Events
Ongoing events
WeaveTime™ is a hands-on weaving workshop organized by The Liberties Weavers in Dublin. This two-hour session introduces participants to the basics of weaving, allowing them to create their own handwoven bookmarks using a card loom. The workshop is designed for beginners and provides all necessary materials, making it an accessible and engaging experience for anyone interested in textile arts.
WeaveTime™ also highlights the rich weaving heritage of the Liberties, a historic area in Dublin known for its textile industry. In some sessions, participants are taken on a short walking tour to explore this cultural background.
Held at various venues such as Pallas Projects/Studios, WeaveTime has welcomed a diverse range of participants, including students from Champlain College and members of the local community. The event aims to revive interest in traditional weaving techniques while fostering creativity and social connection.
For those interested in attending, upcoming WeaveTime workshops can often be found at local libraries or on The Liberties Weavers' website.
The event is ideal for craft enthusiasts, history lovers, or anyone looking to learn a new skill in a relaxed and welcoming environment.
WeaveTime™
"Thank you for a wonderful class on Tuesday…delighted with my bookmark …the result of your guidance and patience !!…a great nite…very interesting information on local weaving/craft history… “
The Liberties Weavers Walking Tour™
The Liberties Weavers Walking Tour™ is a guided exploration of Dublin's historic Liberties district, focusing on its rich textile and weaving heritage. Organized by The Liberties Weavers, the tour highlights significant sites, influential figures, and the evolution of textile production over the centuries.
Participants embark on a journey through various locations that have shaped Ireland's textile history, gaining insights into the area's significance as a center of textile production for over a millennium. The tour often commences at the Hyatt Centric The Liberties Dublin hotel and includes entry to notable landmarks such as St. Patrick's Cathedral.
The Liberties Weavers Walking Tour™ offers a unique opportunity to connect with Dublin's cultural past, providing a deeper appreciation for the artisans and traditions that have contributed to the city's rich textile narrative.
While there are no walking tours scheduled at the moment, interested individuals are encouraged to check back later for updates or keep an eye on The Liberties Weavers' Instagram page.
Past events
Whatever You Say, Say Nothing, is a collaboration between the Liberties Weavers and NCAD Studio+, featuring student Rosemary Costello. The project is part of the Culture Date with Dublin 8 Festival 2024 and showcases a textile sculpture created by multiple weavers. The woven pieces explore self-perception and shared silence among women, using fabric to symbolize the "elephant in the room." The Liberties Weavers aim to preserve Dublin’s weaving heritage. The NCAD Dublin 8 Residency supports community-based collaboration. The poster includes a poem referencing secrecy and an illustration of an abstract elephant.
8-11 May 2024 — NCAD Gallery foyer
1-2 February 2024 — Pallas Projects
The Liberties Weavers, a community group dedicated to reviving Dublin's weaving heritage, organized an exhibition in The Liberties area to celebrate St. Brigid's Day. The event showcased traditional weaving techniques and contemporary textile art, reflecting the rich history of weaving in the area. The group, which conducts classes in a community room at the Timberyard on Cork Street, aims to preserve and promote the craft of weaving. The exhibition featured works from local weavers and artists, highlighting the cultural significance of St. Brigid as a patroness of creativity and craftsmanship. Through workshops, exhibitions, and walking tours, the Liberties Weavers are demonstrating that there's more to this south inner city area than just brewing.
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