OUR HISTORY
Frome Textile Workshop was formed in 1993 to ensure the continuation of the traditional crafts of weaving, spinning and dyeing and to provide a meeting place to share knowledge and develop skills.
We decided to become a charitable incorporated organisation in 2018 and changed our name to Frome Weavers Spinners & Dyers to clarify what we do.
We have had many homes but now occupy two units on the inspirational and peaceful Redwood Rare Breeds Farm in Wanstrow.
Join Us
Experienced weavers and spinners, complete beginners and everyone in between are very welcome to join.
We are a friendly, supportive group passionate about our craft and love to share it with others and pass on our skills.
You can attend on our group meet-up day every week or come in any other day for a quieter time
We have all the equipment necessary to weave or spin permanently set up at our workshop for free use by members.
All facilities, resources, equipment and tuition are available to you and some small items of equipment and books can be borrowed
Local exhibitions of members’ work
Learn new skills from existing members whenever you want to at no extra charge
Full access to the premises at any time after your first month or four visits, whichever is longer
Refreshments are provided
Plenty of free parking
Automatic membership of the Association of Guilds of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers
Access to the AGWSD website members’ section
Savings on subscription to The Journal of the WSD
Summer Schools
Certificates in Weaving, Spinning and Dyeing
Exhibition of members work
ARRANGE A VISIT TODAY
OR DROP IN FOR A CHAT
TUESDAY 10AM - 12PM and 2PM - 3PM
OR SATURDAYS by arrangement