Eco-weaving Foundation (Entry Level 3) 30/09/2026 – 02/12/2026
A 10-week free course given by Bridgend College at Blaengarw Workmen’s Hall, beginning 30th September
Times: Wednesdays 9:00-12:00
If you enjoy getting hands-on and want to turn old, unwanted fabrics into beautiful handmade crafts, this course is for you. Crafting with recycled materials is a wonderful way to relax, express your creativity, and pick up practical new skills. You might wonder if working with old textiles requires too much difficult manual effort, or whether crafting is the right hobby for you, but this course guides you through every step at a comfortable pace. It is completely focused on your personal enjoyment and the satisfaction of making something unique with your own hands.
Overview and modules
During this course, you will learn how to identify and source different types of textiles that are perfect for recycling. You will explore various ways these fabrics can be repurposed into creative craft items. The modules cover how to plan your projects from scratch, which includes choosing your materials, deciding on the final appearance, working out how to join the fabrics, and selecting the right equipment. Finally, you will bring your ideas to life by creating at least three distinct craft items and reflecting on how you could improve your finished work.
Sign up for the course here: https://www.bridgend.ac.uk/course-detail/ecoweaving-foundation-entry-level-3/ALC064C/ALC064C-26_27/
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Suitable for all ages
