Liz Whiteside

Creating a small tapestry on a Mirrix Chloe Loom is one of my favourite ways to combine drawing and weaving. For this piece, I thought I'd share the whole process, from the first sketch through to the finished tapestry, and show how the design evolved along the way. Initial pen sketch for a small tapestry on a Mirrix Chloe Loom. Starting with the Sketch Every tapestry begins with an idea, and for me, that idea takes shape as a simple pencil or pen sketch. I find that the simpler the sketch,...

Biscuit Factory Art Gallery - right next door to BBox. A wonderful gallery with a gift shop and cafe Visiting Bbox Studio, Newcastle There’s something rather special about travelling for a creative workshop—the sense of stepping away from everyday life and giving yourself space to focus, make, and simply be present for a while. If you’re visiting BBox Studio in Newcastle (postcode NE2 1AN), a little planning can help everything feel calm and easy from the moment you arrive. Whether you...

Starting a new tapestry school in the European Union has been such an exciting step for me. It’s about so much more than teaching techniques – it’s about building a creative home for weavers, sharing inspiration, and welcoming new people into this beautiful craft. Of course, behind the scenes there are some practical things to figure out too – especially when it comes to tax rules in the EU. So in this post, I want to share why I created a separate EU tapestry school, how I’ve made things...