Weaving retreats
Unwind, learn new skills and explore!
Weaving on our 85 year old Hattersley loom and wooden Glimakra floor loom, other crafts, island exploration and relaxation
- self-catering accommodation provided including full use of sauna (breakfast and dinner not included),
- lunches of homemade soup, bread and cake are included on days at the studio
- transport to and from accommodation/studio and on arrival/departure included and excursions out
- maximum four guests on any retreat, if booking solo please be aware the rooms and bathroom are shared
- for larger groups please contact to discuss booking other nearby accommodation too
7 Day Retreats
(8 nights)
Fully immerse yourself
Day 1 Arrival; collection from ferry or airport terminal and settle into accomodation
Day 2;
Learn how we set up the loom to weave a new tweed. Discuss how to design a tweed and the colour selection. Watch while we wind the warping frame and learn how to make the all important cross. Learn how to chain off and have a go at creating the chain.
Day 3;
Wind the new warp onto the loom and then learn how to tie-in. With 696 knots there's plenty of practice! Start learning how to weave depending on how long the tying-in takes
Day 4;
Take turns weaving on the Hattersley loom and spend some time with the Glimakra loom, discuss how we set it up, then try out weaving. Group can be split between the looms
Day 5; Excursion day! Tailored to where the guests want to visit or I can suggest a tour based on interests. You could visit other weavers, the Harris Gin Distillery, Callanish Stones etc.
Day 6;
Take turns weaving on the Hattersley and try out other craft activities of choice e.g. sewing/spinning etc.
Hand finish some of the tweed woven by the guests and set to dry!
Day 7; excursion day!
Day 8;
Morning; Create a keepsake with the tweed you wove!
Afternoon; downtime or activity as per guests wishes
Day 9; transport back to ferry or airport
£1995 pp
all flexible to guests requirements, additional meters of the tweed can be purchased and posted back to guests
Available dates;
November 22nd - 30th 2025
February 7th - 15th 2026
Obviously with the retreats being held in the winter there are risks of transport delays due to weather. I have left plenty of time on either side of the dates to accommodate weather delays, so if folks are delayed arriving we can move the days back and if folks can't leave, don't worry we won't kick you out! Just be aware this could happen and factor in contingency plans to your travel plans.
4 Day Retreats
(5 nights)
Weaving and Creating
Day 1;
Arrival; collection from airport or ferry and settle in at accommodation
Day 2;
Morning/Afternoon; Split into two groups morning on one loom and afternoon on the other. Discuss how we set up the Hattersley loom and how we design our tweeds. Take turns learning how to weave on the Hattersley loom! Spend some time with the Glimakra loom, discuss how we set it up, then try out weaving.
Day 3;
Take turns weaving on the Hattersley/ Glimakra or doing another craft of your choice
Day 4;
Morning; Excursion - tailored to where the guests want to visit or I can suggest a tour based on interests. You could visit other weavers, the Harris Gin Distillery, Callanish Stones etc.
Afternoon; take turns weaving on the Hattersley, doing another craft activity or downtime
Day 5;
Morning; Optional Excursion, weaving or other craft activity
Afternoon; take turns weaving on the Hattersley, doing another craft activity or downtime
Take a piece of the tweed you wove on the Hattersley home with you with instructions how to hand-finish it at home
Day 6;
Transport back to ferry/airport
£1595 pp
all flexible to guests requirements, additional meters of the tweed can be purchased and posted back to guests
Available Dates:
December 8th - 13th
February 23rd -28th
Obviously with the retreats being held in the winter there are risks of transport delays due to weather. I have left plenty of time on either side of the dates to accommodate weather delays, so if folks are delayed arriving we can move the days back and if folks can't leave, don't worry we won't kick you out! Just be aware this could happen and factor in contingency plans to your travel plans.
Accomodation
Tweedy comfort!
Bedroom 1; downstairs, with either a king-size bed or two twin beds, TV, chest of drawers, wardrobe, feature decorative fireplace and original artworks
Bedroom 2; upstairs, with two twin beds, chest of drawers and hanging hooks, antique furniture and original artworks
Living room; upstairs, with a feature decorative fireplace, comfy three seater couch, armchair, TV, upcycled loom beam lamp, desk and chair, original artworks and plenty of textiles!
Stairs; upcycled driftwood light feature, window seat for cosy reading nook
Kitchen/Diner; four seater dining table with feature driftwood light fixture, upcycled vintage sideboard kitchen unit, antique furniture, induction hob, oven, sink, fridge, microwave, kettle, toaster, window seat and lots of textiles and art everywhere!
Bathroom; downstairs, walk-in shower, toilet, sink, freestanding bath, heated lit-up mirror, handmade accessories and art
Sauna room; a four person sauna with changing area and additional shower! (separate entrance to main house)
Utility room; washing machine, tumble dryer, drying rack, iron / ironing board, sink (separate entrance to main house)
Obviously with the retreats being held in the winter there are risks of transport delays due to weather. I have left plenty of time on either side of the dates to accommodate weather delays, so if folks are delayed arriving we can move the days back and if folks can't leave, don't worry we won't kick you out! Just be aware this could happen and factor in contingency plans to your travel plans.