Hosted in partnership with the Ethical Consumer magazine conferenc.

Are you a business looking to make a difference but not sure how?

Join this session to learn from pioneering SMBs transforming lives through their ethical supply chain and recruitment. The event is hybrid streamed on Linkedin and IRL at an eco sportswear factory in Derby. Booking is essential and spaces are limited.

The session will be a series of interviews, a tour of the host’s factory and a sampling of some of the delicious ethically manufactured products we will be hearing about. And space for listeners to ask questions and gain practical advice on the realities of recruiting and training individuals from marginalised communities.

Please note we will have a soft finish at 2:30 pm for those on the school run dash but anyone with more time is welcome to stay and chat with the speakers until 3pm.

It doesn’t matter how big or small your business is anyone curious is welcome.

• Some of the seminar discussions will be live streamed on Abigail’s Instagram which you are welcome to interact with questions by commenting on the stream.

• $16pp for IRL pp

meet the interviewees

Lesley So- Owner and founder of award-winning so good Kombucha drink. Lesley has successfully created a drinks manufacturing business that trains and recruits adult refugees. Her source list also has impressive sustainable credentials.

Sally Murray- Owner and founder of Just-Ice Ethical Ice-cream. A pioneering business transforming the lives of survivors of human trafficking and modern-day slavery through route to employment in their ice cream manufacturing chain.

Caroline Budd & Craig Woodward- Directors of De Ronde sustainable sportwear manufacturer in Derby, a living wage factory employer focused on supporting brands to create eco sportswear fashion.

Micheal Gladwell- Upbeat Clean is an award-winning commercial cleaning company based in Derby. It was started by a local charity to combine excellent cleaning with life-changing employment. Partnering with over 25 organisations across Derby to provide an excellent cleaning service while also changing lives.

Meet your event organiser - abigail wastie

Abigail Wastie- Derby-based sustainable fashion activist and tutor, has worked in the fashion industry for over ten years and now runs sustainable fashion courses in Derby and nationally. Abigail has organised this event with the Ethical Consumer Magazine because she believes supply chains have the power to change lives for the better and that it is not as elusive to achieve as the media can portray. This is why Abigail is keeping the learning format for this event as friendly and accessible as possible.

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Ethical shopping made easy. With our carefully curated stalls showcasing some incredible Derbyshire businesses that are pushing the boundaries of ethics and sustainability within their business…scroll down to see all the wonderful gifts you can purchase.

• Delicious ethical food and drink from; AF mulled wine, healthy Kombucha, ethically produced coffee, ve vegan bakes, vegan junk hot food, chilli kitchen and ethical Just-Ice Cream.

• Tickets can be purchased at the door £2pp for adults, cash/card/contactless is fine. Kids are free and supervised dogs most welcome. Please help us by RSVP on the FB page here so we have a rough idea of attendance.

• Please note this year we are in the new location of Derby’s Chocolate factory (home to Bustler near the rail station) public parking is available two minutes from the site at NCP car park on Liversage Street, DE1 2LD.

• This year we are running workshops and panel q&a’s to unpack more on ‘what is ethical shopping’ and ‘does ethical shopping make a difference?’ more on this below.

meet the panelists

Abigail Wastie- Derby-based sustainable fashion activist and tutor, has worked in the fashion industry for over ten years and now runs sustainable fashion courses in Derby and nationally. Abigail is part of the core team organising this market as she is passionate about promoting quality ethical brands and making them more accessible to the Derby customer.

Sophie Benson - fashion journalist Sophie Benson’s publications include Dazed and Vogue, and her recently published book Sustainable Wardrobe equips her audience with all the knowledge and practical skills they need to curate a more considered wardrobe and fight for a fairer fashion industry. A background in human rights activism.

Sally Murray- Owner and founder of Just-Ice Ethical Ice-cream. A pioneering business transforming the lives of survivors of human trafficking and modern-day slavery through route to employment in their ice cream manufacturing chain.

Charlotte Instone- a social entrepreneur and founder of The Known the Origin, a sustainable brand that prioritises ethical and transparent practices. She scaled the business to a 7 figures and worked with Fairtrade producers and was listed as Forbes 30 under 30.

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Hosted in partnership with sustainable fashion week community programme at the quad in derby.

Join us for a special screening of the award winning film The Nettle Dress.

TEXTILE ARTIST ALLAN BROWN SPENDS SEVEN YEARS MAKING A DRESS BY HAND JUST FROM THE FIBRE OF LOCALLY FORAGED STINGING NETTLES.

A MODERN-DAY FAIRYTALE AND HYMN TO THE HEALING POWER OF NATURE THROUGH THE JOURNEY OF BEREAVEMENT.

AFTER THE SCREENING WIL FOLLOW A PANEL Q&A WHERE YOU CAN UNPACK THE FILM WITH TEXTILE INDUSTRY EXPERTS.

"THIS IS AN EXQUISITE FILM. EXTREMELY BEAUTIFUL AND HELPFUL FOR ANYONE SUFFERING LOSS OR GRIEF. AN INSPIRATION." SIR MARK RYLANCE

meet YOUR PANEL

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Learn the skills to make your own beautiful tapestry. Enjoy the pleasures of this ancient meditative craft in a small relaxed group environment.

Come and enjoy a creative afternoon, learning new skills whilst tucking into some delicious homemade cake and drinks.

• £90pp (all materials provided, including tapestry frame, tools, yarns and refreshments )

• Booking required

Additional info

During the workshop you will receive an introduction to tapestry tools, frames and the warping processes. Different tapestry weaving techniques will be demonstrated including rya knotting, free weaving and soumak weaving.

You will be able to choose your own colours and textures from a selection of high quality woollen yarns to create your tapestry design.

Abigail will guide you through the process of translating your design onto the pre-warped frame.

Come and enjoy a special afternoon, learning new skills in a friendly, homely environment over homemade cake and drinks.

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Learn the skills to make your own beautiful tapestry. Enjoy the pleasures of this ancient meditative craft in a small relaxed group environment.

Come and enjoy a creative afternoon, learning new skills whilst tucking into some delicious homemade cake and drinks.

• £90pp (all materials provided, including tapestry frame, tools, yarns and refreshments )

• Booking required

Additional info

During the workshop you will receive an introduction to tapestry tools, frames and the warping processes. Different tapestry weaving techniques will be demonstrated including rya knotting, free weaving and soumak weaving.

You will be able to choose your own colours and textures from a selection of high quality woollen yarns to create your tapestry design.

Abigail will guide you through the process of translating your design onto the pre-warped frame.

Come and enjoy a special afternoon, learning new skills in a friendly, homely environment over homemade cake and drinks.

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DAY 2 OF A 2 DAY COURSE

Learn the skills to make your own organic cotton Anthea Blouse over a weekend course. Enjoying the company of fellow creatives at Abigail’s home textile studio in Allestree.

The course will include teaching on; fabric selection, fabric cutting, garment sewing construction techniques such as French seams and button holes and following and amending a pattern based on your own measurements.

This course is taught by Abigail Wastie a local textile artist passionate about sustainable textiles with industry experience in Luxury fashion. Abigail will teach you through the shirt-making process step by step in a relaxed supportive manner. The group is limited to four students to ensure every student has lots of quality teaching time with Abigail.

Suitable for sizes UK 6 – 22/24. If you differ to this but would like to come please contact Abigail directly.

Abigail sources all the materials for her courses with quality sustainability at the forefront, scroll down to read all the interesting materials and trims and pattern included in this course.

By the end of the two day course you will have made a beautiful bespoke white organic cotton blouse

• Booking required essential to reserve your spot

• £155 per person

• If you would like to purchase an afternoon tea separately that is possible at £2opp managed via email with Abigail directly or your are welcome to bring your own lunch

Additional info

Advanced Beginner and Intermediate friendly. To attend this workshop ideally you will be experienced in some sewing and how to navigate a sewing machine, such as having attended Abigails Beginner sewing course or sewing club night.

All materials and equipment provided.

All you need to bring is your self and some lunch, but Abigail offers a homemade afternoon tea by the wonderful baker @Rachaelssecretbakery for £2opp please message Abigail if you would like this to be added.

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DAY 1 OF A 2 DAY COURSE

Learn the skills to make your own organic cotton Anthea Blouse over a weekend course. Enjoying the company of fellow creatives at Abigail’s home textile studio in Alestree.

The course will include teaching on; fabric selection, fabric cutting, garment sewing construction techniques such as French seams and button holes and following and amending a pattern based on your own measurements.

This course is taught by Abigail Wastie a local textile artist passionate about sustainable textiles with industry experience in Luxury fashion. Abigail will teach you through the shirt-making process step by step in a relaxed supportive manner. The group is limited to four students to ensure every student has lots of quality teaching time with Abigail.

Suitable for sizes UK 6 – 22/24. If you differ to this but would like to come please contact Abigail directly.

Abigail sources all the materials for her courses with quality sustainability at the forefront, scroll down to read all the interesting materials and trims and sewing pattern included in this course.

By the end of the two day course, you will have made a beautiful organic cotton blouse.

• Booking required essential to reserve your spot

• £155 per person

• If you would like to purchase an afternoon tea for Saturday separately that is possible at £2opp managed via email with Abigail directly or you are welcome to bring your own lunch

Additional info

Advanced Beginner and Intermediate friendly. To attend this workshop ideally you will be experienced in some sewing and how to navigate a sewing machine, such as having attended Abigail’s Beginner sewing course or sewing club night.

All materials and equipment provided. All you need to bring is yourself and a packed lunch on Saturday, but Abigail offers a homemade afternoon tea by the wonderful baker @Rachaelssecretbakery for £2opp please message Abigail if you would like to order one of these.

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Learn the skills to make your own beautiful tapestry whilst enjoying some delicious homemade mince pies, mulled wine and a sprinkle of Michael Buble festive sound track.

Enjoy the pleasures of this ancient meditative craft in a small relaxed group environment. Come and enjoy a special festive and creative afternoon, learning new skills in a friendly, homely environment at Abigail’s home studio.

• £80pp (all materials provided, including tapestry frame, tools, yarns and refreshments )

• Booking required to reserve your place

Additional info

During the workshop you will receive an introduction to tapestry tools, frames and the warping processes. Different tapestry weaving techniques will be demonstrated including rya knotting, free weaving and soumak weaving.

You will be able to choose your own colours and textures from a selection of high quality woolen yarns to create your tapestry design.

Abigail will guide you through the process of translating your design onto the pre-warped frame.

With very small class sizes every student is guaranteed lots of quality teaching time.

Come and enjoy a special afternoon, learning new skills in a friendly, homely environment over homemade cake and tea.

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DAY 1 OF 2 DAY COURSE

Learn the skills to make your own waxed organic cotton Anthea Blouse over a weekend course enjoying the company of fellow creatives whilst soaking up the ambient and inspiring atmosphere at the historical Museum of Making, Derby Silk Mill.

The course will include teaching on fabric selection, fabric cutting, garment sewing construction techniques such as French seams and button holes and following and amending a pattern based on your own measurements.

This course is taught by Abigail Wastie a local textile artist passionate about sustainable textiles with industry experience in Luxury fashion. Abigail will teach you through the bag making process step by step in a relaxed supportive manor. The group is limited to six students to ensure every student has lots of quality teaching time with Abigail.

During the course we will take a break from sewing to explore some items in The Museum of Makings textile archive.

Abigail sources all the materials for her courses with quality sustainability at the forefront, scroll down to read all the interesting materials and trims and pattern included in this course.

Suitable for sizes UK 6 – 22/24. If you differ to this but would like to come please contact Abigail directly.

By the end of the two day course you will have made a beautiful organic cotton blouse

• Price to be confirmed by MoM

• Booking required via MoM website link below

Additional info

Advanced Beginner and Intermediate friendly. To attend this workshop ideally you will be experienced in some sewing and how to navigate a sewing machine, such as having attended Abigails Beginner sewing course or sewing club night.

All materials and equipment provided. All you need to bring is your self and refreshments unless of course you want to purchase Lunch from the fantastic restaurant downstairs.

All booking and T and C’s through the MoM booking system.

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DAY 2 OF 2 DAY COURSE

Learn the skills to make your own waxed organic cotton Anthea Blouse over a weekend course enjoying the company of fellow creatives whilst soaking up the ambient and inspiring atmosphere at the historical Museum of Making, Derby Silk Mill.

The course will include teaching on fabric selection, fabric cutting, garment sewing construction techniques such as French seams and button holes and following and amending a pattern based on your own measurements.

This course is taught by Abigail Wastie a local textile artist passionate about sustainable textiles with industry experience in Luxury fashion. Abigail will teach you through the bag making process step by step in a relaxed supportive manor. The group is limited to six students to ensure every student has lots of quality teaching time with Abigail.

During the course we will take a break from sewing to explore some items in The Museum of Makings textile archive.

Suitable for sizes UK 6 – 22/24. If you differ to this but would like to come please contact Abigail directly.

Abigail sources all the materials for her courses with quality sustainability at the forefront, scroll down to read all the interesting materials and trims and pattern included in this course.

By the end of the two day course you will have made a beautiful organic cotton blouse

• Price to be confirmed by MoM

• Booking required via MoM website link below

Additional info

Advanced Beginner and Intermediate friendly. To attend this workshop ideally you will be experienced in some sewing and how to navigate a sewing machine, such as having attended Abigails Beginner sewing course or sewing club night.

All materials and equipment provided. All you need to bring is your self and refreshments unless of course you want to purchase Lunch from the fantastic restaurant downstairs.

All booking and T and C’s through the MoM booking system.

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Ethical shopping made easy. With our carefully curated stalls showcasing some incredible Derbyshire businesses that are pushing the boundaries of ethics and sustainability within their business…scroll down to see all the wonderful gifts you can purchase.

• Delicious ethical food and drink from AF mulled wine, mince pies, healthy Kombucha, ethically produced coffee, vegan menu, tacos and Fairtrade festive hot chocolates …come hungry!

• This is a non ticketed event and booking is not required but please RSVP on the FB page here so we have a rough idea of numbers and keep you updated

• Please note the nearest car park is park safe on friar gate, parking is not available on site

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As a way to thank all my amazing customers (who are more like friends) I am hosting a Summer Craft Party. It will be free to attend and no need to bring anything but please book if you want to come as spaces are limited.

Abigail’s Thank you craft party will involve kombucha, cake and a special creative project to make and take home!

It will be in Abigail’s garden in Allestree. so weather dependent.

There will be a surprise creative project to enjoy making whilst you are here, you don’t need to bring anything everything will be sustainably sourced by Abigail.

The party is a drop in so you dont need to attend the full 4 hours, your welcome to just come for an hour or 2.

Dress code- Wear something you love! Maybe something you have made with me or since learning to sew!

• Booking is required to reserve your place as spaces are limited.

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Learn the skills to make your own beautiful tapestry. Enjoy the pleasures of this ancient meditative craft in a relaxed group environment. Come and enjoy a special afternoon, in the ambient and inspiring Sharpe’s Pottery Museum learning new creative skills in a friendly environment.

• Price to be confirmed via Sharpes Museum (all materials provided, including tapestry frame, tools, yarns and Abigail’s tapestry guide)

• Booking required

Additional info

During the workshop you will receive an introduction to tapestry tools, frames and the warping processes. Different tapestry weaving techniques will be demonstrated including rya knotting and free weaving.

You will be able to choose your own colours and textures from Abigail’s selection of high quality British woolen yarns to start your own tapestry design.

Abigail will guide you through the process of translating your design onto the pre-warped frame.

Come and enjoy a special afternoon, learning new skills in a friendly, creative venue at Sharpe’s pottery museum.

Please note unlike Abigail’s other workshops at her home studio this workshop does not include catering but there is a lovely cafe on the premises where we can break for lunch or students can bring a packed lunch.

If you like the sound of this workshop and would be interested to hear of other workshops please sign up to Abigail’s mailing list here!

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DAY 2 OF 2 DAY COURSE

Learn the skills to make your own waxed organic cotton rucksack over a weekend course enjoying the company of fellow creatives whilst soaking up the ambient and inspiring atmosphere at the historical Museum of Making, Derby Silk Mill.

The course will include teaching on fabric selection, fabric cutting, sewing bag construction, following a pattern and zip insertion. This course is taught by Abigail Wastie a local textile artist passionate about sustainable textiles. Abigail will teach you through the bag making process step by step in a relaxed supportive manor. The group is limited to six students to ensure every student has lots of quality teaching time with Abigail.

During the course we will take a break from sewing to explore some items in The Museum of Makings textile archive.

Abigail sources all the materials for her courses with quality sustainability at the forefront, scroll down to read all the interesting materials and trims and pattern included in this course.

By the end of the two day course you will have made a beautiful organic waxed rucksack.

• £155pp (all materials and equipment provided)

• Booking required

Additional info

Beginner and Intermediate friendly.

All materials and equipment provided. All you need to bring is your self and refreshments unless of course you want to

During the workshop you will receive an introduction to tapestry tools, frames and the warping processes. Different tapestry weaving techniques will be demonstrated including rya knotting, free weaving and soumak weaving.

You will be able to choose your own colours and textures from a selection of high quality woollen yarns to create your tapestry design.

Abigail will guide you through the process of translating your design onto the pre-warped frame.

Come and enjoy a special afternoon, learning new skills in a friendly, homely environment over homemade cake and drinks.

Learn more about Covid safety measures at Abigails workshops here.

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DAY 1 OF 2 DAY COURSE

Learn the skills to make your own waxed organic cotton rucksack over a weekend course enjoying the company of fellow creatives whilst soaking up the ambient and inspiring atmosphere at the historical Museum of Making, Derby Silk Mill.

The course will include teaching on fabric selection, fabric cutting, sewing bag construction, following a pattern and zip insertion. This course is taught by Abigail Wastie a local textile artist passionate about sustainable textiles. Abigail will teach you through the bag making process step by step in a relaxed supportive manor. The group is limited to six students to ensure every student has lots of quality teaching time with Abigail.

During the course we will take a break from sewing to explore some items in The Museum of Makings textile archive.

Abigail sources all the materials for her courses with quality sustainability at the forefront, scroll down to read all the interesting materials and trims and pattern included in this course.

By the end of the two day course you will have made a beautiful organic waxed rucksack.

• £155pp (all materials and equipment provided)

• Booking required

Additional info

Beginner and Intermediate friendly.

All materials and equipment provided. All you need to bring is your self and refreshments unless of course you want to

During the workshop you will receive an introduction to tapestry tools, frames and the warping processes. Different tapestry weaving techniques will be demonstrated including rya knotting, free weaving and soumak weaving.

You will be able to choose your own colours and textures from a selection of high quality woollen yarns to create your tapestry design.

Abigail will guide you through the process of translating your design onto the pre-warped frame.

Come and enjoy a special afternoon, learning new skills in a friendly, homely environment over homemade cake and drinks.

Learn more about Covid safety measures at Abigails workshops here.

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ONE SPACE LEFT

Learn the skills to make your own beautiful tapestry. Enjoy the pleasures of this ancient meditative craft in a small relaxed group environment.

Come and enjoy a creative afternoon, learning new skills whilst tucking into some delicious homemade cake and drinks.

• £80pp (all materials provided, including tapestry frame, tools, yarns and refreshments )

• Booking required

Additional info

During the workshop you will receive an introduction to tapestry tools, frames and the warping processes. Different tapestry weaving techniques will be demonstrated including rya knotting, free weaving and soumak weaving.

You will be able to choose your own colours and textures from a selection of high quality woollen yarns to create your tapestry design.

Abigail will guide you through the process of translating your design onto the pre-warped frame.

Come and enjoy a special afternoon, learning new skills in a friendly, homely environment over homemade cake and drinks.

Learn more about Covid safety measures at Abigails workshops here.

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Learn the skills to make your own beautiful tapestry. Enjoy the pleasures of this ancient meditative craft in a small relaxed group environment.

Come and enjoy a festive creative afternoon, learning new skills whilst tucking into some delicious homemade cake and drinks.

• £80pp (all materials provided, including tapestry frame, tools, yarns and refreshments )

• Booking required

Additional info

During the workshop you will receive an introduction to tapestry tools, frames and the warping processes. Different tapestry weaving techniques will be demonstrated including rya knotting, free weaving and soumak weaving.

You will be able to choose your own colours and textures from a selection of high quality woollen yarns to create your tapestry design.

Abigail will guide you through the process of translating your design onto the pre-warped frame.

Come and enjoy a special afternoon, learning new skills in a friendly, homely environment over homemade cake and drinks.

Learn more about Covid safety measures at Abigails workshops here.

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Apologies this course has sold out, if you would like to be notified of future workshop dates please sign up to my mailing list.

Learn the skills to make your own beautiful tapestry. Enjoy the pleasures of this ancient meditative craft in a small relaxed group environment.

Come and enjoy a festive creative afternoon, learning new skills whilst tucking into some delicious homemade mince pies and spiced drinks.

• £80pp (all materials provided, including tapestry frame, tools, yarns and refreshments )

• Booking required

Additional info

During the workshop you will receive an introduction to tapestry tools, frames and the warping processes. Different tapestry weaving techniques will be demonstrated including rya knotting, free weaving and soumak weaving.

You will be able to choose your own colours and textures from a selection of high quality woollen yarns to create your tapestry design.

Abigail will guide you through the process of translating your design onto the pre-warped frame.

Come and enjoy a special afternoon, learning new skills in a friendly, homely environment over homemade minced pies and mulled drinks.

Learn more about Covid safety measures at Abigails workshops here.

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Come for a relaxed festive evening learning how to make tassels whilst enjoying some home made mince pies and mulled drinks.

During this evening workshop Abigail will guide you through the step by step process of how to make your own tassels. Learning two different tassel making techniques and using these to create your own set of tassels that can be turned into a garland or decorative tassels to adorn your home and Christmas Tree.

All materials are provided and no experience is necessary- just bring yourselves and good humor!

• £40

• Booking is required to reserve your place as spaces are limited

Please read Abigail’s latest responses to running workshops with Covid measures here.

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This workshop is fully booked. It was a one off workshop in Nottingham normally these workshops are in Derby. If you are specifically in a Nottingham workshop please email Abigail and if there is enough interest she will run another Nottingham workshop.

Learn the skills to make your own beautiful tapestry. Enjoy the pleasures of this ancient meditative craft in a small relaxed group environment. Come and enjoy a special afternoon, learning new skills in a friendly, creative environment at The Bead Shop Nottingham.

• £70pp (all materials provided, including tapestry frame, tools, yarns and Abigail’s tapestry guide)

• Booking required

This workshop is the tapestry workshop that was 07.11.2020 postponed from lockdown and has a changed venue to the nearby lovely Nottingham bead shop studio.

Additional info

During the workshop you will receive an introduction to tapestry tools, frames and the warping processes. Different tapestry weaving techniques will be demonstrated including rya knotting and free weaving.

You will be able to choose your own colours and textures from a selection of high quality British woollen yarns to start your own tapestry design.

Abigail will guide you through the process of translating your design onto the pre-warped frame.

Come and enjoy a special afternoon, learning new skills in a friendly, creative workshop room in the upstairs at The Bead Shop.

Please note unlike Abigail’s other workshops this workshop does not include catering to keep inline with @THEBEADSHOP covid safety policy.

All Abigail’s workshops are delivered with safety at the forefront, they are fully risk assessed and the workshops are kept to a maximum of 5 students to ensure social distancing is as feasible as possible.

To find out more on how Abigails workshops are conducted in light of current safety measures please click here.

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Derbys first ever ETHICAL Christmas market

• There will be a wide variety of stall holders local to Derby selling sustainable and ethical products and services scroll down to see whos there!

• The perfect place tp get all your Christmas shopping done sustainably and ethically under one roof

• Delicious ethical food and drink From mulled wine, mince pies, Kombucha too freshly ground coffee and home made cake…come hungry!

• Meet lots of other wonderful makers and service providers in Derby who are shaping their business around great practices such as; fair-trade products, recruiting refugees, sustainable household products and gifts.

• Please note the nearest car park is park safe on friar gate, parking is not available on site

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Shop Abigails creative kits and see her tapestries and samples made on her sewing courses at the festive outdoor makers market in Derby town centre

• Abigail will be selling all her craft kits and offering gift wrap

• Come and chat with Abigail, find out about her courses and see the kids of things you can learn to make on her courses and workshops

• Abigail will be doing demos during the week to show you how you can make your own tapestries, christmas tassel decorations and beeswax wraps

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Learn the skills to make your own beautiful tapestry. Enjoy the pleasures of this ancient meditative craft in a small relaxed group environment.

Come and enjoy a special afternoon, learning new skills whilst tucking into some delicious festive treats.

• £70pp (all materials provided, including tapestry frame, tools, yarns and refreshments )

• Booking required

Additional info

During the workshop you will receive an introduction to tapestry tools, frames and the warping processes. Different tapestry weaving techniques will be demonstrated including rya knotting, free weaving and soumak weaving.

You will be able to choose your own colours and textures from a selection of high quality woollen yarns to create your tapestry design.

Abigail will guide you through the process of translating your design onto the pre-warped frame.

Come and enjoy a special afternoon, learning new skills in a friendly, homely environment over homemade cake and tea.

Learn more about Covid safety measures at Abigails workshops here.

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ONE SPACE REMAINING

Learn the skills to make your own beautiful tapestry. Enjoy the pleasures of this ancient meditative craft in a small relaxed group environment. Come and enjoy a special afternoon, learning new skills in a friendly, homely environment over homemade cake and tea.

• £70pp (all materials provided, including tapestry frame, tools, yarns and refreshments )

• Booking required

Additional info

During the workshop you will receive an introduction to tapestry tools, frames and the warping processes. Different tapestry weaving techniques will be demonstrated including rya knotting, free weaving and soumak weaving.

You will be able to choose your own colours and textures from a selection of high quality woollen yarns to create your tapestry design.

Abigail will guide you through the process of translating your design onto the pre-warped frame.

Come and enjoy a special afternoon, learning new skills in a friendly, homely environment over homemade cake and tea.

Learn more about Covid safety measures at Abigails workshops here.

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Learn the skills to make your own beautiful tapestry. Enjoy the pleasures of this ancient meditative craft in a small relaxed group environment. Come and enjoy a special afternoon, learning new skills in a friendly, homely environment over homemade cake and tea.

• £70pp (all materials provided, including tapestry frame, tools, yarns and refreshments )

• Booking required

Additional info

During the workshop you will receive an introduction to tapestry tools, frames and the warping processes. Different tapestry weaving techniques will be demonstrated including rya knotting, free weaving and soumak weaving.

You will be able to choose your own colours and textures from a selection of high quality woollen yarns to create your tapestry design.

Abigail will guide you through the process of translating your design onto the pre-warped frame.

Come and enjoy a special afternoon, learning new skills in a friendly, homely environment over homemade cake and tea.

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Learn the skills to make your own beautiful tapestry. Enjoy the pleasures of this ancient meditative craft in a small relaxed group environment. Come and enjoy a special afternoon, learning new skills in a friendly, homely environment over homemade cake and tea.

• £70pp (all materials provided, including tapestry frame, tools, yarns and refreshments )

• Booking required

Additional info

During the workshop you will receive an introduction to tapestry tools, frames and the warping processes. Different tapestry weaving techniques will be demonstrated including rya knotting, free weaving and soumak weaving.

You will be able to choose your own colours and textures from a selection of high quality woollen yarns to create your tapestry design.

Abigail will guide you through the process of translating your design onto the pre-warped frame.

Come and enjoy a special afternoon, learning new skills in a friendly, homely environment over homemade cake and tea.

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Learn the skills to make your own beautiful tapestry. Enjoy the pleasures of this ancient meditative craft in a relaxed group environment. Come and enjoy a special day at Sharpes Pottery Museum, learning new skills in a friendly, historical environment over homemade cake and tea.

• £85pp (all materials provided, including tapestry frame, tools, yarns and refreshments )

• Booking required

Additional info

This is a full day workshop enabling you to delve deep into the practice of tapestry weaving but also means you will need refueling so please either bring a pack lunch or purchase a lunch from the Pottery Museum cafe.

During the workshop you will receive an introduction to tapestry tools, frames and the warping processes. Different tapestry weaving techniques will be demonstrated including rya knotting, free weaving and soumak weaving.

You will be able to choose your own colours and textures from a selection of high quality woollen yarns to create your tapestry design.

Abigail will guide you through the process of translating your design onto the pre-warped frame.

Come and enjoy a special afternoon, learning new skills in a friendly, homely environment over homemade cake and tea.

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Learn the skills to make your own beautiful tapestry. Enjoy the pleasures of this ancient meditative craft in a small relaxed group environment. Come and enjoy a special afternoon, learning new skills in a friendly, homely environment over homemade cake and tea.

• £70pp (all materials provided, including tapestry frame, tools, yarns and refreshments )

• Booking required

Additional info

During the workshop you will receive an introduction to tapestry tools, frames and the warping processes. Different tapestry weaving techniques will be demonstrated including rya knotting, free weaving and soumak weaving.

You will be able to choose your own colours and textures from a selection of high quality woollen yarns to create your tapestry design.

Abigail will guide you through the process of translating your design onto the pre-warped frame.

Come and enjoy a special afternoon, learning new skills in a friendly, homely environment over homemade cake and tea.

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See Abigail’s handmade wardrobe and tapestries at Sanctuary where live music meets art and great food

• Sanctuary is a new creative music night n Derby, it features an array of top musicians, creative artists, a cash bar and local food artisans

• For the first time I will be displaying my hand made wardrobe, have a browse through and talk to me about all matters garment/fabric/sustainable related!

• If your looking to get more eco or take time to enjoy relaxing crafts check my display workshops you can attend to help you on that journey such as; beeswax wraps, tapestry weaving, embroidery and free hand embroidery

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