Colourful Weaving - Threads 2026

You will create your own pair of pot holders or coffee mug rugs or plant pot mats, it's up to you how you will use your gorgeous weaving.

You will create your own individual outcome as you will design your own pattern and be able to select from a large range of colourful cotton loops to use within your work.

There will be lots of inspiration and ideas to help you as well as group demonstrations and one to one support throughout.

You don't need to bring anything with you. The looms, additional equipment as well as enough cotton loops to make two bespoke outcomes will be provided for use within the workshop. You will go home with two woven outcomes.

Please note - we will not be using the large dobby looms within the weaving shed for this session. We will be working on small square frames.

About your tutor

Agnis Smallwood has been working with us at Sunny Bank Mills for over 4 years. She is a Designer Maker Researcher and Educator who loves to make, create and teach. Agnis has a passion for textiles and specialises in weave. She is based in Leeds, Yorkshire and can always be found making, both independently and often collaboratively.

Previous workshop participants have said: “Teacher was delightful”, “Thank you for such an interesting and eye opening day”, “We covered everything in a logical methodical way, to be able to create a piece by the end, excellent communication throughout.” “Knowledgeable, clear, enthusiastic teacher, what more could you need!”

About our Threads Textile Festival

This workshop is taking place as part of Sunny Bank Mills' annual celebration of the art of textiles; featuring a series of workshops, new exhibitions, talks and Textile fair. This year’s Threads Festival will take place across the site of Sunny Bank Mills on Saturday 16th – Sunday 17th May.

Find out more about our Threads Textile Festival weekend on our website.

See the full Threads Textile Festival workshop collection.

About the venue

Sunny Bank Mills is an inspirational cultural destination in the heart of the local community of Farsley, Leeds. Founded in 1829, these glorious Mills are being regenerated by the sixth generation of the family owners, creating a wonderful blend of work, leisure and culture.

Course terms and booking conditions

Workshop and course bookings can be cancelled and refunded up until 7 days before the scheduled start date. As materials and equipment are ordered in advance, we regret that refunds cannot be offered less than 7 days before the workshop date. Please note that Eventbrite’s booking fee is non-refundable. If we need to cancel the course for any reason your ticket will be fully refunded.

Accessibility

The venue of this workshop is within our Weaving Shed, which is accessed via a flight of stairs or a wheelchair accessible lift via the Mending Rooms and Twisting Studios.

There are accessible toilets on the ground of the venue. We will have attendants on hand to offer assistance throughout the day. If you have any queries prior to your booking, please email [email protected].

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