Textile Science at Brighton Science Festival

Mentored by

Claire Bessel

Location address: Brighton, BN2 0JR
Chosen age group:

For ages: 12 - 18 years years

Available tickets:
Standard £15
Next date: None - message Mentor to express interest
A SUMMARY
This is a playful hands on discovery workshop exploring textile material properties with the assistance of fire and water. If you ever wondered: Why synthetics are used for sports clothes or why viscose pulls out of shape in the wash, come learn the answers with us and entertain your inner pyro in the process. This workshop is for those 12 years and over including adults.
About your mentor
Claire Bessel
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I am a weaving consultant, weaving teacher and woven textile artist. I qualified with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Textile Science and Handloom Weaving from The Swedish School of Textiles in 2009 and have since then been developing my own practice in the field of art and weave design. I’ve developed courses in basic and advanced weaving, draft construction and textile material and have refined them for a range of different audiences through my years of teaching experience. My passion is to spread the joy of weaving to others and always to be learning something myself. In my spare time, I enjoy playing music, learning crafts and languages.
Learning aims
Aim 1
Determine the four main categories of fibre.
Aim 3
Begin to recognize fibres in their natural and processed states.
Aim 2
Identify fibres using, sight, sound, touch, fire and water.
Aim 4
Have the knowledge to make informed choices about your clothing and home textiles.
Pricing information
Ticket nameStandard
Price£15
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Where we'll be
Brighton Youth Centre, 64 Edward Street, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 0JR
WHAT’S PROVIDED
Equipment
Safety
Enhanced DBS
Safeguarding Training
First Aid Training

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Cancellation Policy
No refunds are given except in the case of a cancellation by the Mentor.

My experience is an educational activity and the 14-day cooling-off period under the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013 therefore applies. After the 14 day period my standard policy will apply.