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Daisy Florence Design

Contact name: Anne Crowther
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over 7 years
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Maker's bio

My love of weaving began as a child with a small Spears weaving loom, but it wasn’t until my textile degree at Central Saint Martins London, that I really became drawn to weaving. For many years after graduating I explored, experimented, and exhibited my woven textiles, all created on my beautiful George Wood Dobby loom - a huge floor loom that required a studio space in a mill! Alongside weaving I taught FE & HE textiles until I took time out to be with my young family. In 2017, I established my mobile weave studio and began sharing my love of weaving with anyone and everyone! I’ve had lots of positive feedback about my workshops and have gained an excellent reputation for delivering supported and informative weave workshops for beginners across Yorkshire and beyond. (I also seem to be responsible for a considerable number of looms being purchased by participants who found their ‘happy place’ and a new hobby weaving - ooops!) The Ashford Rigid Heddle looms I use for workshops are considerably smaller looms than the dobby loom and one of the great things about them is that they can be set up in the blink of an eye compared to a multi shaft loom! These looms are great for beginners but have loads of scope for experimentation and pattern making for more confident weavers, and best of all no additional equipment is required! To start your weaving journey there is the option for you to join one of my classes at a yarn shop or venue across Yorkshire or why not get a group of friends together and I can bring my looms to you? If you love yarn then you’ll love weaving!

Courses, kits & gifts

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Weave a patterned scarf in a day - Harrogate
6½ hours
Next date: 6th Jul 2025
2 places left
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Weave a Scarf in a Day - Rochdale
6 hours
Next date: 26th Apr 2025
1 place left
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Weave a summer patterned scarf in a day - Rochdale
6 hours
Next date: 7th Jun 2025
1 place left
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Weave a summer Scarf in a Day - Harrogate
6 hours
Next date: 1st Jun 2025
2 places left
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Weaving - coaster kit
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Recent reviews

All maker's reviews
16 Mar 25'

Charlotte A. reviewed: Weave a summer patterned scarf in a day - Rochdale

"I absolutely loved doing this course! Anne was fantastic, talking us through every step of the weaving process, from choosing yarns and setting up the looms, to the final touches on the finished scarf. I have learnt so much, as well enjoying the making process, and the relaxed environment. I am over the moon with my finished scarf. I loved the course so much, I am now looking into buying a loom, and taking up weaving as hobby."

13 Jan 25'

Alison Bellamy reviewed: Weave a summer Scarf in a Day - Harrogate

"What a brilliant day. Anne was a fantastic teacher and the venue, Yarn etc, was a lovely, warm and inviting space. All the participants thoroughly enjoyed the day and we all produced wonderful scarves. Would definitely recommend to everyone who is interested in this type of activity. "

13 Jan 25'

Martha Kember reviewed: Weave a summer Scarf in a Day - Harrogate

"A thoroughly delightful day on the ‘Weave a scarf in a day’ workshop. Ann had considered everything so carefully, from the warm welcome, the facilities, wool selection and patient tutoring. A great experience and a lovely scarf as a reminder of the day. "

14 Dec 24'

Jane A reviewed: Weave a Scarf in a Day - Rochdale

"Really enjoyed my day learning how to weave a scarf on a rigid heddle loom. It was a small group which allowed the tutor to spend time with everyone. Spent the morning working in pairs setting up the warp yarn on our own looms & then the afternoon doing our own wefting (which was a bit sore on the back!). It was beautiful seeing all the amazing results from a relatively small bit of yarn. I’ve got enough left for a couple of more scarves - which is great as I’ve been given a loom for my birthday! And I gifted the scarf I made on the day so I need to do one for me now! "