Events

Not only does the Textile Triangle area have a lot of textile related shops and attractions, there are also lots of textile themed events held throughout the year too. See below for exhibitions, workshops, walks, guided tours, fairs, church events and open days.

Also after the success of the inaugural two week long Three Shires Textile Festival in July 2009, look out for information about the next Festival in 2011, watch this space! 
 

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  1. Glove Stories

    Location

    Knutsford Road, Chelford

    Glove Stories – a talk by textile artist Sarah Burgess. 15 Sept. 7.30pm

    Type

    Type:

    Lecture

  2. Have a go at Handspinning and Weaving

    Location

    Styal

    Spring into Spring at our craft fair full of handmade crafts and gift ideas. Normal Admission Charges Apply. Booking Not Needed.

    Type

    Type:

    Participatory Event

  3. Christmas Decorations and Wreaths

    Location

    Audlem

    Christmas Decorations and Wreaths - Make decorations using beading and fabric techniques, and wreaths from various items.

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

  4. Cheshire Crafts and Gifts Fair

    Location

    Knutsford

    With a wide range of exhibitors including traditional crafts plus gifts, retailers and food producers. Lots of of ideas for Christmas shopping.

    Type

    Type:

    Fete / Fair

  5. May to September Art Exhibition

    Location

    Macclesfield

    Work from 9 artists completing the foundation degree at Macclesfield College.

    Type

    Type:

    Exhibition

  6. VARIEGATION

    Location

    Hale, Altrincham

    VARIEGATION - A selection of textile and fine art by Michele Friswell, Sandra Robinson, Maria Walker, Jenny Waterson and Jenny Wightwick

    Type

    Type:

    Exhibition

  7. Bridgend Centre Walks

    Location

    Bollington

    Join the rangers for a circular walk from the Bridgend Centre in Bollington. Each walk is planned in association with the Bridgend Centre and the Bollington Health Centre.

    Type

    Type:

    Guided Walk

  8. Traditional Canal Bonnets

    Location

    Audlem

    Introduction to making a canal boatwoman’s bonnet. Kit with all materials and instructions to make your own bonnet is provided. Please bring your own sewing machine. Tutor: Mary Parry, Waterways Craft Guild

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

  9. Traditional Canal Bonnets

    Location

    Audlem

    Introduction to making a canal boatwoman’s bonnet. Kit with all materials and instructions to make your own bonnet is provided. Please bring your own sewing machine. Tutor: Mary Parry, Waterways Craft Guild

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

  10. Spinning

    Location

    Audlem

    Spinning with a wheel or drop spindle. Easy to learn, or improve your techniques. Lots of tips, and inspirational fibres to try. Please bring a spinning wheel if you can (may be provided if necessary).

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

  11. Spinning

    Location

    Audlem

    Spinning with a wheel or drop spindle. Easy to learn, or improve your techniques. Lots of tips, and inspirational fibres to try. Please bring a spinning wheel if you can (may be provided if necessary).

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

  12. Spinning

    Location

    Audlem

    Spinning with a wheel or drop spindle. Easy to learn, or improve your techniques. Lots of tips, and inspirational fibres to try. Please bring a spinning wheel if you can (may be provided if necessary).

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

  13. Chester Antiques & Fine Art Show

    Location

    Chester

    Probably the best antiques fair in the North West.

    Type

    Type:

    Fete / Fair

  14. Thread Affairs Exhibition

    Location

    Macclesfield

    Thread Affairs - A selling exhibition by Stephanie Ramage. Stephanie works with textiles - cut and pierced, layered and embroidered, plaited and painted. Tiny boxes, hand sewn and embellished hide a small treasure inside.

    Type

    Type:

    Exhibition

  15. Passport to Fun

    Location

    Styal

    Quarry Bank Mill has a fantastic selection of fun family activities planned for the holiday, everyone is sure to be spoilt for choice.

    Type

    Type:

    Participatory Event

  16. Make Your Own Teddy Bear

    Location

    Audlem

    Stitch a lovely fur fabric jointed teddy bear. Course fee includes complete kit, but you will need to bring your own sewing machine. Tutor: Lynn Nudd

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

  17. Majestic Mills

    Location

    Clarence Mill, Clarence Road, Bollington

    **Part of the Bollington Walking Festival 2010**
    Majestic Mills’ - The Industrial Revolution instigated a transformation in Bollington, with mills springing up throughout the valley. This circular 3 mile walk transports you back to a bygone era.

    Type

    Type:

    Guided Walk

  18. Professional Finishing Techniques

    Location

    Knutsford

    This workshop is for the knitter who dreads finishing their project or often feels their finishing lets down the whole garment.

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

  19. Professional Finishing Techniques

    Location

    Knutsford

    This workshop is for the knitter who dreads finishing their project or often feels their finishing lets down the whole garment.

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

  20. Knutsford Literature Festival

    Location

    Knutsford

    **Part of the Elizabeth Gaskell Bi-Centenary 2010**

    Knutsford Literature Festival was launched in October 2000 as a millennium event. It was an instant success and is now staged every October during the first 2 or 3 weeks.

    Type

    Type:

    Fete / Fair

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