Felt is amazing. It is the world’s oldest fabric and it is strong, warm and beautiful. Felt-making begins with loose wool fibres and these are magically turned into fabric by adding water and soap and by working it with our hands. The possibilities are endless and the Mahoe Hills’ studio is full of inspiring examples.… [read more]
Mosaics
With mosaics, even as an absolute beginner, you can create great results. In this workshop we will explore ideas, learn about different techniques and materials. You will be designing, glueing and grouting an item. There is a choice of making a planter, stepping stone, house number or mirror.
Half day workshops by arrangement
Half day creative workshop or ‘Crafternoon’ Tea In half a day you can make a felted cushion or book cover or a small bag. Mosaicing a picture frame or a pot stand is another possibility. Our purpose-build studio is a creative and inspiring space and there are lots of projects you can choose from. We… [read more]
Eco-dyeing
You will learn how to use a variety of accessible garden plants to create wonderful colours and patterns on fabric. We will be dyeing wool, alpaca fibre and natural fabrics.