Textilia offers a variety of workshops from taster adult workshops, to young people's workshops during school holidays.
I am always happy to accommodate adult bespoke workshops both in the studio or at private venues.
I have portable teaching looms that are ready warped for each workshop.
nurturing creative flair
We spend so much time in a fast and busy world.
Weaving is a very mindful craft and I often find that peolple enjoy the repetative order of weaving and find it quite a soothing experience, it offers a time to be in the moment and leave the bustle aside for a short time.
Weaving is a craft that all ages can enjoy. Grandparents to grandchildren can learn or revisit their learning together. It is relaxing and creative, calming yet can be vibrant and fun.
My workshops are very versatile. They take place in my teaching space at Textilia, Lion House, Muspole Street, Norwich. My studio is a calm and bright airy place to work in the heart of Norwich’s textile heritage area. On the other hand, because my teaching looms are so portable and compact I can easily bring my workshops to venues such as youth groups, schools, WI meetings, Crafting groups etc.*
*For 2026 I have made the decision to deliver all my workshops in my studio in Norwich. This is due to a change in circumstances for me but with the exception of school visits which I will always make a visit for.
Summer 2026/Autumn 2026 Workshops and Events
Gift Vouchers
Gift Vouchers are now available for purchase towards any workshop, one to one tuition or Textilia merchandise.
A perfect gift for someone who might enjoy discovering weaving or spinning.
Just email Julia : juliasymonds@hotmail.co.uk.
I can also now provide a digital voucher for those who need one.
Gift Vouchers will be available at any of the craft markets that Textilia will be taking part in 2025
Exciting News......
I'm also working on an online shop to sell some of my products.
A work in progress at present, but well on the way. More information soon..............
My shop is now live, either press the link button on my home page or go to www.textiliaweaveshop.co.uk
Further Techniques using Rigid Heddle Loom
This workshop is designed for people who have a Rigid Heddle Loom and wish to learn more about Design, Techniques and Colour.
It is a two day workshop, 10am until 4pm both days.
My looms will be set up for everyone to have a go at different techniques including log cabin, honeycomb, danish medallions, leno, weft floats and warp floats, pinwheel, hemstitching, and maybe try a bit of Krokbragd which will be set up to have a try ?
To keep costs low students will be asked to bring a packed lunch, but all hot/cold drinks will be provided and homemade cake and biscuits during the morning and the afternoon sessions .
At the close of the second day we will cut off all the samples for your porfolio and have a quick show and tell session.
Date: Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th September 2026
Cost: £170
Maximum places available: 6
Events and Fairs for Summer /Autumn 2026
Events and Fairs for this Year
Saturday 6th June 2026 -
Localmakersmarket - Shoe Factory, Norwich.
Saturday 5th September & Sunday 6th September 2026 - Thrigby Autumn Atrs Festival. Thrigby Wildlife Park.
Saturday 21st November 2026 - Letton Hall Christmas Fair.
Saturday 12th & Sunday 13th December 2026 -
Localmakersmarket - Shoe Factory Norwich
(to be confirmed)
For more information about these events please follow on social media
Instagram - textiliaweave
Facebook - Textilia
@localmakersmarket
@lettonhall
@autumnartsfestival
Drop-in weaving sessions. Friday mornings
Drop in sessions are on Friday mornings 10.30am - 2pm
These sessions are for weavers who wish to develop their weaving skills and have their own loom (or are in the process of getting a loom). It is a session of social weaving, warping and discussing ideas.
10th April 26
24th April 26
8th May 26
29th May 26
12th June 26
26th June 26
10th July 26
31st July 26
14th August 26
28th August 26
11th September 26
25th September 26
9th October 26
23rd October 26
13th November 26
27th November 26
4th December 26
It is essential to get in touch if you want to join these sessions as we have limited spaces at the moment and people come at different times . Please check by email.
Many thanks
Adult Taster Weaving Workshops 2025
These workshops are for ages 15 yrs upwards.
They are suitable for complete beginners and we will cover several techniques to help you bring texture and variety into your weaving.
The Ashford 10" Sampleit rigid heddle looms that you will use will be pre - warped and ready for you to weave on straight away.
Materials and equipment are included.
Tea, coffee, fruit teas and biscuits will be provided.
Time: 10am - 1pm for all sessions.
2026 Dates now added
Saturday 11th April 2026
Wednesday 15th April 2026
Wednesday 13th May 2026
Saturday 16th May 2026
Wednesday 3rd June 2026
Saturday 27th June 2026
Wednesday 8th July 2026
Saturday 11th July 2026
Wednesday 12th August 2026
Saturday 29th August 2026
Wednesday 9th September 2026
Saturday 10th October 2026
Wednesday 28th October 2026
Wednesday 11th November 2026
Saturday 14th November 2026
Cost for 2026 Taster Workshops £60
Weave a Christmas Tree
Date: Sunday 22nd November 2026
Time: 10.00am - 4.00pm
Cost : £95
Weave the fabric for two Festive Christmas Trees in the morning session of this workshop, using a rigid heddle loom.
After a light lunch which is included we will construct our trees and decorate with a felt star to crown the top.
All materials and equipment provided.
Suitable for beginners.
Age 16 years and above.
Cancellation Policy
Due to recently having a few very late cancellations I have decided it is necessary to have a cancellation policy in place.
In future if you cancel your workshop booking up to 48 hours before the day , I will offer you another date for your workshop or refund your money less 20% of cost, as it is unlikely I will fill the space.
However, please let me know if your reason for cancelling is ill health.
If you cancel your workshop with less than 48 hours notice , Im afraid I cannot refund, but I am happy to rebook another date on my website.
