Workshops

The Wool Loft hosts regular informal craft sessions and a programme of specialist workshops throughout the year. Browse the course descriptions to find out more. To book your space please browse the Booking Calendar below the descriptions and click on the course you are interested in.

*We don’t currently have an online payment system so we are trialling sending out a payment link - we will send you a payment link within 7 days of your booking which you can follow to make a payment and reserve your place*

  • Every Friday 11am to 2pm.

    First Wednesday of every month - evening drop in 2 Oct, 6 Nov, 4 Dec 2024. 7-9pm.

    No need to book, just come along.

    More info here.

  • Private ‘Knitting Agony Aunt’ sessions with Terri.

    Saturdays 1pm to 5pm (30 minute slots).

    £5 for 30 minutes.

    More info here.

  • On this course you will get confident with the basics of crochet and learn to make yourself some simple wrist warmers.

    On this 2 week course we will learn basic crochet stitches such as the chain stich, double crochet and treble crochet. Depending on how you get on there may be time to learn how to increase and decrease stitches.

    £30 for the 2 week course. Tools provided. Bring along some yarn that you’d like to make your project with or buy at the Dartmoor Wool Loft with a 10% discount for participants.

    For more information see here.

  • In this 2 week course you will learn how to cast on, how to cast off and do knit and purl stitches and finishing your piece off. Depending on your progress, session 2 may include learning to do a rib.

    There will be the option to create some  simple wrist warmers to take home.

    £30 for the 2 week course. Tools provided. Bring along some yarn you’d like to make your project with or buy at the Wool Loft with a 10% discount for participants.

    For more information see here.

  • A few places available for this exciting course at the Dartmoor Wool Loft. 

    Bec Briar from The Woven Briar (click for Bec’s website,) is a talented weaver, spinner, shepherd and fibre producer. 

    In this course you will learn how to warp up a rigid heddle loom and make a length of material. Depending on your progress you may be able to make a scarf during the workshop. 

    All materials provided and you will have a loom to use - let us know if you have your own loom that you would like to work on.  For more information see here.

    £105 including yarn.

  • Learn the basics of spinning with a drop spindle - you will learn how to spin and also how to ply your yarn into a ball of wool using the Andean plying method. 

    There will be some different types of fleece for you to try.

    £25, All materials included and 10% off if you want to buy some of our fleece tops or your own drop spindle kit.

    For more info see here.

  • Join Angharad Barlow at the Dartmoor Wool Loft for this wonderful workshop. Do you have clothes with moth holes that need mending? Or a garment that needs a new lease of life? A favourite woollen jumper, coat, blanket, scarf etc. that you don’t want to throw away?

    Bring them along and learn how to mend them with delicately needle felted moths and butterflies and create something beautiful and unique.

    Wool, Cashmere, Angora, etc. are all possible. Knit and washed wool fabrics also work.  

    All materials are included; just bring your woollens. All levels welcome.  More information here.

    £25 per person.

Booking Calendar

  • Craft Drop-In Session

    How lovely to discover that there are so many people who are as passionate as I am to work with wool, share knowledge and skills and encourage beginners. The Wool Loft provides a comfortable space where all abilities are appreciated and the joy of creating is free to flourish. (Regular Visitor)

  • Craft Drop-In Session

    Friday mornings - calm, welcoming environment. Everyone is supportive and encouraging. A chance to unwind and relax. (Regular Visitor.)

  • Craft Dop-in Session

    Pretty new to knitting and crocheting so I find this ‘gathering’ very warm and supportive - a brilliant community initiative. A mindful space for all! (Regular Visitor)

  • Peg Looming workshop

    I wanted to say a huge Thank You for the peg weaving workshop. I absolutely loved it - the Wool Loft is such a welcoming space, really lovely! Thank you for all your help, clear instruction and patience teaching us all - I loved all the options: different warp string, beautiful fleeces or rovings to choose. We all made something unique to us, which is really special. (KH)

  • Introduction to Darning

    I throughly enjoyed this workshop. I felt it was well paced and Molly gave clear and easy to follow instructions. All equipment necessary was provided and easy to use, and the space was welcoming. I enjoyed being there and sharing the camaraderie. Although there was a hand-out, I found I didn't need it as the instructions given by Molly were enough. Looking forward to hopefully doing an advanced darning working with Molly in the near future.

    Many thanks Wool Loft and Molly. (MR)

  • Introduction to Darning

    I thought the darning workshop was lovely. It was clearly explained and there was plenty of equipment and samples provided. It was a relaxed atmosphere but also informative and inspiring. There was a feeling of warmth respect and kindness in the space.

    Loved the biscuits!! And the regular supply of tea!

    The Wool Loft is a magical space that seems to have a unique caring environment. It's a gift to Moretonhampstead and feels like a tangible link with our ancestors in Devon. (MH)