The Cultures of Climate Arts Trail
Journey across The Cultures of Climate Art trail, to Dewsbury and Huddersfield - to find Recycling En Masse - its heritage, activism, and future.
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This calendar includes all one off or repeating activities across the festival. There are also activities and installations that you can Visit At Any Time throughout the festival.
Journey across The Cultures of Climate Art trail, to Dewsbury and Huddersfield - to find Recycling En Masse - its heritage, activism, and future.
Join Dewsbury Arcade and WOVEN for the next Clothes Swap and Makers Market. Plus a workshop to create fabric flowers to be part of a wonderful community yarn bomb!
Come and see the wonderfully woolly yarnbombing at Roberttown Village, spot the flock of sheep decorating railings and the colourful postbox toppers
A vibrant installation of community-made knit, crochet and fabric flowers installed in hanging baskets outside Thread Republic.
Come and see celebrate the spectacular flower bombing of our Village using all forms of yarn and fabric crafts!
Visit our colourful Yarn Bombing, hanging in the summer sunshine to let the light dapple through
A collaborative community project bringing together bunting made by residents from across the Dalton ward and surprising, smile-inducing "Yarnstallations" street-side.
Come and see the community quilt on display a 'Field of Flowers' and a Textile Heritage display.
An Exhibition of textile artworks inspired by local and ethnic fabrics
Cutting Waste, Creating Wonky explores radical pattern-cutting techniques that challenge fashion norms, embracing imperfection to reduce waste and create innovative, fabric-efficient, and wearable designs.
The Red Dress, a globally-travelled collaborative embroidery project, coming to Oakwell Hall this summer as part of WOVEN Festival.
Join us for World Stitch Day, a vibrant celebration of the universal language of stitch and textiles! Inspired by the iconic Red Dress Embroidery Project, this immersive event brings together community groups, expert stitchers, and textile enthusiasts to explore the rich tapestry of global embroidery traditions.
Discover The Red Dress at Oakwell Hall during the WOVEN festival in June! Join artist Kirstie for an inspiring talk on this global art project celebrating unity.
Come along, enjoy a chat, a cuppa and share your craft or see what other people are making.
Come and visit the wonderfully woollen and specially curated Yarn Bomb of Woolly Mandalas, celebrating Slaithwaite’s centenary parade of 8 shops on Carr Lane.
A novel way to see knovels! Browse a small but special library of books with a textile twist, with ‘craftily’ changed titles. Can you guess the original?
See Blossom students go about creating their work, based on the theme of nature.
Give your textiles a second life at this workshop demonstrating various ways to remake, reuse and recycle textile related materials.
Join creative Kim Searle for a weekly zoom session on different mending techniques.
Learn how to repair, alter, repurpose or transform clothes or fabrics you already own, have fun, save money and the environment
Join Patrycja, one of our Makers and view our handmade textile crafts at our Dewsbury Creatives beautiful pop up shop!
Come and get creative in the park with Kim Searle and the community.
Join a creative writing workshop that embraces Dewsbury and its textiles heritage.
Come and get creative in the park with Kim Searle and the community
Join Carolyn of Mindful Maker to learn the mindful craft of Spiral Fabric Coiling and make your own unique coaster or small bowl.
Creative recycling scrap fabric craft workshop, making gorgeous fabric flower brooches.
An exhibition celebrating the rich history and innovation in the Shoddy industry in Dewsbury.
Hillstone Fibre Arts have collaborated with iiinouiio a textile waste company and Bower Roebuck mill to produce unique textile artwork, plus demonstrations and workshops
An exhibition of crafts created by those who attend the creative connections wellbeing sessions at The Rosewood Centre.
Go behind the scenes of a working textile mill producing yarn for the weaving industry, including a talk on the company's history.
See an eclectic mix of textile works, all celebrating the summer season
The Over 65's Project sees group members working together to create a collective piece of textile-based artwork
Learn how to Create these gorgeous felt pods that can be used as plant pots, bird nests or simply a decorative pod for your home.
LS2Y unites schools, clubs, and groups to yarn bomb The Chestnut Centre—celebrating heritage, creativity, and community ties through intergenerational textile art at WOVEN!
Come and see how patchwork quilts are made, starting with large pieces of fabric, through the various stages until a beautiful patchwork quilt is produced
Get ready for a fun and creative session in the heart of Huddersfield creating pom poms with Give... A Few Words
LS2Y unites schools, clubs, and groups to yarn bomb The Chestnut Centre—celebrating heritage, creativity, and community ties through intergenerational textile art at WOVEN!
Visit Flockton's enchanted woodland made entirely from yarns and fabrics
Come along and see some amazing print and textile artwork in the windows of West Yorkshire Print Workshop
Learn this simple but effective quilting technique and save fabric from landfill.
At this rose workshop shows you'll learn how make your own beautiful fabric roses
Come along to The Loft Space's specially curated exhibition showcasing the variety of textile work created by makers in and around the Colne Valley.
Kirklees Pride is back for another celebration of the LGBTQ+ community and WOVEN will be there! Join us...
Explore natural dyeing to create a range of tie dye fabrics using natural indigo and shibori style tie dye techniques at Bagshaw Museum
Join a celebration of artwork created across community groups within Birkby and Fartown, including beautiful kites and a colourful rainforest.
Every Child Challenge! Join us for Stitch Saturday, fun family workshops celebrating the stitch - can you do the basic 5 stitches?
Step into the rich and intricate world of Medieval Textile Production
In this workshop we'll create baskets using cotton cord, colourful thread and scraps of fabric!
Come along to The Loft Space's specially curated exhibition showcasing the variety of textile work created by makers in and around the Colne Valley.
Take some time out to stitch at this meditative drop in session, beginners and experienced stitchers welcome.
Learn this heritage and less common rag rug technique with Kim Searle.
A Yarn Bomb celebrating the new community garden on the corner of Dale Lane/Fairfield Avenue
Watch demonstrations, take part in workshops and see a display of our members work at our special open day.
Join creative Kim Searle for a weekly zoom session on different mending techniques.
Learn how to repair, alter, repurpose or transform clothes or fabrics you already own, have fun, save money and the environment
Join a creative writing workshop that embraces Dewsbury and its textiles heritage.
Learn all about e-textiles and leave with a hand stitched piece of light up embroidery.
An insight into how wool is prepared and then spun into yarn
Join Senior Curator Katina Bill on a journey of exploration into Kirklees Museum's textile collection.
Use indigo/woad printing paste to create paintings and print on reclaimed textiles, you can bring your own clothing items to up-cycle too.
Join Senior Curator Katina Bill on a journey of exploration into Kirklees Museum's textile collection.
Come and try out Punch Needle, creating a landscape image, be quick as limited spaces available
Drop in and say hello to us at Yorkshire Fabric Shop! Come and view our selection of Upholstery and Curtaining fabrics. Located...
Join Designer, Dr. Claire Evans presenting their innovative wonky pattern-cutting approach, discussing embracing imperfection to reduce waste and create innovative, fabric-efficient, and wearable designs.
Join us for a fascinating behind-the-scenes tour of Cliffe End Yarns, a specialist in woollen spun yarn production.
Come and celebrate the launch of our Growing Colour Together publication with a hands-on natural dye activity!
This is your opportunity to explore fascinating textile collections and go behind-the-scenes of the archives
Family friendly workshops around natural dyeing, and contemporary textile art
This year, Ravensthorpe’s community is crafting a giant floral display, pop by and see their fantastic floral creations throughout the festival.
Learn this simple but effective quilting technique and save fabric from landfill.
Learn valuable sewing skills whilst promoting mindfulness, creativity and self expression.
Come along to The Loft Space's specially curated exhibition showcasing the variety of textile work created by makers in and around the Colne Valley.
Design your own unique tote bag using transfer printing, appliqué & embroidery with the help of an experienced visual artist at hoot Creative Arts.
Bring along up to 10 items of clothing and swap for new-to-you items.
Family friendly workshops around natural dyeing, and contemporary textile art
Every Child Challenge! Join us for Stitch Saturday, fun family workshops celebrating the stitch - can you do the basic 5 stitches?
Always fancied having a go at crocheting but not sure where to start? This workshop is for those new to the craft or anyone that wants to return to the basics.
Join us for fun and creative afternoon as we celebrate the achievements of a community.
Join a creative brooch-making workshop, guided by experts, using sustainable Yorkshire tweeds to make your own unique piece. Fun, hands-on, and skill-building experience!
Come along to The Loft Space's specially curated exhibition showcasing the variety of textile work created by makers in and around the Colne Valley.
This is your unique opportunity to learn the Hand Tufting technique using a tufting gun, and contribute to a collective wall hanging.
Join creative Kim Searle for a weekly zoom session on different mending techniques.
Learn how to repair, alter, repurpose or transform clothes or fabrics you already own, have fun, save money and the environment
Join artist Jessica Aldred for an inspiring illustrated talk on needlework, sharing her career experiences and showcasing stunning embroidery.
Immerse yourself in a 1970s mining community and explore the unique heritage of rag rugging.
Come and find out how to dye fabric and yarn using natural dyes at this workshop, led by an experienced natural dyer
An online discussion event exploring fashion activism with social entrepreneurs, community organisations and academic researchers.
Learn the basics of Batik with creative tutor Kim Searle, co director of Thread Republic.
An artistic insight into female textile workers & merchants throughout West Yorkshire in the Late Medieval period.
Join us for an inspirational talk with Kirstie MacLeod - the artist behind The Red Dress.
Macrame is back! In this session we'll be making our own macrame wall hanging or plant hanger from recycled material
A textiles exhibition of found fabrics from charity shops, car boot sales and open markets, giving them a new lease of life.
Learn how to create a selection of wool beads using a wet felting method and turn into a choice of keyrings, jewelry or a pretty home garland.
Family friendly workshops around natural dyeing, and contemporary textile art
Meet the makers from Holmfirth Cloth Botherers. Hear them talk about their work currently displayed and past projects
Callaloo Carnival Arts invites you to learn how to 'spin yarns' from true stories, with Author, Dr Yvonne...
CollaborARTi Studio 35 is home to a range of creatives that work with textiles, come and see their showcase of work by local fashion designers and artists.
Be guided through a variety of beautiful and intricate techniques using experimental threads and materials to create your own unique piece of art.
Join Eco Hub's Summer Artisan Market, we have a wide range of creative stalls, Art/Craft demonstrations, taster workshops...
Design your own unique tote bag using transfer printing, appliqué & embroidery with the help of an experienced visual artist at hoot Creative Arts.
Family friendly workshops around natural dyeing, and contemporary textile art
Every Child Challenge! Join us for Stitch Saturday, fun family workshops celebrating the stitch - can you do the basic 5 stitches?
Celebrating Kirklees' rich textile heritage with fascinating stories from archives across Kirklees and beyond!
Hear from a panel of guest speakers with experience and passion for maintaining the value of longevity in textiles
Learn how to create a selection of wool beads using a wet felting method and turn into a choice of keyrings, jewelry or a pretty home garland.
The Red Shed Players at Tolson Museum to explore how past meets present in technology—profit over justice, corruption, and uncertainty. A lively, thought-provoking performance!
Learn how to repair, alter, repurpose or transform clothes or fabrics you already own, have fun, save money and the environment
See an exhibition of second year BA tailoring jackets and learn how to construct a tailored jacket.
Join Julia Roebuck from Upcycle Fashion for this specially designed upcycling workshop for young people age 10 - 16.
An artistic insight into female textile workers & merchants throughout West Yorkshire in the Late Medieval period.
An exhibition exploring how textiles help us to define and reaffirm our identities as active citizens, not passive consumers.
The Upcycle Challenge is back for 2025 and this year upcyclers have been set a denim challenge, inspired by local Artist Ian Berry.
Family friendly workshops around natural dyeing, and contemporary textile art
Exciting creative art exhibition depicting the textile heritage of the area, showcasing work by our Group, 3 Kirklees Primary Schools, The Bridgewood Trust and Enfield Down.
The Knitting and Crochet Guild branches in the North of England are hosting a Regional Day. If you're a knitter, crocheter or crafter in general come along to our get together!
Design your own unique tote bag using transfer printing, appliqué & embroidery with the help of an experienced visual artist at hoot Creative Arts.
Join Jessica Burnand-Martin and decorate one of her hand thrown yarn bowls, using colourful glazes, ready to collect in 2 weeks!
Find us on the street with our mobile screen print trolley and print a textile patch with us!
Creating textile banners: collaborative print and textile workshop with West Yorkshire Print Workshop
Family friendly workshops around natural dyeing, and contemporary textile art
It’s a textiles takeover on the Creative Piazza in Huddersfield for the final Saturday of WOVEN in Kirklees.
Textiles inspired exhibitions by artists of all ages (children AND grown ups!)
Celebrate WOVEN’s closing weekend with textile fun! Enjoy a huge clothes swap, makers market, street performances, food vendors, and more. Don’t miss out!
Every Child Challenge! Join us for Stitch Saturday, fun family workshops celebrating the stitch - can you do the basic 5 stitches?
Join WOVEN team to celebrate Batley Pride 2025. A completely free pride event in Wilton Park with entertainment, activities and stalls for all ages.
Audio described sessions of The Red Dress for visually impaired audiences
Come to Ravensknowle Park for the Children's Gala and see all of the amazing bunting made by local residents for this years Woven festival!
Friends of Marsden Park & Marden Cuckoo WI will be Yarn Bombing Marsden Park as part of WOVEN...
See the rich textile history of Paddock celebrated and displayed in community made textile banners at this exhibition
Learn how to repair, alter, repurpose or transform clothes or fabrics you already own, have fun, save money and the environment
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