We're very excited to bring Annie Gambrill to Leitrim this summer to facilitate 4 workshops over 4 weeks as part of our summer workshop series. Annie is an experienced teacher with a unique vision as an ambassador for heritage crafts and teacher dedicated to the preservation and revival of traditional textile skills. Her practice under the name of 'Gambrill & Lam' grows directly from the land she works in Mayo, grounded in an intimate understanding of fibre as a living material.
We were hugely impressed with Annie when she came along to one of our networking and training events. Her enthusiasm and unique approach and knowledge in heritage crafts got us thinking about ways of how we can work with her and how we could share her skills with the Leitrim Community. She really inspired this summer series of workshops, so we're very excited to see them take place under her guidance.
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Wednesday 17th June
Natural Dye Workshop - 10.30am – 4.30pm
Delve into the subtle beauty of natural dyeing using plants gathered from the garden. Explore the colour potential of leaves, bark, roots and cones as you create a nuanced spectrum of tones on fabric and yarn. This workshop blends traditional knowledge with a contemporary appreciation for sustainable practice.
Wednesday 24th June
Hand Spinning on Traditional Spinning Wheels - 10.30am – 4.30pm
Experience the quiet elegance of hand spinning using traditional spinning wheels. With fine Irish wool, discover the harmonious rhythm between hand and wheel as raw fibres are transformed into beautifully spun yarn. This workshop offers both a technical foundation and an appreciation of a time-honoured craft.
Wednesday 1st July Day 1
Rigid Heddle Loom Weaving - 10.30am – 4.30pm
Immerse yourself in the art of weaving on a pre-warped rigid heddle loom. Working with beautiful Irish wool in a rich palette of colours and textures, you will create a unique, handwoven textile while gaining a deep understanding of this versatile and meditative craft.
Wednesday 8th July Day 2
Rigid Heddle Loom Weaving - 10.30am – 4.30pm
Immerse yourself in the art of weaving on a pre-warped rigid heddle loom. Working with beautiful Irish wool in a rich palette of colours and textures, you will create a unique, handwoven textile while gaining a deep understanding of this versatile and meditative craft.
