A podcast series about Whitchurch Silk Mill, the oldest silk mill in the UK still in its original building, located in rural Hampshire. This podcast series follows the fascinating journey from thread to woven cloth at the Mill. Every episode will include chats with the Mill’s own weaver/tacklers and interviews from experts on the wider topics of weaving and silk, the weaving process, our efforts to preserve traditional silk weaving skills on looms dating back to the 1890s, the design process, sustainable cloth and how silk made at the Mill is used.
Whitchurch, Silk Mill, Whitchurch, UK
In Episode 4 of the Whitchurch Silk Mill podcast we focus on the loom. Our host Zoë Umpleby talks to our Weaver/Tackler, Shannon, about choosing a loom, setting it up and looking at how the warp is going joined on. We also chat to Ellie Fisher from ELKA Textiles about working on a modern hand loom and how this compares to our traditional machines.
In episode 3 of the Whitchurch Silk Mill podcast, we speak to our Weaver Tackler, Shannon, about warping and the design process at the Mill. We also speak to Ellie Fisher from ELKA Textile about her design inspirations and her approach to sustainable weaving.
Episode 2 of the Whitchurch Silk Mill podcast, hosted by Zoe Umpleby. This episode takes a look at the first stage of the silk-making process - bobbin winding. Listen to our weaver Shannon Bye talk all about how those threads are prepared ready to create a warp using our 19th century winding frame. Plus we speak to Nick Traylen from Uppingham Yarns about the pros and cons of weaving with silk.
Episode 1 of the Whitchurch Silk Mill Podcast, hosted by Zoe Umpleby.This episode takes a look at the history of the Mill, what there is to see and do for visitors, and the different skills that go into the weaving process.Zoe talks to weaver/tackler Shannon Bye about what it's like to work in a small team at the Mill and how the role of weaver has changed over time. Trainee Olivia Goldsmith also talks to Zoe about how she is enjoying her time as part of the weaving team.
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