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
"Make a Rug in a Day" - Peg Loom Weaving Full Day Class
Sunday, 4th October 2026
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
£85.00
"Make a Rug in a Day" - Peg Loom Weaving Full Day Class
Sunday, 28th June 2026
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
£85.00
Sold out!
"Make a Rug in a Day" - Peg Loom Weaving Full Day Class
Sunday, 22nd March 2026
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
£85.00
0 spaces remaining
British Rag Rugging - Full Day Class
Saturday, 13th June 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
£85.00
Sold out!
British Rag Rugging - Full Day Class
Sunday, 19th April 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
£85.00
0 spaces remaining
British Rag Rugging - Full Day Class
Sunday, 12th April 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.
Clifton Terrace, Brighton
£85.00
British Rag Rugging - Full Day Class
Sunday, 27th September 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.
Clifton Terrace, Brighton
£85.00
British Rag Rugging - Full Day Class
Saturday, 20th June 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
£85.00
British Rag Rugging - Full Day Class
Saturday, 11th April 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
£85.00
Sold out!
British Rag Rugging - Full Day Class
Sunday, 26th April 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
£85.00
0 spaces remaining
British Rag Rugging - Full Day Class
Sunday, 26th July 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
£85.00
British Rag Rugging - Full Day Class
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
£85.00
British Rag Rugging - Full Day Class
Sunday, 21st June 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
£85.00
British Rag Rugging - Full Day Class
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
£85.00
Sold out!
British Rag Rugging - Full Day Class
Saturday, 25th April 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
£85.00
0 spaces remaining
Coiled Rope Baskets & Bags - Full Day Class
Sunday, 10th May 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
£85.00
Intermediate Rug Twining - Half Day Class
Sunday, 26th April 2026
10:00 - 13:00
This intermediate workshop is the perfect next step for those who’ve already attended one of our beginners’ rug twining classes. Designed to expand your skills, this session focuses on creating more intricate twined patterns and designs, which can be applied to baskets, rugs, placemats and much more.
We’ll begin with a quick refresher on the basic rug twining technique before exploring different stitches, turns and joins.
Please note: this class is intended for those who have already attended a Ragged Life rug twining workshop or who are confident with the basics of twining. If in any doubt, please get in touch before booking.
Includes all materials and refreshments. Come along and take your twining skills to the next level!
Ragged Life HQ, Hertfordshire
£50.00
No Sew Braid-In Rag Rugs - Half Day Class
Saturday, 11th April 2026
13:30 - 16:30
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
£50.00
Rug Hooking Improvers - Half Day Class
Sunday, 26th April 2026
14:30 - 17:30
Build confidence and take your rag rug skills to the next level in our Rug Hooking Improvers Class. This friendly, half-day workshop is perfect for anyone who knows the basics of rug hooking but wants to feel more assured, refine their technique, and learn helpful tips that make the process smoother and more enjoyable.
With guided demonstrations, practical advice, and plenty of hands-on time, you’ll explore how to improve consistency, tension, and overall finish - while working at your own pace in a relaxed, supportive setting.
Come along to refresh your skills, ask questions, and leave feeling more confident and inspired in your rag rug making journey.
Includes all materials and refreshments. Come along and take your rug hooking to the next level!
Ragged Life HQ, Hertfordshire
£50.00
Twined Fabric Basket for Beginners - Half Day Class
Sunday, 15th March 2026
14:00-17:00
Rug twining is one of the least well known rag rug techniques from our second book "Rag Rug Techniques for Beginners". It's generally built up on a basic wooden loom and produces beautiful, compact rugs - examples of which you can see here.
In this beginners half day workshop, you will use old clothing and rags to twine a wire basket, learning along the way how to prepare materials, how to twine, how to create patterns and how to finish off twined creations. Everything you learn in the class can be applied to other twined projects.
You won't finish the whole basket in the class, but you will go home with the knowledge needed to finish it off at home and can take any fabrics with you to continue your project. Includes all materials & refreshments.
Ragged Life HQ, Hertfordshire