Wayward Weaves Saori Studio

10/02/2026

31/01/2026

31/01/2026

For Imbolc, I’ve brought a woven cloth to a beloved tree, to rest and be blessed overnight. There’s still plenty of time to create your own Imbolc celebration over the next few days. Small and simple is good. A time for candles, quiet beginnings, and listening for what wants to grow.

Under foot the cleavers, chickweed, nettles and cow parsley are staying to awaken… The weaving is dark green to symbolise the evergreen plants that persistent through winter and light green for new beginnings, early growth and the first buds of spring.

Audio: St Brigid’s Day/Lá ‘le Bride. Caitlín Nic Gabhann
More about St Brigid’s story and the music here:
https://youtu.be/M-11Ynd4lLs?si=0cOoZGm-Ixrj8xL3 It’s not at all too late to create your own in book.

05/12/2025

Weaving and felting in the shop window with a snoozing dog 🥰

05/12/2025

Come in on in, it’s warm inside 🔥 on a a very damp Stroud Goodwill evening! We’re open late today with weaving and felting demos. Gift vouchers available - most excellent Christmas presents 😊 #

26/11/2025

The first of our Christmas workshops...!

We're really happy to be hosting this Christmas Wreath workshop with the very talented Emma Taylor. Emma will guide you through the process of creating your own fantastic wreath. Starting with a fresh moss base, attaching the sustainably sourced festive foliage, and finishing off with natural adornments to bring your creation to life. Whether you're a seasoned crafter or a complete beginner, Emma will have you feeling like a pro in no time!

✨ What’s in store:
Festive workshop perfect for friends or making new ones
Expert, hands-on guidance from Emma every step of the way
A beautiful wreath to take home that will last and impress all season long

These workshops are super popular and space is limited, so don’t wait! All materials and equipment will be provided.
Emma can’t wait to share this magical experience with you and help you learn a new skill that will last a lifetime—so you can create beautiful wreaths for many Christmases to come.

Saturday 5th December 2-4pm
£55 per person
To book your space please email [email protected] or alternatively phone or WhatsApp Emma on 07805 320623

25/10/2025

A rare moment of calm in a busy day of visitors today. The studio is set up with an exhibition of work from local Saori weavers. Such beautiful creations from a talented bunch! Stroud is buzzing with the farmers market and visitors to the Autumn Arts trail. Come along if you can 😊 I’m open today until 5pm and tomorrow 11 till 5.

13/10/2025

🍁🍂🍁Thrilled to be one of the featured artists in this year’s Autumn Arts brochure! 🍁🍂🍁 This wonderful Open Studios trail is taking place in Stroud and the surrounding valleys over the next 2 weekends. The Wayward Weaves studio will be open to visitors from 11am-5pm on 18-19th and 25th-26th October. You can see the looms in action and view an exhibition of work from local Saori weavers. I’m also offering special Autumn Arts weaving workshops on both Sundays from 1-3pm. Bookings via website. Pick up a brochure from the studio. 🍂Hope to see you there! 🍂

01/07/2025

🌟Celebrating Tanabata, the Japanese 'Star Festival'🌟

This week we'd love you to join in celebrating the delightful Tanabata festival at the Wayward Weaves studio in Stroud

Saturday 5th July
All ages storytelling and paper crafts session.
Hear the star-crossed story of Tanabata. Write your Tanabata wishes to hang on the bamboo, make traditional paper decorations and taste some Japanese sweets
1-2pm (Free but limited spaces)

Saori Weaving Workshop �Make a colourful weaving on a beautiful Japanese loom
10am -12pm (£35, booking essential)

Thursday 3rd and Friday 4th
You can also join in by writing your wishes on a Tanzaku strip to hang in the traditional bamboo branches at the Wayward Weaves studio (George St) or at Daikoku Ramen on the High St

For more info, visit the Wayward Weaves website �https://www.waywardweaves.co.uk/learn-saori.html

Hope to see you there!

27/06/2025

Getting prepared for the Tanabata celebrations! This week I’ve teamed up with Daikoku Ramen in the High St and we’re inviting people to add their wishes (Tanzaku) to the bamboo displays at Daikoku Ramen or at the Wayward Weaves shop on George St. Next Saturday (5th July) we’ll be celebrating this delightful Japanese festival with a day of weaving, storytelling and more at the Wayward Weaves studio ✨ More info on website (link in bio).