Warp, weft, and good company
A weaving and textile arts guild meeting monthly in Bradford — beginners and decades-deep weavers alike.
Come to the next meetingWho we are
Made in Bradford, by hand
We meet once a month, a ten-minute walk from the streets where the Victorian wool trade made this city. We weave, spin, dye, and generally get very absorbed in anything involving fibre.
Some of us bought a first rigid heddle loom last month; some have been at the tapestry frame for decades. Heritage or contemporary, it doesn't matter — if you like making things with your hands, you'll fit right in. No gatekeeping, ever.
What you'll find at the Guild
More than a meeting — it's a roomful of people who understand why you have that much yarn.
Monthly meetups
A friendly Bradford session each month with looms out, wheels spinning, and someone always happy to untangle your problem warp.
Skills shared freely
Guides, demonstrations and patient advice on weaving, spinning and natural dyeing — from first heddle to fine tapestry.
The Shetland trip
Our annual pilgrimage north for fleece, fair isle and ferry views — genuinely not to be missed.
Good company
Tea, biscuits, and conversation with people who'll never ask why you need another loom.
Guides & reading
Practical know-how and a bit of local heritage, written by members for members.
Repairing a warp — don't panic, it's fixable
A guide to splicing, tying on and dealing with broken threads mid-project.
10 June 2026
The Bradford wool district: a heritage tour
What's left of the textile industry, and where to find quality British wool today.
10 June 2026
Natural dyeing with plants from a UK garden
Weld, woad, onion skins — what works reliably and what's worth the effort.
10 June 2026
Starting out: choosing your first rigid heddle loom
What to look for, what to avoid, and how much to spend as a beginner.
10 June 2026
Bring your project — or just bring yourself
Your first visit is free and nobody will quiz you on your selvedges. Come and see what we're making.