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Rag Rug Half Day Workshop - Hertfordshire

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Description

Have fun turning old t-shirts and forgotten favourites into recycled works of art with the age-old skill of rag rugging. In this half day class you will learn all the skills you will need to be able to make unique rag rugs, cushions and art to spice up your home. Careful though, it’s addictive! In this workshop, which is run at our Ragged Life Rag Rug HQ in Great Wymondley, Hertfordshire you will learn all the rag rug basics – how to use the rag rug equipment, how to select and prepare materials and how to do the two types of rag rugging (loopy and shaggy). You will be provided with all the materials you need on the day and will start a cushion during the class. Part of the charm of rag rugging is often in the memories attached to old clothes, you're welcome to bring along any of your own clothing you’d like to incorporate, particularly if you have clothing with sentimental value that you'd like to use. Our founder, Elspeth Jackson, is one of the leading rag ruggers in the country. She is one of the expert teachers at the Knitting & Stitching Show, has had a rag rug book, "Rag Rugs, Pillows & More," published on the subject and is a regular in craft magazines. This class is suitable for all levels but do not hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions.

What's included in the price?

This class includes everything you need for your rag rug project. You'll be provided with tea, coffee and biscuits throughout the class.

Duration

3 hours

Cancellation policy

Easy - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 2 weeks before the course starts

Maker

Lizzie at Ragged Life

with Craft Courses since 2014

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Suitable for

Adults
Seniors
Teenagers
Limited mobility
Stag dos
Corporate days out & team building
Suitable for all abilities
Weekends
Engagement, birthdays & anniversaries
Parking provided
Suitable for beginners
Hen dos

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Venue

The Coach House, Delamere House, Great Wmyondley, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG4 7ER

Reviews

All maker's reviews

3 Dec 23'

Paula curran reviewed: Rag Rug Full Day Workshop - Hertfordshire

"Really good course, really enjoyed the day"

Ragged Life responded:

"Thanks Paula, I had fun teaching you. Make sure you send in any pictures of your creations."

9 Oct 23'

Jean reviewed: Rag Rug Full Day Workshop - Brighton

"For her birthday I treated my daughter to a day's Rag Rugging together in Brighton on 7.10.23. We were made to feel very welcome, were very well looked after with refreshments all day and enjoyed the relaxed "homely" feel Elspeth's flat offered us. Tutor Emily was excellent - we all quickly learnt the three techniques, with ample time to practice while each creating our own sunflower. Emily gave us lots of ideas and advice for follow up pieces, which I can't wait to start at home when time permits! A lovely friendly, productive, creative day spent with like minded people."

Ragged Life responded:

"That is great to hear, thank you Jean for such a lovely review. You were both a pleasure to teach :-)"

19 Feb 23'

Susie reviewed: Rag Rug Full Day Workshop - Hertfordshire

"A lovely day, well led and very friendly class. I feel excited to make my rug x"

Ragged Life responded:

"Thank you Susie, I'm so pleased you enjoyed the class. Make sure you send us a picture of your creation :-)"

14 Nov 22'

Wendy reviewed: Rag Rug Full Day Workshop - Brighton

"Elspeth is a great host, the techniques are explained well and she walks round giving you tips along the way. We made a tote bag using various techniques, for us then to apply to the rug. It was a great day, nice small group and plenty of refreshments. Thank you Elspeth. Best Wishes Wendy"

5 Sep 22'

Christina Redman reviewed: Rag Rug Full Day Workshop - Hertfordshire

"The course was very good. We learned a lot and wonderful day."

Ragged Life responded:

"Thank you for the review Christina, I'm glad you were happy with the class :-)"

20 Feb 22'

Hannah reviewed: Rag Rug Half Day Workshop - Hertfordshire

"A great course and easy to pick up as a beginner crafter. A lovely surrounding and ample tea and biscuits. Produced a lovely small piece and have got the bug so will continue making some more in the future."

Ragged Life responded:

"Thank you Hannah, we're so pleased you had a good time and took to rag rugging. Make sure you send us pictures of your creations :-)"

21 Jun 21'

Jane Bischoff reviewed: Rag Rug Full Day Workshop - Finsthwaite, Cumbria

"A thoroughly enjoyable day learn a new-to-me craft. Lorraine was a patient and knowledgeable tutor and the venue was perfect. We learned the three main techniques and made a trivet. The afternoon was spent getting ideas for other projects, choosing from a lovely selection of fabrics and deciding on the project, then getting started. A great way to spend time and can highly recommend the relaxed, informative and satisfyingly fun day we had, thank you!!"

Ragged Life responded:

"Thank you Jane, we're so pleased you had a great time :-)"

20 Jun 21'

Hayley reviewed: Rag Rug Full Day Workshop - Brighton

"Attended this course on the 13th June 2021 and it was so enjoyable. Elspeth was an excellent teacher and was really patient. There was a good variety of fabrics to use as well as a choice of project. Would fully recommend this course if you are looking to try something new."

Ragged Life responded:

"Thank you Hayley, we're so glad you enjoyed the workshop. :-)"

26 Oct 20'

peter Dell reviewed: Rag Rug Half Day Workshop - Hertfordshire

"Great course, presented really well and just a really enjoyable 3 hours."

Ragged Life responded:

"Thank you Peter, I'm glad you and your party enjoyed the morning learning to rag rug :-)"

13 Jul 20'

Angela Avila Garcia reviewed: Rag Rug Half Day Workshop - Hertfordshire

"Fantastic socially distanced rag rugging class, very well thought out,very well presented thank you Elspeth and thank you Elspeth's Mum. X"

Ragged Life responded:

"Thank you Angela, we're so pleased you enjoyed the workshop. Thank you for being such a willing guinea pig for our first 'al fresco' class."

23 Feb 20'

Debra Gilbert reviewed: Rag Rug Full Day Workshop - Crafty Sew & So, Leicester

"A really enjoyable half day course that was very well led. We were given very clear instructions as to what to do with good demonstrations. The course was very relaxed and we were able to complete or nearly complete a little project we could then take home."

Ragged Life responded:

"Thank you Debra, I'm really glad that you enjoyed the workshop."

19 Jun 19'

Magda reviewed: Rag Rug Half Day Workshop - Hertfordshire

"What a lovely way to spend a Sunday afternoon, with a small group of interesting people and in such a beautiful setting. This was a completely new craft for me that I'd never tried before. We had great instruction and good company, washed down with lots of teas and coffees. We were shown precisely how to use the various hooking tools and given thorough guidance in the most efficient way of producing the rag strips for our pieces, then we were well on our way. Elspeth's book is full of inspiration with clear pictures and diagrams, and lovely photos of finished projects. While we worked we were given tips and hints, and our work was inspected which helped us make corrections in the way we worked. I enjoyed my afternoon so much, I look forward to attending another workshop and perhaps tackling a more ambitious project."

7 May 17'

Gillian C reviewed: Rag rug class - Surrey

"Very pleasant day spent with Elspeth, learning how to rag rug. Enormously satisfying starting our own projects and the first thing I did on returning home was to go in search of old clothes to chop up! Would thoroughly recommend this Worksop. Yummy cakes made by Kate at MakeCreateCraft too!"

28 Feb 17'

Pam Green reviewed: Rag Rug Half Day Workshop - Hertfordshire

"Lovely afternoon spent learning this craft, very informative , nice company. Still practising . Would recommend this to anyone interested. All equipment provided including tea coffee and biscuits."

30 Jan 17'

Jane Rouse reviewed: Rag Rug Half Day Workshop - Hertfordshire

"Great morning learning rag rugging techniques, starting with a small project and then beginning a larger project to build up confidence. I am now busy building on the skills I learnt to finish my cushion cover whilst planning future projects. Elspeth's book is a really helpful reference as well as offering inspiration for future projects. Thank you Elspeth."

23 Jan 17'

Lynda reviewed: Rag Rug Half Day Workshop - Hertfordshire

"What a great way to spend a morning! Great company and expert tutor providing knowledge and encouragement. I had never picked up a latch tool but at the end of three hours I was confident to go home and continue the cushion I started at the course. Already I have spent two happy evenings in front of the TV working on my cushion and have even roped in my other half to cut up strips of fabric for me. So relaxing for both of us and a craft I look forward to continuing with for many years. Highly recommend Elspeth and her book for guidance."

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Reviews

Paula curran reviewed: Rag Rug Full Day Workshop - Hertfordshire

Ragged Life responded:

Jean reviewed: Rag Rug Full Day Workshop - Brighton

Ragged Life responded:

Susie reviewed: Rag Rug Full Day Workshop - Hertfordshire

Ragged Life responded:

Wendy reviewed: Rag Rug Full Day Workshop - Brighton

Christina Redman reviewed: Rag Rug Full Day Workshop - Hertfordshire

Ragged Life responded:

Hannah reviewed: Rag Rug Half Day Workshop - Hertfordshire

Ragged Life responded:

Jane Bischoff reviewed: Rag Rug Full Day Workshop - Finsthwaite, Cumbria

Ragged Life responded:

Hayley reviewed: Rag Rug Full Day Workshop - Brighton

Ragged Life responded:

peter Dell reviewed: Rag Rug Half Day Workshop - Hertfordshire

Ragged Life responded:

Angela Avila Garcia reviewed: Rag Rug Half Day Workshop - Hertfordshire

Ragged Life responded:

Debra Gilbert reviewed: Rag Rug Full Day Workshop - Crafty Sew & So, Leicester

Ragged Life responded:

Magda reviewed: Rag Rug Half Day Workshop - Hertfordshire

Gillian C reviewed: Rag rug class - Surrey

Pam Green reviewed: Rag Rug Half Day Workshop - Hertfordshire

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Lynda reviewed: Rag Rug Half Day Workshop - Hertfordshire

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