Leitrim Design House is thrilled to welcome Annie Gambrill to Leitrim to facilitate four workshops over four weeks as part of their 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.
All workshops are €10 and include tea or coffee. Places for each workshop are limited, and booking is essential.
Natural Dye Workshop
Wednesday 17 June, 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.
Hand Spinning on Traditional Spinning Wheels
Wednesday 24 June, 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.
Rigid Heddle Loom Weaving
Wednesdays 1 & 8 July, 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.