Learn at Hestercombe: Fabric Baubles

If you joined Ali this morning for the rag wreath workshop, you’ll already know that she has a talent for turning beautiful fabric scraps into something genuinely special. This afternoon, you’re going to do it again — this time in miniature.

These fabric baubles are a joy to make. Tactile, satisfying, and finished far faster than you’d expect, they’re the kind of thing you find yourself wanting to make in multiples — working through Ali’s gorgeous fabric selection, mixing colours and textures until you’ve got a little collection worth hanging on the tree.

They also happen to be one of the most sustainable decorations you can make. Every scrap of fabric finds a use, and what you go home with is entirely handmade and completely your own.

The workshop includes everything you need, and Ali will guide you through each step. No experience necessary — just come ready to enjoy a slow, creative afternoon.

About your workshop leader:

Ali is a designer and multidisciplinary maker with a love of colour, pattern and print, who is happiest when she’s creating. She’s passionate about sharing her enthusiasm for sewing, dressmaking and textile design whether through inspiring conversations, relaxed and friendly workshops, or connecting with others over beautiful fabrics.

Ali has supported creatives in a wide range of settings, nurturing confidence and encouraging personal growth through hands-on making, curiosity and thoughtful guidance. She studied Textile Design at Loughborough College of Art and has worked across printed textile design, interior design, visual merchandising and education.

Taunton Brewhouse are excited to be working in partnership with Hestercombe House and Gardens to bring you a special series of festive craft workshops in the beautiful surroundings of Hestercombe Estate. Your ticket includes access to the house and gardens (adult ticket usually £16.90) so you can enjoy a short walk or a look around the house in your lunch break or after the workshop too. Hestercombe opening hours are 10am – 5pm.

There is free parking at Hestercombe and on arrival please report to the main ticket office where you will be directed to the workshop room.

Please note: use the postcode TA2 8LQ for Sat Nav*

What 3 Words address: ///fancy.arena.tanks

The route is marked out with brown daisy signs from the motorway all the way to Cheddon Fitzpaine.

Upon following the sign from Cheddon Fitzpaine, stay on the main road until you reach Hestercombe Gardens. Do not take a turn onto Hestercombe Road as this will take you to the farm and not to Hestercombe Gardens.