.

Running time

5 hours

Age range

Suitable for ages 18+

Coming soon
Sold out
Textiles for Beginners has sold out

Priority booking Wed 12 Nov, 11:00am

On general sale Wed 19 Nov, 11:00am

On general sale Wed 19 Nov, 11:00am

This event is sold out. Please contact our box office on 0115 846 7777 to be added to the waiting list.

Discover the art of appliqué and fabric collage in this playful introduction to decorative textiles.

Explore colour, texture, and composition in a relaxed, supportive setting – perfect for beginners looking to get creative with fabric.

Works by previous participants...

a photo of a bright pink fabric on a round frame with variously shaped colourful fabrics added on with applique method
a photo of a pale pink fabric on a round frame with squared shaped colourful fabrics and the letters forming the word PRIDE! added on with applique method
a photo of a black fabric on a round frame with variously shaped colourful fabrics added on to form a flying bird with applique method

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