Bernat Klein - Replayed

Our NEW workshops for 2025 are now here! Supported by the William Grant Foundation. 

Aimed at early career practitioners and small to medium enterprises practicing in the creative industries, these immersive workshops will look at the work of Bernat Klein, celebrating colour, texture, design & sustainability through various creative activities on the day. 

The number of places on each course is limited and early booking is advisable.

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Dive into the vibrant world of Bernat Klein, a visionary textile designer renowned for his obsession with colour and innovative techniques. This workshop celebrates Klein’s legacy, inviting participants to explore a creative process where we will develop handmade items through playful exploration of materials inspired by Klein’s designs.

Workshop Highlights:

• Exploration of Klein’s Techniques: Learn about Klein’s groundbreaking methods, including space-dyeing, innovative materials and his approach to colour blending inspired by nature in his yarns, fabrics and prints
• Hands-On Creativity: Engage in playful experimentation with colours, textures, and patterns to inspire discussion around making, craft and design.
• Inspired by Nature: Draw inspiration from the Scottish landscapes that influenced Klein's work, incorporating dynamic colour palettes and organic forms into your designs.
• Sustainability in Design: Discover how Klein’s ethos can inform contemporary practices in sustainable textile production.

Why Join our workshop

Participants will leave with a deeper understanding of Bernat Klein’s legacy and their own handmade creations inspired by his designs. This is an opportunity to connect with like-minded creatives and immerse yourself in the transformative power of materiality and play.

Workshop: 10am - 4pm

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BKF Tutor - Lynsey Calder 

Lynsey Calder has worked as a textile designer/maker, researcher and educator. She has published in practice based research on a range of topics including Optical Patterns; The Perception of Optical Illusions on Body Shape; and 3-Dimensional Colour-changing Textiles for Costume. Lynsey studied Printed Textile Design in the School of Textiles and Design at Heriot-Watt University, Scottish Borders Campus, and holds a PhD also from Heriot-Watt University. With a committed approach to delivering technical skills around material and process, Lynsey has held positions as The Technical Team Leader for Textiles, as well as the Print & Dye Technician supporting staff and students across all areas of printed and dyed textiles and is currently The Technical Manager for The School of Innovation and Technology at The Glasgow School of Art. She is based in Glasgow and is working on facilitating healthier materials and environments for now into the future. 

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Find out more about our venues: 
Borders Textile Towerhouse, Hawick  / Accessibility Info

UHI North, West and Hebrides (NWH) 

For any enquiries about concessions or any general questions, please email us directly: maggie.marr@bernatkleinfoundation.org and we will be happy to assist.

Please note refunds can only be processed with 14+ days notice prior to date of workshop.