Browse our in-person workshops below...
Or learn from Elspeth at your own pace with our pre-recorded rag rug course "Rag Rugging for Beginners", made with video experts, Domestika. Click here for more details
Or learn from Elspeth at your own pace with our pre-recorded rag rug course "Rag Rugging for Beginners", made with video experts, Domestika. Click here for more details
Sunday, 17th January 2027
10:00-15:30
Join us for a fun-filled day of peg loom weaving and create your very own handwoven rug to take home! Perfect for beginners, this workshop teaches you the basics of weaving in a relaxed, supportive environment.
Choose your own colour scheme from our stunning range of woollen blanket yarn and have fun experimenting with patterns to craft a one-of-a-kind rug. With expert guidance, plenty of tea, and a great atmosphere, you’ll leave with an approx 90 x 60cm rug and the skills to keep weaving at home. All materials provided, but please bring along a packed lunch.
Ragged Life HQ, Hertfordshire
0 spaces remaining
Saturday, 17th April 2027
10:00-15:30
Join us for a fun-filled day of peg loom weaving and create your very own handwoven rug to take home! Perfect for beginners, this workshop teaches you the basics of weaving in a relaxed, supportive environment.
Choose your own colour scheme from our stunning range of woollen blanket yarn and have fun experimenting with patterns to craft a one-of-a-kind rug. With expert guidance, plenty of tea, and a great atmosphere, you’ll leave with an approx 90 x 60cm rug and the skills to keep weaving at home. All materials provided, but please bring along a packed lunch.
Ragged Life HQ, Hertfordshire
Sunday, 1st November 2026
10:00-15:30
In this relaxed and creative beginners’ class, you will learn the traditional shaggy, short shaggy and loopy techniques of rag rugging into hessian, whilst making a project of your choice, (rug / cushion / everlasting flower bouquet/ tote bag)
Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to rummage in our treasure trove of fabrics and experiment with a wide range of different textures and colourways.
It’s a perfect day spent with like-minded crafters, all in a cosy, welcoming atmosphere.
Ragged Life HQ, Hertfordshire
0 spaces remaining
Sunday, 10th January 2027
10:00-15:30
In this relaxed and creative beginners’ class, you will learn the traditional shaggy, short shaggy and loopy techniques of rag rugging into hessian, whilst making a project of your choice, (rug / cushion / everlasting flower bouquet/ tote bag)
Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to rummage in our treasure trove of fabrics and experiment with a wide range of different textures and colourways.
It’s a perfect day spent with like-minded crafters, all in a cosy, welcoming atmosphere.
Ragged Life HQ, Hertfordshire
Sunday, 18th April 2027
10:00-15:30
In this relaxed and creative beginners’ class, you will learn the traditional shaggy, short shaggy and loopy techniques of rag rugging into hessian, whilst making a project of your choice, (rug / cushion / everlasting flower bouquet/ tote bag)
Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to rummage in our treasure trove of fabrics and experiment with a wide range of different textures and colourways.
It’s a perfect day spent with like-minded crafters, all in a cosy, welcoming atmosphere.
Ragged Life HQ, Hertfordshire
Saturday, 13th March 2027
10:00-15:30
In this relaxed and creative beginners’ class, you will learn the traditional shaggy, short shaggy and loopy techniques of rag rugging into hessian, whilst making a project of your choice, (rug / cushion / everlasting flower bouquet/ tote bag)
Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to rummage in our treasure trove of fabrics and experiment with a wide range of different textures and colourways.
It’s a perfect day spent with like-minded crafters, all in a cosy, welcoming atmosphere.
Clifton Terrace, Brighton
Saturday, 5th December 2026
10:00-15:30
In this relaxed and creative beginners’ class, you will learn the traditional shaggy, short shaggy and loopy techniques of rag rugging into hessian, whilst making a project of your choice, (rug / cushion / everlasting flower bouquet/ tote bag)
Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to rummage in our treasure trove of fabrics and experiment with a wide range of different textures and colourways.
It’s a perfect day spent with like-minded crafters, all in a cosy, welcoming atmosphere.
Four Otter Craft Studio, Wood Green, North London
Monday, 25th January 2027
10:00-15:30
In this relaxed and creative beginners’ class, you will learn the traditional shaggy, short shaggy and loopy techniques of rag rugging into hessian, whilst making a project of your choice, (rug / cushion / everlasting flower bouquet/ tote bag)
Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to rummage in our treasure trove of fabrics and experiment with a wide range of different textures and colourways.
It’s a perfect day spent with like-minded crafters, all in a cosy, welcoming atmosphere.
Four Otter Craft Studio, Wood Green, North London
Saturday, 24th October 2026
10:00-15:30
In this relaxed and creative beginners’ class, you will learn the traditional shaggy, short shaggy and loopy techniques of rag rugging into hessian, whilst making a project of your choice, (rug / cushion / everlasting flower bouquet/ tote bag)
Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to rummage in our treasure trove of fabrics and experiment with a wide range of different textures and colourways.
It’s a perfect day spent with like-minded crafters, all in a cosy, welcoming atmosphere.
Four Otter Craft Studio, Wood Green, North London
Saturday, 20th March 2027
10:00-15:30
In this relaxed and creative beginners’ class, you will learn the traditional shaggy, short shaggy and loopy techniques of rag rugging into hessian, whilst making a project of your choice, (rug / cushion / everlasting flower bouquet/ tote bag)
Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to rummage in our treasure trove of fabrics and experiment with a wide range of different textures and colourways.
It’s a perfect day spent with like-minded crafters, all in a cosy, welcoming atmosphere.
Four Otter Craft Studio, Wood Green, North London
Saturday, 15th May 2027
10:00-15:30
In this relaxed and creative beginners’ class, you will learn the traditional shaggy, short shaggy and loopy techniques of rag rugging into hessian, whilst making a project of your choice, (rug / cushion / everlasting flower bouquet/ tote bag)
Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to rummage in our treasure trove of fabrics and experiment with a wide range of different textures and colourways.
It’s a perfect day spent with like-minded crafters, all in a cosy, welcoming atmosphere.
Four Otter Craft Studio, Wood Green, North London
Sunday, 1st November 2026
10:00-15:30
In this relaxed and creative beginners’ class, you will learn the traditional shaggy, short shaggy and loopy techniques of rag rugging into hessian, whilst making a project of your choice, (rug / cushion / everlasting flower bouquet/ tote bag)
Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to rummage in our treasure trove of fabrics and experiment with a wide range of different textures and colourways.
It’s a perfect day spent with like-minded crafters, all in a cosy, welcoming atmosphere.
Creative Space, Staple Hill, Bristol
0 spaces remaining
Sunday, 31st January 2027
10:00-15:30
In this relaxed and creative beginners’ class, you will learn the traditional shaggy, short shaggy and loopy techniques of rag rugging into hessian, whilst making a project of your choice, (rug / cushion / everlasting flower bouquet/ tote bag)
Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to rummage in our treasure trove of fabrics and experiment with a wide range of different textures and colourways.
It’s a perfect day spent with like-minded crafters, all in a cosy, welcoming atmosphere.
Creative Space, Staple Hill, Bristol
Sunday, 11th April 2027
10:00-15:30
In this relaxed and creative beginners’ class, you will learn the traditional shaggy, short shaggy and loopy techniques of rag rugging into hessian, whilst making a project of your choice, (rug / cushion / everlasting flower bouquet/ tote bag)
Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to rummage in our treasure trove of fabrics and experiment with a wide range of different textures and colourways.
It’s a perfect day spent with like-minded crafters, all in a cosy, welcoming atmosphere.
Creative Space, Staple Hill, Bristol
Friday, 2nd April 2027
10:00-15:30
In this relaxed and creative beginners’ class, you will learn the traditional shaggy, short shaggy and loopy techniques of rag rugging into hessian, whilst making a project of your choice, (rug / cushion / everlasting flower bouquet/ tote bag)
Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to rummage in our treasure trove of fabrics and experiment with a wide range of different textures and colourways.
It’s a perfect day spent with like-minded crafters, all in a cosy, welcoming atmosphere.
The Viking Loom, York
Sunday, 17th January 2027
10:00-15:30
In this relaxed and creative beginners’ class, you will learn the traditional shaggy, short shaggy and loopy techniques of rag rugging into hessian, whilst making a project of your choice, (rug / cushion / everlasting flower bouquet/ tote bag)
Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to rummage in our treasure trove of fabrics and experiment with a wide range of different textures and colourways.
It’s a perfect day spent with like-minded crafters, all in a cosy, welcoming atmosphere.
The Viking Loom, York
Sunday, 25th October 2026
10:00-15:30
In this relaxed and creative beginners’ class, you will learn the traditional shaggy, short shaggy and loopy techniques of rag rugging into hessian, whilst making a project of your choice, (rug / cushion / everlasting flower bouquet/ tote bag)
Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to rummage in our treasure trove of fabrics and experiment with a wide range of different textures and colourways.
It’s a perfect day spent with like-minded crafters, all in a cosy, welcoming atmosphere.
The Viking Loom, York
0 spaces remaining
Sunday, 22nd November 2026
10:30 - 16:00
Learn how to build different-shaped rope baskets with handles and bags in this beginners coiled rope class. This workshop is best done with your own sewing machine (as it'll set you up to continue with the technique), however we do have a couple of spare sewing machines if you don't have one, so get in touch and reserve one. Come along and learn this fabulous, very addictive technique. Includes all materials. Please bring your own packed lunch.
Ragged Life HQ, Hertfordshire
Sunday, 28th February 2027
10:00 - 13:00
Perfect for dipping your toe into the world of rag rugging, this relaxed and creative beginners’ class will have you experimenting with the traditional shaggy, short shaggy, and loopy techniques on hessian. You will leave the class with a finished and fabulous sunflower tote bag.
It’s a perfect few hours spent with like-minded crafters, all in a cosy, welcoming atmosphere.
Ragged Life HQ, Hertfordshire
Wednesday, 18th November 2026
18:30 - 20:30
Get into the Christmas spirit with this 2-hour seasonal-special, festive craft class.
Make your very own 7cm mini wreath to take home with you, all whilst learning the traditional proggy / shaggy British rag rug technique. With a colourful array of festive fabrics to choose from, each wreath will be unique, perfect for decorating your tree, adding charm to your mantlepiece, or gifting to someone special.
We'll keep things merry with mince pies and tea and coffee options. Gather your friends for a creative, feel-good session, or ask about booking a private class at your own venue. The bar at the club will be open if you fancy a drink.
No experience necessary — just come ready to craft, chat, and soak up the Christmas cheer!
Pirton Sports & Social Club, Hertfordshire
Sunday, 25th October 2026
10:00 - 13:00
Learn how to make beautiful, spiral-woven braid-in rag rugs. Elspeth will showcase different techniques and design possibilities before students get hands-on making a braid-in placemat (which can be continued into a rug at home or finished as a placemat in the class). In this style of braided rag rug, tails are worked in as you weave, so no stitching together is required at the end.
Ragged Life HQ, Hertfordshire