Rug Hooking Workshops

Graham’s rug hooking workshops offer a creative and hands-on experience where participants learn the traditional craft of rug hooking. Conducted in a collaborative and supportive environment, covering all main aspects of this fibre art form.

They are suitable for all levels and all materials are supplied.

The art of Rug Hooking
Apr
5
to 6 Apr

The art of Rug Hooking

In this practical two-day workshop, you will be introduced to the art of rug hooking. Your tutor will demonstrate the entire process of creating your own hand-hooked rug, from repurposing used garments or waste fabrics to the technique of hooking through a hessian backing.

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Rug Hooking : Inspired by Nature
Jun
8
to 14 Jun

Rug Hooking : Inspired by Nature

Join Graham Hollick to learn all the skills required to make hand-hooked rugs and use them to bring your nature-inspired design to life. 

For reservations contact Shakerag through their website shakerag.org

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from collage to cushion
Jul
26
to 29 Jul

from collage to cushion

In this four-day long rug hooking course, you will learn all the skills required to make hand hooked textiles, from recycled clothing and fabrics. The technique traditionally used to create rugs lends itself to other kinds of home textiles and here your tutor will teach all the steps required to make a cushion with a hooked appliqué motif of your own design. As your tutor does for many of his own pieces, you will start by making a collage of your own inspiration which will serve as the design for your hooked piece.

Book here

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Creating hooked textiles inspired by the French Pyrenees
Sept
14
to 21 Sept

Creating hooked textiles inspired by the French Pyrenees

Throughout the week, you’ll have the chance to embark on inspiring excursions to the Pyrenees National Park, explore the historical tapestries at the Château de Pau, or take leisurely walks in the picturesque Clos Mirabel Park, infusing your work with the magic of the surroundings. book your course here.

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Hooked - Rug Hooking Retreat 2024 Canada
Apr
9
to 10 Apr

Hooked - Rug Hooking Retreat 2024 Canada

Hooked is a curated two-day luxury rug hooking retreat and a wonderful opportunity to explore new approaches to your own artistic practice while working alongside renowned contemporary textile artist and creative director, Graham Holllick.

Hollick will share his diverse knowledge through discussions and provide insight into his own process as inspiration for creative growth and exchange. The retreat will include an artist talk, on-site wool boutique, pop up exhibition and ample time to delve into your own work while enjoying all the amenities of the Hockley Valley Resort, a glamorous boutique resort located in the Hills of Headwaters, in the heart of Ontario’s most picturesque countryside.

Event Date: Tuesday April 9th – Wednesday April 10th 2024 sign up here

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Rug Hooking Workshop
Mar
24

Rug Hooking Workshop

Step into the world of captivating textiles as renowned textiles artist Graham Hollick invites you to indulge in a transformative rug hooking workshop. Ignite your creativity while acquiring valuable skills in this full-day, hands-on experience held at the vibrant London Textiles Studio. This workshop will be held at Ray Stitch in London.

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