{"title":"Summer Workshops 2026","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe are delighted to announce that we’ll be offering a series of hands-on workshops this summer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe’re very lucky to have two wonderful teachers joining us, Catherine Murphy \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mournetextiles.us9.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=d58eb217dbc2dd72d78b34f57\u0026amp;id=d7f51a9b0e\u0026amp;e=b996d8d1ff\" role=\"link\" title=\"\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e@thesewciallifeof\u003c\/a\u003e and Kathryn Davey \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mournetextiles.us9.list-manage.com\/track\/click?u=d58eb217dbc2dd72d78b34f57\u0026amp;id=eceadf52da\u0026amp;e=b996d8d1ff\" role=\"link\" title=\"\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e@kathryn_davey\u003c\/a\u003e , who will each be leading a workshop. Catherine is a specialist in darning and Japanese Sashiko, and Kathryn in natural plant dyeing. Alongside them, my lovely mum Karen and I will teach weaving.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese workshops will be a unique opportunity to learn traditional techniques in a beautiful part of Ireland, here at our mill in Killowen, Rostrevor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummer Workshops will be made available here on 16th April at 8pm GMT \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"weaving-natural-colour-two-day-workshop","title":"13th June - Darning","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn this 2.5-hour workshop we’ll explore woven darning and visible mending. Beginning with the foundational grid technique for repairing holes and thin areas in wool garments. Using contrast thread, colour and pattern to make the repair the feature. All guided step-by-step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTHE WORKSHOP\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMeet at Mourne Textiles for tea and coffee and review the\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edifferent pieces to be mended and learn how to access\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edamage. Catherine will talk through the philosophy of visible mending and demonstrate Square and Seed darns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis session suits anyone with a wool item that needs attention – moth holed sweaters or a pair of favourite socks!\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eNo prior experience is required; you’ll leave with practical skills and a finished darned piece\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eLed by Catherine Murphy\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSATURDAY 13\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eth \u003c\/span\u003eJUNE\u003cbr\u003e10:00 - 12:30\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eGROUP SIZE: 10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMOURNE TEXTILES\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e86 KILLOWEN OLD ROAD\u003cbr\u003eROSTREVOR\u003cbr\u003eCOUNTY DOWN\u003cbr\u003eBT34 3AE\u003cbr\u003eN. IRELAND\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eINCLUDED:\u003cbr\u003eAll materials\u003cbr\u003eLight refreshments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOptional vegetarian lunch £15 for those attending both workshops.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mourne Textiles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47554988736675,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1087\/2768\/files\/SockDarnFinal.jpg?v=1776076809"},{"product_id":"13th-june-sashiko-2pm-5pm","title":"13th June - Sashiko","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn this 3-hour workshop we’ll explore Sashiko - which translates as “little stabs” - a Japanese form of decorative reinforcement stitching. It’s geometric, meditative, with endless possibilities. The stitch itself is a running stitch. The skill is in the rhythm and the grid. All guided step-by-step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTHE WORKSHOP\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eRunning stitch fundamentals and the rhythm of Sashiko. How to mark and work a base grid - the foundation of all geometric patterns. Cross stitch pattern - structured, satisfying, and a strong place to start rice stitch pattern - builds directly on the cross stitch, adds complexity and movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis session suits anyone with an interest in textiles, stitching, and meditative practices. No prior experience is required; you’ll leave with practical skills and a finished Sashiko piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eLed by Catherine Murphy\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSATURDAY 13\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eth \u003c\/span\u003eJUNE\u003cbr\u003e14:00 - 17:00\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eGROUP SIZE: 10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMOURNE TEXTILES\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e86 KILLOWEN OLD ROAD\u003cbr\u003eROSTREVOR\u003cbr\u003eCOUNTY DOWN\u003cbr\u003eBT34 3AE\u003cbr\u003eN. 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Guided by Mario and Karen, you will learn how to use rug-weight yarns, select and prepare materials, and practise two styles of rug weaving and mastering essential finishing techniques such as braided edges and knotting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWith all tools and materials provided, including a rich selection of yarns, rags, and locally sourced rare breed fleece, you can choose to begin one or several small projects in a friendly, informal setting complete with plenty of tea, coffee, and biscuits. Set in a bright and airy mill surrounded by the stunning Mourne countryside, you will work on traditional floor looms. The mill itself carries a deep sense of heritage, having been originally established by Mario’s grandmother Gerd Hay-Edie in the 1950s, the family still work with the same looms and warping machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eBy the end of the experience, you will leave not only with new skills and knowledge but also with your own unique handmade rug or wall hanging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eLed by Mario Sierra and Karen Hay-Edie\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFRIDAY 14\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eth \u003c\/span\u003eAUGUST, SATURDAY 15th AUGUST + SUNDAY 16th AUGUST\u003cbr\u003e10:00 - 16:00\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eGROUP SIZE: 4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMOURNE TEXTILES\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e86 KILLOWEN OLD ROAD\u003cbr\u003eROSTREVOR\u003cbr\u003eBT34 3AE\u003cbr\u003eN. 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These intimate workshops beautifully compliment each other, and can be booked together to create a wonderful weekend, or individually if interest lies in one creative area more than the other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThese workshops are suitable for everyone; textile lovers and enthusiasts, those wanting a taster of weaving on a four shaft table loom, as well as anyone drawn to working with natural colour and fibres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eNo prior experience is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTHE WORKSHOP - Saturday\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFORAGING, NATURAL COLOUR \u0026amp; DYEING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMeet at Mourne Textiles before a short walk to Carlingford Lough to forage for seasonal dye plants. We have easy access to a beach with a fantastic variety of seaweed, and the hedgerows of the Mourne Mountains. Kathryn will talk about sustainable foraging, seasonal colour, and plant selection. Back at the mill we will look at the process of natural dyeing and how to achieve consistent vibrant colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eBreak for lunch.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn the afternoon we’ll create dye baths, explore the natural palettes colour possibilities. We will dye a selection of natural fibres, including fleece from locally sourced sheep, offcuts of woven cloth from the mill and a variety of weaving yarns. 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Each person will work on their own beautiful four shaft vintage tabletop loom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis is a unique opportunity to experience weaving in a traditional heritage weaving mill, it’s a very hands-on workshop, less about theory and more about practice. We’ll be able to use the yarns and fleece we have in the mill, mixed with the yarns and fleece dyed the day before, creating endless colour opportunities and textures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eGuided by Mario and Karen who will be on hand throughout the day, we’ll learn how to twist in fleece, and add rags for chunky interest to add depth and texture to our weaving . 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