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Paivi Suomi Handweaver, Feltmaker, Textile Artist and Tutor
I specialize in traditional Saami and Scandinavian crafts. I work with natural dyes, wools, cottons, reindeer leather and fish skins to make one of a kind bags, belts, jewellery and other craft items.
I also offer workshops and individual instruction in hand spinning, felt making, natural plant dyes, floor loom and band weaving.
View my website https://www.paivatar.com/
My Location
Chichester
22 Ferry Drive
Chichester
West Sussex
PO19 8GJ
Telephone: 07540 277 705
Email: paivatar.yarns@gmail.com
Website: https://www.paivatar.com/
My News
Beginner Handweaving Workshops / Sat 02 Jul 2016
I am now offering beginner hand weaving workshops. These are designed for those who have never woven on a loom before. You can try out different types...
My Events
The Space Open Arts 2017 / Fri 04 to Fri 25 Aug 2017 (3 weeks)
My Aurora in Hemp Rya rug is on exhibit this month at The Space Open Arts 2017 in Bognor Regis. The exhibition is an invitation from the artists for ...
50 Shades of Colour Dye Worksho / Sat 05 Nov 2016
Learn how to create your own unique colour palette using 3 prime colours. You will learn how to use environmentally friendly vinegar based dyes and ho...
My Videos
Handspinning Shetland Wool
Hand spinning wool using the worsted spinning technique on my Kromski Polonaise spinning wheel.