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Rag Roping

Rag Roping with Simone Kottmann

$39.50

Turn fabric scraps into a beautiful, functional rope in this beginner-friendly workshop at The Fabric ReStore. Artist-in-residence Simone Kottmann will guide you through the slow, mindful process of rag roping—an age-old technique perfect for making coasters, mats, baskets and more. Embrace creativity, sustainability, and the joy of reuse.

Join our textile artist, Simone Kottmann, for a hands-on Rag Roping Workshop at The Fabric ReStore, where you’ll learn to transform unwanted textiles into beautiful, functional creations using the age-old technique of rag roping.

As part of her artist residency with A Fitting Connection, Simone shares her deep passion for texture, reuse, and slow-making. In this relaxed, beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll explore how to:
  • Create rope from fabric scraps
  • Use rag rope for coasters, baskets, mats, and more
  • Embrace imperfections and sustainability in your making

Simone brings her artistic insight and experimental energy to each session, guiding you through the process with care and creativity.

Where?
The Fabric ReStore
225 Lower Heidelberg Rd, Ivanhoe East
How much?
$39.50. per person
All materials provided, but you’re welcome to bring your own fabric scraps if you’d like to add a personal touch.
Cancellation & No Show Policy

All classes are limited to a certain number of participants.  You need to give us notice if you wish to cancel.

We must receive a minimum of 1 WEEKS’ NOTICE of any calculations. Failure to do this means that your fee has been forfeited.

Last-minute cancellations will also be considered as No Shows