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Adult and Community Learning

Heritage Craft (NEW) - Nalbinding: Sat 10:00-13:00 Feb/Mar [Click Enquire to Register Your Interest]

Mode of study

Part Time

Fee

£29.00

Entry requirements

You will be 19 years old. No previous experience required.

Teaching staff

You will be taught by an experienced tutor.

Course Code

CL282B1E

Duration

1-weeks

Location

St Albans Campus

Awarding body

Generic award - no awarding body

Assessment

You will be informally assessed throughout the session.

About the course

Step back in time and learn the fascinating art of nalbinding, one of the world's oldest textile techniques and a traditional heritage craft dating back centuries before knitting. Using a single large needle and short lengths of wool, natural fibres or twine, you will create beautifully textured fabric ideal for making hats, mittens, bags and other handmade items.

This friendly and practical workshop will introduce you to the fundamentals of nalbinding, guiding you through 2-3 basic stitches, how to join lengths of wool and the techniques needed to build a strong foundation in this mindful and rewarding craft. The slow, rhythmic process of nalbinding encourages focus, creativity, and relaxation, making it an enjoyable way to unwind while learning a unique historical skill.



By the end of the session, you will have created your own stitched sample to take home and gained the knowledge and confidence to continue exploring this ancient craft independently. All materials are provided, making this the perfect opportunity to try something new and connect with a rich textile tradition.

Career options

TBC

Course Content - What will I learn?

By the end of this workshop, you will be able to:

Understand the history and heritage of nalbinding, one of the oldest textile crafts.
Use a nalbinding needle and wool to create fabric.
Learn 2'3 basic nalbinding stitches.
Join short lengths of wool using traditional techniques.
Create a small nalbinding sample to take home.

Please contact us to find out if you require any specific equipment for this particular course.

You will be informally assessed throughout the session.